10+ years of project or program management experience in Federal or DoD programs
Bachelor’s degree in business, management, engineering, acquisition, IT, or related field; Master’s preferred
PMP and/or DAWIA Program Management Advanced certification or Level III qualification desired
Preferred experience with SAF/AQ, SAF/AQX, or Headquarters Air Force acquisition support
Strong communication skills and ability to analyze program information effectively
Knowledge of government budgeting and resource allocation procedures
Must be a US citizen with a current Secret clearance
Responsibilities
Lead a multidisciplinary team in acquisition planning and IT modernization
Manage strategic planning, budgets, staffing, and resources across multiple projects
Serve as the primary contact for the CO/COR, resolving mission support issues
Establish quality standards and ensure compliance with contractual requirements
Direct workforce recruitment, retention, and transition activities
Benefits
Full-time position with a focus on career development
Opportunity to work on high-impact Air Force programs
Engagement with cutting-edge technologies like AI and IT modernization
Collaborative environment with a multidisciplinary team
Potential for professional growth and advancement in federal program management
Full Job Description
Overview
Abacus Technology is seeking a Program Manager to lead an Air Force program providing acquisition management and support, IT modernization, industrial basis analysis, and AI integration. This is a full-time position.
Responsibilities
Lead a multidisciplinary team supporting acquisition planning, enterprise IT modernization, industrial-base analysis, data integration, AI integration, and acquisition process improvement.
Manage strategic planning, budgets, staffing, subcontractor coordination, schedules, and resources across multiple concurrent technical and advisory assignments.
Serve as the primary point of contact for the CO/COR and resolve issues affecting mission support and delivery.
Establish quality standards, monitor deliverables, manage performance risks, and ensure compliance with administrative, contractual, and security requirements.
Direct workforce recruitment, retention, replacement, and transition activities; communicate staffing and performance status through management reviews.
Qualifications
10+ years experience in a project or program management role supporting Federal or DoD programs including multi-disciplinary teams. Bachelor’s degree in in business, management, engineering, acquisition, IT, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred. PMP and/or DAWIA Program Management Advanced certification or documented legacy Level III qualification desired. Direct SAF/AQ, SAF/AQX, or Headquarters Air Force acquisition support experience preferred. Experience developing and applying technical and management processes. Experience in strategic planning. Experience and ability to gather and analyze a variety of program information, make sound judgments concerning program progress and effectively communicate recommendations to the government. Must have strong communication skills. Knowledge of government budgeting and resource allocation procedures; and the ability to find innovative ways to resolve problems. Must be a US citizen and hold a current Secret clearance.
Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
About Abacus Technology
Abacus Technology is a provider of information technology services and solutions to government agencies and the private sector. The company offers a range of services, including cloud computing, cybersecurity, software development, and program management. Abacus Technology was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Chevy Chase, Maryland.
