Overview

Kentro is hiring a Program Manager to support a USSOCOM opportunity. This role is responsible for providing overall program management, operational oversight, resource coordination, and customer engagement to ensure successful execution of contractual requirements across geographically dispersed teams and technical environments. The Program Manager will collaborate closely with Government stakeholders, subcontractors, and cross-functional teams to drive program performance, mitigate risks, support strategic objectives, and deliver high-quality solutions aligned with mission needs.

The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, along with experience managing large-scale IT, engineering, or enterprise service programs in dynamic and fast-paced environments.

Location: Hybrid in Tampa, FL

Responsibilities

• Program Management: Provide overall management, direction, administration, and leadership for BPA execution, ensuring successful delivery of program objectives, compliance requirements, and contractual obligations.
• Team Oversight: Oversee contractor and subcontractor personnel supporting the BPA, coordinating day-to-day activities, supervising ongoing technical efforts, and ensuring effective collaboration across functional teams.
• Resource Management: Manage overall BPA performance to ensure optimal utilization of assigned personnel, technical resources, and program funding while supporting schedule, quality, and mission objectives.
• Quality Assurance: Support and enforce quality assurance standards and processes in accordance with contractual requirements, ensuring deliverables and services meet established performance expectations and customer requirements.
• Government Engagement: Serve as a primary point of contact for Government stakeholders, responding to issues, concerns, and feedback in a timely and professional manner while supporting effective communication and relationship management.
• Decision Making and Issue Resolution: Exercise delegated authority to make program-related decisions on behalf of the contractor organization and proactively identify, communicate, and help resolve contractual, programmatic, technical, or resource-related risks and issues.
• Performance Monitoring: Monitor program execution, technical progress, and operational performance to ensure alignment with contract objectives, customer expectations, and organizational priorities.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks impacting program delivery and coordinate mitigation strategies to minimize operational, contractual, and resource impacts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience planning, directing, coordinating, and managing projects and programs of similar scope, scale, and complexity within a federal or defense contracting environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing contractor methodologies, operational approaches, and program execution activities, including oversight of SCRUM-based and agile project delivery efforts for large, complex programs supporting multiple OCONUS locations and Department of Defense (DoD) initiatives.
• Proven experience supporting projects involving foreign Host Nation engagement and Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) requirements, regulations, and processes across geographically dispersed Areas of Responsibility (AOR).
• Strong understanding of program management principles, resource allocation, risk management, quality assurance, and performance monitoring within complex enterprise or mission-focused environments.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple competing priorities, deadlines, and stakeholder expectations in a fast-paced and dynamic operational environment.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with executive leadership, Government customers, technical teams, and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to proactively identify issues, develop solutions, and drive successful program outcomes.
• Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP) or Program Management Professional (PgMP) certification required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting Special Operations Forces (SOF), Combatant Command (COCOM/CCMD), or other Department of Defense (DoD) mission environments.
• Familiarity with Enterprise Architecture frameworks, including Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF) methodologies and related strategic planning activities.
• Experience managing programs involving cloud modernization, DevSecOps, cybersecurity, Big Data, or enterprise IT transformation initiatives.
• Knowledge of federal acquisition processes, GSA contract vehicles, BPA administration, and proposal development activities, including oral presentations.
• Prior experience managing geographically dispersed teams and subcontractors in CONUS and OCONUS environments.
• Working knowledge of IT service management (ITSM), Agile, SCRUM, and SAFe methodologies.

Clearance Requirement:

• Active Top Secret (TS) clearance with eligibility to SCI based on a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI).
• Must be a U.S. citizen

Benefits

The Company

We believe in generating success collaboratively, enabling long-term mission success, and building trust for the next challenge. With you as our partner, let's solve challenges, think innovatively, and maximize impact. As a valued member of our team, you have the unique opportunity to work in a diverse range of technology and business career paths, all while supporting our nation and delivering innovative technology solutions. We are a close community of experts that pride ourselves on creating an environment defined by teamwork, dedication, and excellence.

We hold three ISO certifications (27001:2013, 20000-1:2011, 9001:2015), two CMMI ML 3 ratings (DEV and SVC) and CMMC Level 2 Certification.

Industry Recognition

Growth | Inc 5000's Fastest Growing Private Companies, DC Metro List Fastest Growing; Washington Business Journal: Fastest Growing Companies, Top Performing Small Technology Companies in Greater D.C.

Culture | Northern Virginia Technology Council Tech 100 Honoree; Virginia Best Place to Work; Washington Business Journal: Best Places to Work, Corporate Diversity Index Winner - Mid-Size Companies, Companies Owned by People of Color; Department of Labor's HireVets for our work helping veterans transition; SECAF Award of Excellence finalist; Victory Military Friendly Brand; Virginia Values Veterans (V3); Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Corporate Breath Award

Benefits

We offer competitive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401k including an employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more. We invest in our employees - Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development. Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, complete a certification, or other professional growth and networking. We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes commitment to continuous professional development.

We work hard; we play hard. Kentro is committed to incorporating fun into every day. We dedicate funds for activities - virtual and in-person - e.g., we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations. In alignment with our commitment to our communities, we also host and attend charity galas/events. We believe in appreciating your commitment and building a positive workspace for you to be creative, innovative, and happy.

How to Apply

To apply to Kentro Positions- Please click on the job link and then click the blue "Apply" button at the top right of Job Description. Please upload your resume and complete all the application steps. You must fully submit the application for Kentro to consider you for a position. If you need alternative application methods, please email [email protected] and request assistance.

Accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need to discuss reasonable accommodations, please email [email protected].

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