Program Manager

Overview

At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. We strive to look to the future and embrace change with resolve to build for what comes next. Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation’s missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and agility to strengthen and protect national interests.

Requisition #: 1065

Job Title:

Program Manager

Clearance Level: Active DoD - Secret Required

Certification(s): PMP certification by PMI; candidate must possess PMI PMP certification or be willing and able to obtain PMP within 60 days of joining the project (training assistance provided).

• Experience supervising and managing simultaneous contract operation support functions involving multiple, complex IT projects with significant size and scope. Two years of continuous recent experience (within the last five years) managing U.S. Army IT projects with multiple CONUS and OCONUS performance locations.
• Provide comprehensive program management support for the Task Order (TO), ensuring effective management, coordination, and oversight of all contractor and subcontractor personnel performing work under the contract. Serve as primary interface with Government stakeholders and ensure program activities align with the Performance Work Statement (PWS). Responsibilities include managing program execution across multiple Government projects, maintaining accountability for performance, cost, schedule, and deliverables, and ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Support program governance, planning, and reporting while implementing a scalable management structure capable of supporting multiple Technical Direction Letters (TDLs) and project efforts concurrently. Develop and maintain the Project Management Plan (PMP), including the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), management approach, communication processes, risk management strategy, and quality management procedures. Update the PMP to reflect project changes and evolving Government requirements.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination with Government personnel, including the Technical Point of Contact (TPOC), Contracting Officer (CO), Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), and other stakeholders. Organize and support program meetings such as the initial Project Kick-Off Meeting, monthly Technical Status Meetings, and TDL-specific Technical Direction Plan (TDP) Kick-Off Meetings.
• Produce and maintain essential program documentation and reporting, including Monthly Status Reports (MSRs) detailing progress, schedule and milestone tracking, cost and invoicing summaries, personnel staffing updates, risk management status, travel summaries, and issues requiring Government action. Ensure accurate reporting of contractor labor hours through required systems and maintain transparency of financial performance and contract expenditures.
• Coordinate and manage the execution of TDL-driven work. For each approved TDL, support development of a Technical Direction Plan (TDP) outlining project requirements, staffing, schedules, cost estimates, risk mitigation strategies, and operational considerations. Ensure all TDP activities remain within scope, receive Government approvals, and integrate into the overall program management structure.
• Manage operational support functions such as travel authorizations, purchasing requests, and trip reporting, ensuring proper Government approvals and adherence to contractual procedures. Ensure compliance with security requirements, cybersecurity supply chain risk management standards, and applicable safety regulations. Contribute to development and maintenance of program plans such as the Quality Management Plan (QMP), Safety Plan, and Cyber Supply Chain Risk Management (C-SCRM) Plan.
• Support program quality and performance oversight by implementing quality assurance and quality control processes to meet Government expectations and contractual standards. Identify risks and improvement opportunities, support corrective actions, and contribute to proactive problem resolution.
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