Program Manager-Strategic Planner

Program Manager-Strategic Planner

*** This position requires an active TS/SCI clearance

Project Manager is responsible for strategic coordination and executiontoensure organizational goals are met by managing projects, policies, and initiatives effectively.

Willact as a bridge between leadership and operational teams, ensuring tasks are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with regulations

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Program Manager:
Pay commensurate with experience.

Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

• Project & Initiative Management:
  Coordinate and manage projects to ensure timely completion and adherence to budgets
• Policy & Program Support:
  Develop, coordinate, and execute short- and long-term plans; provide guidance on policy and program development, implementation, and evaluation
• Stakeholder Liaison:
  Serve as a liaison between departments and external partners to facilitate communication and collaboration
• Data & Reporting:
  Analyze data, prepare reports, and present findings to senior leadership
• Compliance & Standards:
  Ensure adherence to organizational policies, regulations, and procedures
• Crisis & Contingency Support:
  Assist in crisis management and contingency planning

• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Knowledge of administrative procedures, project management, systems engineering, and federal acquisition requirements
• Soft Skills:
  
  Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities; attention to detail; ability to multitask
• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in a technical, business, or related field; advanced degrees or certifications preferred
• Experience:
  
  5+ years in a similar role; in defense sectors, 5–10 years in DoD/IC or related environments
• Certifications —PMP, CAPMor other relevant credential snot required butpreferred
• Ability to lead teams in researching multifaceted or critical problems.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Cherokee Nation Defense Solutions (CNDS) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNDS, visit

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