ARS is seeking an experienced Portfolio Manager located at Hanscom, AFB. The selected candidate will play a key role in ensuring the Department's mission objectives, governance, budgeting, acquisition and cybersecurity standards are met within an Air Force environment. Advanced knowledge/experience managing Air Force form 1067 is required, as this role will lead efforts related to Service Life Extension Programs (SLEPs) and software/hardware modification proposals.
Why Work with us?Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.
Responsibilities include: - Strategic Alignment & Governance
Maintain oversight of projects and systems to ensure they support broader mission needs and comply with DoD governance processes, such as JCIDS (requirements), PPBE (budget planning), and defense acquisition policy (DoDI 5000 series) - Acquisition and Procurement Oversight
Integrate secure acquisition practices directly into procurement lifecycle-from gathering requirements through contracting and verification of cybersecurity and supply chain controls - Budget & Resource Management
Plans and manages lifecycle budgets-tracking costs, forecasting funding for current and future efforts, optimizing the portfolio, and presenting to senior leadership - Risk & Performance Assessment
Identify risks (cyber, schedule, cost), tracks performance metrics, ensures compliance through audits, and coordinates continuous improvement - Stakeholder & Supplier Coordination
Act as liaison with internal stakeholders and contractors, drafts contract requirements, ensures supply chain and cybersecurity clauses are included, and reports on progress
- Will perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications/Technical Experience Requirements:- Must be a U.S. Citizen.
- 10+ years of experience as a Program Manager with at least 3 years in DoD environment. Or 15 years of directly related experience with proper certifications as described in the Functionally Aligned Job Descriptions, 5 of which must be in the DoD.
- Active Secret Security Clearance required.
- Bachelor's and or Master's Degree.
Possesses the knowledge, experience, and demonstrated ability to perform tasks related to the technical/professional discipline they are performing. Possesses the ability to work independently and apply the proper procedures and processes related to their area of expertise. Shall also possess the ability to problem solve and troubleshoot various situations to develop successful outcomes within established program/project guidelines (Program Office and Staff Level Support interface).
All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.
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