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What You Will Do:

We are looking for an experienced Program Manager to lead and oversee delivery of a large-scale, federally funded multi‑cloud data platform program supporting secure data access, analysis, and operations. This position is a hybrid full‑time role supporting a complex federal IT environment in Bethesda, MD.  

• Serve as the overall program lead responsible for successful execution of all contract requirements across the full period of performance

• Provide program‑level management, oversight, and coordination for platform build, assessment and authorization, operations, and transition activities

• Act as the primary interface with Government stakeholders, including participation in scheduled and ad‑hoc meetings and timely communication of decisions and action items

• Develop, implement, and maintain a program management framework, including schedules, work breakdown structures, risk and issue logs, dashboards, and labor hour reporting

• Oversee cost, schedule, and performance tracking, ensuring alignment with contract requirements and Not‑To‑Exceed (NTE) limitations

• Lead transition‑in and transition‑out activities, ensuring continuity of operations, knowledge transfer, and proper documentation handoff

• Ensure compliance with federal security, privacy, and IT policies, including coordination of assessment and authorization (ATO) efforts

• Manage and oversee contractor and subcontractor personnel, ensuring staffing levels, qualifications, and performance meet contractual expectations

• Provide regular program status reporting, including weekly and monthly performance updates as required

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s Degree

• A minimum of FIVE (5) years of technical experience supporting IT systems, platforms, or infrastructure in complex environments

• A minimum of TWO (2) years of experience managing projects or programs of similar size and scope within a federal or highly regulated environment

• Demonstrated knowledge of federal and NIH security policies and applicable IT standards

• Strong background in technologies, network devices, hardware, and software relevant to enterprise IT and cloud environments

• Professional certification commensurate with the role, such as PMP, CISSP, CISM, or SANS GSNA

• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and communicate effectively with technical and non‑technical stakeholders

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD "public trust"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their public trust prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Experience supporting multi‑cloud or data platform programs in a federal setting

• Prior involvement with ATO, continuous monitoring, or Zero Trust initiatives

• Familiarity with NIH, HHS, or other federal health‑related IT environments

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Parental Leave

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance

• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Care.com annual membership

• Employee Assistance Program

• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus