Program Manager; TS Cleared

Overview

Kentrap, a division of IT Concepts, values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. We are looking for experienced Program Managers who hold an active Top Secret clearance and have a proven track record leading complex, multi‑workstream programs in mission‑driven or enterprise environments. Ideal candidates exhibit leadership, strategic thinking, and an ability to manage cross‑functional teams, drive execution, and align business objectives, technical delivery, and stakeholder expectations.

Onsite in Tampa, FL

You may be a great fit if you have experience with:

• Leading end‑to‑end program management across multiple projects, teams, or work streams.
• Developing and maintaining integrated program plans, schedules, milestones, and delivery roadmaps.
• Managing program scope, budget, risks, issues, and dependencies across technical and business initiatives.
• Coordinating across engineering, cybersecurity, operations, and executive stakeholders to ensure successful delivery.
• Driving Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid program execution methodologies.
• Facilitating executive‑level reporting, briefings, and performance tracking across programs.
• Managing vendor relationships, subcontractors, and third‑party delivery partners.
• Identifying and mitigating program risks while ensuring alignment to organizational goals and mission priorities.
• Supporting resource planning, capacity management, and prioritization across competing initiatives.
• Ensuring compliance with government, security, or regulatory requirements in controlled environments.
• Leading program governance, documentation, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Managing multiple high‑visibility initiatives in fast‑paced, mission‑critical environments.

• Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of experience in program or project management roles of increasing complexity.
• Demonstrated experience managing large‑scale, cross‑functional programs.
• Strong understanding of program governance, lifecycle management, and delivery frameworks.
• Experience working with technical teams (IT, engineering, cybersecurity, or infrastructure).
• Highly polished communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results under tight deadlines.

• PMP, PgMP, SAFe, or other relevant program/project management certifications.
• Experience supporting federal government, defense, or intelligence community programs.
• Familiarity with Agile transformation or enterprise modernization initiatives.
• Experience managing budgets, contracts, and vendor performance.
• Knowledge of ITIL or enterprise service delivery frameworks.
• Experience with program reporting tools such as MS Project, Jira, Confluence, Smartsheet, or similar platforms.

We offer a competitive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401(k) with employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more. All employees are eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development, subject to IRS limits. We encourage continuous professional growth and provide the flexibility to pursue courses or certifications.

Kentro is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Kentro is strongly committed to compliance with VEVRAA and related employment laws, with comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure hiring practices align with these requirements.

Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform this role. Please contact careers to discuss accommodations.