Senior Program Manager (CICADAS)

Celestar Corporation

$160K — $230K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 12 years of experience related to program management, with 2 years in a recent role and a Master's degree OR 17 years of experience with a Bachelor's degree.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with a current polygraph, adjudicated in the last 5 years.
  • Strong understanding of cost, schedule, and performance metrics in project management.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing diverse teams and navigating complex project dynamics.
  • Experience in risk identification and mitigation within technical and operational frameworks.

Responsibilities

  • Manage project operations to ensure adherence to production schedules and effective resource utilization.
  • Oversee cost, schedule, performance, and risk management for various project components.
  • Resolve production-related issues by coordinating with team members and stakeholders.
  • Provide supervisory guidance to ensure contract goals are met efficiently and effectively.
  • Log and assign tasks to appropriate personnel while monitoring their progress.
  • Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and address both technical and business process efficiency.
  • Facilitate communication between customers and project teams to enhance collaboration and satisfaction.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on a high-impact project for the Defense Intelligence Agency.
  • Long-term employment potential with a 1-year base contract and 4 option years.
  • Engagement in a collaborative and dynamic work environment at Fort Meade, Maryland.
  • Focus on professional growth through challenging responsibilities and project management leadership.
Full Job Description
Celestar, a B&A Company, is seeking a Senior Program Manager to support the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) Cyber Intelligence Center Analytic Development and Services (CICADAS) task order. If interested and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding and impactful opportunity.

ANTICIPATED AWARD: December 2026
ANTICIPATED START: December 2026
PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: 1 Base Year + 4 Option Years
LOCATION: Fort Meade, Maryland

Salary Range: $160,000-$230,000 annually

Actual compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, certifications, security clearance, and contract funding. This position is contingent upon contract award.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: Active TS/SCI clearance with a current polygraph; both must have been adjudicated/completed within the past five (5) years.

Responsibilities:
• Manages project operations to ensure production schedules are met, system resources are utilized effectively, and that proper relationships are established between customers.
• Responsible for cost, schedule, performance and risk identification/ mitigation on projects including but not limited to systems, tools, equipment, software, facilities and other activities.
• Coordinates resolutions to production-related problems.
• Provides Project Management/ Supervision and Direction to ensure the successful cost, schedule, and performance of the contract.
• Ensures tasks are received, logged, and assigned to the appropriate sections/ personnel for completion.
• Monitors task progress and ensure tasks will be completed on time and, if necessary, coordinate with the requester for additional time or clarity.
• Responsible for the quality and efficiency of the project to include both technical issues and business processes.

Required Qualifications and Skills (Must Be Reflected on Your Resume):
• Minimum 12 years of experience related to the specific labor category with at least a portion of the experience within the last 2 years and a Master's degree

-OR-
• Minimum 17 years of experience related to the specific labor category with a Bachelor's degree

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