Intelligence Program Manager - Top Secret/SCI | El Paso, Texas

Cambridge International Systems Inc

$110K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • PMP Certification required
  • Master's degree or 15+ years in Program Management and intelligence
  • 10+ years relevant experience supporting the Department of War
  • Proven track record in project development from inception to deployment
  • Experience with intelligence oversight and resource management

Responsibilities

  • Act as primary contractor representative to Government officials
  • Enforce work standards and manage contractor personnel
  • Oversee contractor support team for mission programs
  • Provide monthly contract status reports
  • Coordinate program review meetings and related logistics
  • Interface with CNSP staff regarding contract performance
  • Manage knowledge management processes

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, life, accident, and critical illness insurance
  • 401(k) with immediate vesting and matching
  • Paid time off and recognized company holidays
  • Generous tuition and training support
  • Relocation assistance available
  • Performance-based bonuses and signing incentives
  • Employee referral program and wellness initiatives
Full Job Description
Intelligence Program Manager - Top Secret/SCI | El Paso, Texas

We are currently seeking an Intelligence Program Manager to support operations in El Paso, Texas. This position is contingent on contract award, with an expected start date of October 1, 2026. This is a full-time, CONUS position requiring an active DoD TS/SCI Level clearance.

What You'll Do
As an Intelligence Program Manager you will support a high-priority Special Operations mission inside and outside of the continental United States. This position places you at the center of operational planning and targeting, integrating intelligence, joint fires, and operational effects to support decision-makers in a dynamic, mission-focused environment.

This is an opportunity to apply your operational and management expertise alongside some of the nation's most experienced Special Operations professionals in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your work directly influences mission success. You will:
  • Serve as the contractor's single representative authorized to interface with the Government CO, Government Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), Government Program Manager (PM), and customer agency representatives.
  • Formulating and enforcing work standards, assigning contractor schedules, reviewing work discrepancies, supervising contractor personnel and communicating policies, purposes, and goals of the organization to subordinate contractor personnel.
  • Managing the contractor support team across all elements of the mission programs
  • Providing monthly contract status reports to responsible Government personnel, including the Government PM and/or COR.
  • Interfacing with CNSP staff on status of contract or T/O performance.
  • Coordinating program review meetings, including arranging for facilities and equipment, developing agendas, preparing attendance lists, and publishing meeting results.
  • Oversee knowledge management processes.
What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications:
Must be proficient in using different technologies such as computers and other tools and systems pertinent to the position.
  • Education & Experience:
    • PMP Certification
    • Shall have a relevant master's degree from an accredited college or university OR fifteen (15) or more years of experience in BOTH Program Management (with the demonstrated experience stated above) AND in the intelligence career field.
    • Shall have at least ten (10) years of relevant program manager experience supporting the Department of War.
    • Demonstrated experience shall include capability to lead project development from inception to deployment, expertise in the management and control of funds and resources using complex reporting mechanisms and demonstrated capability in managing multi-task contracts and/or subcontracts of various types and complexity.
    • Demonstrated experience with intelligence oversight.
  • Clearance:
    • Must have a current and active DoW Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
Preferred (Nice to Have):
  • Previous experience supporting USSOCOM, TSOCs, SMUs, or Joint Interagency Task Forces.
  • Graduate of Joint Targeting School, Advanced Target Development courses, or equivalent military targeting programs.
  • Experience integrating intelligence, operations, and fires to support time-sensitive targeting.
  • Strong written and verbal briefing skills with experience presenting to senior military and government leadership.
  • Ability to thrive in a high-tempo operational environment while managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
Travel Requirements
  • Up to 10% travel for Temporary Duty Yonder (TDY) by motor vehicle and/or air travel may be required; some overnight stays possible.
    • El Paso, TX
    • Colorado Springs, CO
    • National Capital Region (NCR)
    • Mexico City, Mexico
    • Tucson, Arizona
  • Must have an active passport to support OCONUS travel and/or living requirements
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
  • Periods of prolonged sitting and/or standing, including desk-based computer work.
  • Travel between work locations, including company offices, customer sites, and government installations.
  • Occasional extended work hours, including evenings or weekends, as needed.
  • Transport and use of work equipment, such as laptops and job-related tools, during site visits.
  • Work is performed in a secure facility where personal electronic devices (including Bluetooth- or Wi-Fi-enabled devices) may be restricted.
  • Communication with team members, customers, and stakeholders through verbal and written methods.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities, work under deadlines, and maintain attention to detail.
  • Interaction with others in dynamic environments, including situations requiring problem-solving and conflict resolution.

Background & Security
  • Employment is contingent upon successful background investigation
  • Alcohol and Drug screening may be required for federal contract compliance
Benefits & Perks
We believe in investing in our team-both professionally and personally:
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, accident, and critical illness insurance
  • 401(k) immediate vesting and match
  • Paid time off and company holidays
  • Generous tuition & training support
  • Relocation assistance
  • Sign-on and performance-based bonuses
  • Employee referral program
  • Access to Tickets at Work, EAP, wellness initiatives, and more

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