Junior Project Manager, Cyber & National Security Programs

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.

Nightwing is seeking a Junior Project Manager to support the execution of two active programs within our Dulles, VA office. This role is ideal for an early-career professional with a background in business, finance, or technology who is looking to build a foundation in project management within a government-facing environment.

You will operate at the intersection of program execution, financial tracking, customer engagement, and technical coordination, supporting day-to-day operations across cross-functional teams. This role provides direct exposure to program leadership, customer interactions, and mission-driven work supporting national security initiatives.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically curious, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where priorities shift and coordination across multiple stakeholders is required.

This position will include a variety of activities, including:

• Supporting daily execution of two active programs, ensuring tasks, deliverables, and schedules remain on track

• Assisting with program financial tracking, forecasting, and reporting in coordination with FP&A teams

• Supporting preparation and submission of monthly CDRLs and program deliverables

• Coordinating schedules, meetings, and action items across internal teams and external customers

• Assisting with customer communications, status reporting, and briefing material development

• Tracking and managing program risks, issues, and action items

• Supporting technical teams by translating program requirements into actionable tasks

• Assisting in maintaining program documentation, schedules, and reporting artifacts

• Leveraging tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, and project tracking systems (e.g., Jira, MS Project)

• Supporting continuous improvement of program execution processes and workflows

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or in-progress) in Business, Finance, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field

• 0–2 years of experience in program support, internships, or relevant work experience

• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

• Demonstrated ability to work in team environments and coordinate across functional areas

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Basic understanding of financial concepts (budgeting, forecasting, or reporting)

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power Point

• Interest in technology, cybersecurity, or government mission environments

• Ability to work on-site in the Dulles, VA office

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or in-progress) in Business, Finance, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field

• 0–2 years of experience in program support, internships, or relevant work experience

• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

• Demonstrated ability to work in team environments and coordinate across functional areas

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Basic understanding of financial concepts (budgeting, forecasting, or reporting)

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power Point

• Interest in technology, cybersecurity, or government mission environments

• Ability to work on-site in the Dulles, VA office

Core Focus Areas

• Internship experience in program management, finance, cybersecurity, or government contracting

• Familiarity with project management tools (Jira, Confluence, MS Project)

• Exposure to cybersecurity concepts, SIEM tools, or network fundamentals

• Experience supporting customer-facing activities or presentations

• Experience with data analysis or basic scripting (Python, SQL)

• High academic achievement (3.5+ GPA…