Small Business Liaison Office Program Manager

At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.

Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests.

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Small Business Liaison Office Program Manager

Location:

1430 Spring Hill Road, Suite 200 McLean, Virginia 22102

This is a hybrid role with onsite performance at our HQ in McLean 2 days per week.

Required Certification(s):

• Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM), Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM), or equivalent is preferred.

We are seeking an experienced, motivated Small Business Program Manager to lead and grow our Small Business Liaison Office (SBLO). This critical role will own and be accountable for the strategy, execution, compliance, and continuous improvement of the company’s small business infrastructure, policies, and processes. As a mid-size defense contractor supporting both Defense and Federal Civilian sectors, we are committed to advancing small business participation in alignment with FAR, DFARS, and SBA goals.

The Program Manager will serve as the company’s designated SBLO with enterprise-wide accountability for subcontracting plan compliance, reporting accuracy, audit readiness, and achievement of small business goals. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with deep federal contracting expertise who can collaborate across functions, operate independently, and enforce compliance standards while influencing cross-functional stakeholders.

A self-starter who thrives in a building role and is comfortable with both strategic planning and hands‑on execution. A mission‑driven individual with a passion for creating meaningful impact through small business engagement. Highly detail‑oriented, with the discipline to ensure full compliance and quality in all deliverables. A strong collaborator and influencer, capable of working cross‑functionally to align objectives and implement change.

Someone who can think both strategically and tactically, balancing long‑term program development with immediate operational needs. A partner to the business, especially the growth and business development teams, contributing to winning strategies through effective small business integration. Comfortable exercising independent judgment and holding stakeholders accountable to subcontracting commitments and reporting requirements. Able to operate with minimal oversight and take proactive ownership of deadlines, audits, and compliance risks.

• Build, formalize, and mature the company’s Small Business Program and Liaison Office, expanding on current foundational elements.
• Design and implement small business strategies, policies, and procedures that align with FAR, DFARS, and SBA regulations.
• Develop, manage, and submit Small Business Subcontracting Plans and related documentation for new proposals and existing contracts.
• Ensure compliance with small business goals and reporting requirements, including preparation and submission of Individual Subcontracting Reports (ISR) and Summary Subcontracting Reports (SSR) in the Electronic Subcontracting Reporting System (eSRS).
• Represent the company during SBA audits, CPSRs, and other federal compliance reviews.
• Partner with growth and business development teams to integrate small business strategies into capture and proposal efforts.
• Identify, engage, and maintain relationships with small and diverse businesses (e.g., SDBs, WOSBs, HUBZone, VOSBs, SDVOSBs) to expand a qualified supplier base.
• Conduct outreach, participate in industry matchmaking events and conferences, and represent the company at federal small business engagement forums.
• Develop training, toolkits, and internal advocacy programs to build awareness of small business requirements and…