Role

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead and oversee complex software development programs supporting federal clients in the Washington, DC area. The ideal candidate brings 11–15 years of experience managing technical programs from inception through delivery, with demonstrated expertise in program financial management, contract execution, and stakeholder engagement within a classified environment.

This role will manage the full program lifecycle, including proposal support, execution oversight, budget management, risk tracking, and contract compliance, ensuring successful delivery aligned with organizational objectives and client expectations.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight for multiple concurrent software development projects in Agile or hybrid environments, ensuring all scope, schedule, cost, and quality objectives are achieved. 
• Drive performance through clear communication, disciplined execution, and proactive risk management to deliver successful outcomes.
• Oversee the full financial and contractual lifecycle of programs, including budgeting, forecasting, and EAC reporting. 
• Lead pricing strategies, contract modifications, and compliance across FFP, T&M, and CPFF contract types, ensuring alignment with SOW deliverables and financial objectives.
• Act as the primary liaison between technical teams, executive leadership, and government stakeholders. 
• Build and sustain trusted partnerships, communicating program progress, risks, and strategic priorities to ensure transparency and alignment across all levels.
• Support capture and proposal efforts by shaping RFP responses, technical narratives, and pricing strategies. 
• Contribute to business growth through collaboration with capture, finance, and technical teams to position the organization for continued success.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and career development to project managers and technical staff. 
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture that emphasizes accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI clearance 
• 11–15 years of experience in program/project management within software development or IT systems integration.
• Proven experience managing programs in the Department of War or federal contracting environment.
• Strong knowledge of program financials (RFPs, ROMs, ETCs, contract types, and SOWs).
• Strong knowledge of Department of War acquisition process, contract management, and program execution requirements. 
• Proven experience managing Indirect Rate Structures (G&A, overhead, fringe).
• Proven experience engaging senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills. 
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies (PMP certification a plus but not required).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cost plus, firm fixed price, or other government contract types.
• Background in leading geographically dispersed teams. 
• Understanding of specific Department of War domains, such as cyber, intelligence, engineering, or logistics.