Contract Manager​/Program Manager

Job Title: Contract Manager / Program Manager

Location: Silver Spring, MD

Clearance Required: Public Trust Eligible

Salary Range: $130K-145K / Based on Experience

Final date to receive applications: May 31, 2026

The Contract Manager serves as the primary liaison between the contractor and the Government, holding full authority to act on all daily operational matters related to the contract.

• Oversee the performance of all contract work and direct the contractor workforce.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the Contracting Officer (CO) and the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).
• Be available within 30 minutes during normal duty hours, and within 2 hours after normal duty hours, to resolve problem areas.
• Ensure quality control and prepare/sign performance evaluation meeting minutes.
• Manage employee onboarding, ensuring completion of conflict of interest forms, non-disclosure agreements, and facility safety courses.
• Day-to-day supervision of staff team performance.

• BS/BA in relevant fields.
• More than 5 years program management experience supporting a science-oriented organization.
• Proven track record of supervising more than 10 staff.
• Previous working experience in a similar environment.
• PMP preferred.

• Previous experience at NOAA, NASA, NSF, or an agency with strong science missions.
• Graduate degree in a relevant field.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project), Google Workspace (Mail, Docs, Sheets, Slides).
• A highly motivated, energetic, and professional demeanor, with the ability to interface with senior, influential, international officials.
• Strong foundation in ethical behavior, sound business judgment, and thorough research capabilities.

IBSS offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage with a company-paid deductible, paid time off, federal holidays, a matching 401K plan, tuition/professional development reimbursement, and Flex-Spending (FSA)/Dependent Care Account (DCA) options.

IBSS is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Please direct any inquiries to the HR Department email at

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the Talent Acquisition department at