Odyssey Systems

Senior Program Manager

Odyssey Systems$100K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Must be a US citizen
  • Top Secret Clearance required
  • Experience with cybersecurity or cryptologic technology programs
  • Proven background in acquisition reporting and program reviews
  • Strong analytical skills for assessing program performance
  • 10+ years in relevant fields, with 5+ years in DoD
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree preferred

Responsibilities

  • Provide acquisition and program management support per DoDI 5000.02
  • Oversee cryptologic and cybersecurity program planning and execution
  • Analyze program effectiveness to support decision-making
  • Recommend solutions for program risks and resource constraints
  • Support development, testing, and modernization of cyber capabilities
  • Maintain comprehensive acquisition documentation and reports
  • Prepare and present detailed program status briefings to leadership

Benefits

  • Onsite position at Lackland AFB, San Antonio, TX
  • Opportunity to work on high-priority Air Force missions
  • Collaborative work environment with government and contractor personnel
  • Potential travel opportunities according to customer needs
  • Engagement in the important field of national security and cyber defense
Full Job Description
Position Summary

Odyssey Systems has an exciting new opportunity for an experienced Senior Program Manager supporting a high priority acquisition mission within the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center’s Cryptologic and Cyber Systems Division (AFLCMC/HNC).

 

The Cryptologic and Cyber Systems Division (AFLCMC/HNC) is a one-of-a-kind Air Force activity operating from Lackland AFB which provides life cycle management for IA and other critical systems. The division’s primary mission is cyberspace support. AFLCMC/HNC is responsible for technology development, acquisition, sustainment, and demilitarization of cyber security systems or products that provide mission assurance by ensuring warfighter access to the information systems and its products, while denying adversaries access to the same. The division also provides product support to other critical Air Force, DoD, and national force protection and intelligence systems required by the nation to mobilize, deploy, support, and sustain operations.

 

This is a full time position located at Lackland AFB, San Antonio, TX.

Responsibilities

Duties include but not limited to:

  • Provide acquisition and program management support in accordance with DoDI 5000.02, AFI 63-101/20-101, and applicable DoD acquisition guidance.
  • Support the planning, execution, and oversight of cryptologic, cybersecurity, information assurance, and secure communications programs.
  • Analyze program effectiveness, efficiency, schedule performance, and resource utilization to support acquisition decision-making.
  • Develop recommendations and alternative courses of action to address program risks, technical challenges, and resource constraints.
  • Support system acquisition activities associated with the development, integration, testing, deployment, sustainment, and modernization of cyber and cryptologic capabilities.
  • Develop and maintain acquisition documentation, reports, briefings, schedules, and program management products.
  • Support acquisition reporting requirements, including Defense Acquisition Executive Summary (DAES), Monthly Acquisition Reports (MAR), and related program documentation.
  • Support Program Management Reviews (PMRs), Integrated Master Plan (IMP) reviews, Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) reviews, and executive-level meetings.
  • Prepare and present program status briefings, analyses, and recommendations to senior government leadership.
  • Coordinate with government personnel, contractors, and stakeholders to support successful program execution.
  • Support acquisition strategies and planning efforts associated with cybersecurity, cryptologic, COMSEC, and secure communications systems.
Qualifications

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

 

Minimum Required Qualifications

ClearanceMust have and be able to maintain a Top Secret Level Clerance

  • Experience supporting cybersecurity, cryptologic, secure communications, information assurance, or related technology programs.
  • Experience supporting acquisition reporting, program reviews, and executive-level briefings.
  • Ability to analyze program performance and recommend solutions to complex acquisition challenges.

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's or Master's Degree

Years of experience: 10+ years of experience five of which must be in the DoD

  • Experience supporting Air Force acquisition organizations.
  • Experience supporting cryptologic systems, COMSEC, Key Management Infrastructure (KMI), Information Assurance (IA), cybersecurity, secure communications, or Cross Domain Solutions (CDS).
  • Experience supporting National Security Agency (NSA), cyber operations, or information protection programs.
  • Familiarity with Integrated Master Plans (IMP), Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), and acquisition reporting processes.

Technical Skills

  • DoDI 5000 Series Acquisition Processes
  • AFI 63-101/20-101
  • Program Management
  • Cryptologic Systems
  • Cybersecurity Programs
  • Information Assurance (IA)
  • Communications Security (COMSEC)
  • Key Management Infrastructure (KMI)
  • Secure Communications Systems
  • Cross Domain Solutions (CDS)
  • Risk Management Framework (RMF)
  • Cost, Schedule, and Performance Management
  • Defense Acquisition Executive Summary (DAES)
  • Monthly Acquisition Reports (MAR)
  • Integrated Master Plans (IMP)
  • Integrated Master Schedules (IMS)
  • Risk Management
  • Acquisition Documentation Development
Interpersonal Skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to brief senior government leadership and stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced acquisition environment.
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Additional Information

Location: Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, TX

Travel: Travel may be required per the customer's discretion.

Onsite position

 

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About Odyssey Systems

Odyssey Systems is an information technology company based in Rockville, Maryland. It was founded in 1997 and provides a range of IT services to government agencies and private sector clients. Odyssey Systems specializes in software development, data analytics, and cybersecurity. The company has a team of over 500 employees and has worked with clients such as the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, and the National Institutes of Health. Odyssey Systems is committed to providing innovative solutions to its clients and helping them achieve their goals.
Learn more about Odyssey Systems
Size
500 employees
Industry
Founded
1997
Revenue
$100 million

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