Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust Clearance
Proven project management skills with a focus on scope, staffing, and risk
Experience managing federal contracts in dynamic environments
Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and tools (e.g., Jira)
Strong communication and collaboration abilities
Responsibilities
Serve as a servant leader for a team of approximately 20 individuals
Manage communications, quality, scope, cost, resources, and risk at the contract level
Coordinate operational support to ensure effective service delivery
Drive internal initiatives to improve team morale and refine processes
Lead contractor onboarding and offboarding processes
Create and maintain program roadmaps and growth strategies
Supervise a diverse team of technical and non-technical resources
Benefits
Hybrid work setting
Opportunities for professional development
Supportive team environment
Engagement in strategic programs within the Department of Homeland Security
Involvement in special projects and initiatives
Full Job Description
ECS is seeking a Deputy Program Manager to work in a HYBRID setting out of our Arlington, VA office.
ECS is seeking an experienced and exceptionally organized critical thinker to serve as the Deputy Program Manager to support multiple strategic programs. In this role you will own the day-to-day operational management of several contracts providing engineering and consulting services across the Department of Homeland Security's Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO).
Key Responsibilities:
Be a servant leader to roughly 20 individuals on the program by assisting with the execution of PM duties and responsibilities as requested by the PM
Proactively manage communications, quality, scope, cost, resources, and risk at the contract level, including holding routine customer meetings, executing deliverables, and performing other as-needed functions to ensure the health of the program
Coordinate and follow up with operational support staff to ensure effective delivery (e.g., oversight of security requests, subcontracts, financial management, and contracts management)
Drive internal initiatives such as improving team morale, refining processes, removing roadblocks, and supporting staffing and recruiting efforts
Lead or support special projects as needed
Lead contractor onboarding and offboarding, including program orientation and allocation of government-issued equipment
Create and maintain cross program roadmap, growth strategy, and other artifacts
Supervise a team composed of both technical and non-technical resources
Salary Range: $150,000 - $170,000
General Description of Benefits
Bachelor's degree
8 years related experience supporting programs
Must be able to obtain and maintain Public Trust Clearance
Demonstrated excellent project management capabilities including the ability to lead evaluation of scope, staffing, risk, dependencies, communications, and quality
Demonstrated experience and success managing the development and operations of services-based federal contracts in broad and dynamic customer environments
Experience providing effective guidance and direction for multiple programs simultaneously
Experience effectively managing a team composed of both technical and non-technical resources
Demonstrated experience and understanding of Agile delivery methodologies including Scrum and Kanban, as well as experience with Agile Lifecycle Management Tools (e.g., Jira)
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, including customer and employee engagement
A demonstrated aptitude for attention to detail, complex problem solving, and leading teams to success
Strong MS Office skills (Excel formulas/lookups, Word tracked changes, PowerPoint/Visio visuals, Outlook)
About ECS
ECS is a leading provider of digital solutions and services to the federal government. The company was founded in 2001 by Roy Kapani and has since grown to become a trusted partner to a wide range of government agencies. ECS offers a broad range of services, including cloud computing, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence. The company has been recognized for its innovative solutions and has won numerous awards, including the AWS Public Sector Partner of the Year award.
