Senior Program Manager

ValidaTek, Inc.

$150K — $185K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in IT, Business, Engineering, or related field
  • 15+ years managing large-scale Federal IT programs
  • 10+ years leading Federal IT projects for U.S. agencies
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
  • Experience managing programs using Agile methodologies
  • Strong background in subcontractor and cross-functional team management

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the main contact for all BPA-related matters
  • Lead full program execution to meet contractual requirements
  • Oversee staffing strategy and resource management
  • Implement quality management processes for service excellence
  • Manage schedules and performance metrics as per Government requirements
  • Coordinate subcontractor performance and compliance
  • Maintain proactive communications with Government stakeholders

Benefits

  • Work on high-impact government technology programs
  • Opportunity to lead Agile program management activities
  • Engagement with advanced Microsoft technologies for digital modernization
  • Professional development through managing complex BPA contracts
  • Direct influence on program success and stakeholder satisfaction
Full Job Description
Summary

The Senior Program Manager serves as the primary point of contact and senior leader responsible for the successful execution of a Department of Justice (DoJ) program operating under a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) and associated BPA Calls. This individual has full authority and accountability for program delivery, staffing, quality assurance, schedule management, subcontractor coordination, and Government communications.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned Federal IT leader with extensive experience managing large-scale government technology programs utilizing Agile methodologies and modern enterprise solutions, including Microsoft Dynamics 365.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the central point of contact with full authority for all contractual, technical, and programmatic matters related to the BPA and BPA Calls.
  • Lead end-to-end program execution, ensuring successful delivery of all contract requirements within scope, schedule, and budget.
  • Oversee staffing strategy, resource management, and workforce planning to maintain a highly qualified and mission-focused team.
  • Establish and enforce quality management processes to ensure exceptional service delivery and customer satisfaction.
  • Manage program schedules, deliverables, milestones, and performance metrics in accordance with Government requirements.
  • Coordinate and manage subcontractor performance, ensuring alignment with program objectives, contractual obligations, and compliance standards.
  • Maintain proactive communication with Government stakeholders, providing status updates, risk management, issue resolution, and strategic guidance.
  • Lead Agile program management activities, including sprint planning, backlog prioritization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Support digital modernization initiatives leveraging Microsoft technologies, including Microsoft Dynamics 365 solutions.
  • Identify and mitigate program risks while implementing corrective actions to ensure operational success.
  • Ensure compliance with Federal regulations, security standards, and organizational policies.


Qualifications

  • Active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance.
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business, Engineering, or related field.
  • Minimum of 15 years of experience managing large-scale Federal IT programs and projects.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience leading Federal IT projects in support of U.S. Government agencies.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification required.
  • Demonstrated experience managing programs using Agile methodologies and frameworks.
  • Experience serving as the senior accountable leader for complex BPA or enterprise contract execution.
  • Strong experience managing subcontractors, cross-functional teams, and Government stakeholder relationships.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certification.
  • Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 implementations and enterprise modernization initiatives.
  • Microsoft certifications related to cloud, business applications, or enterprise technologies.
  • Experience supporting Department of Justice (DoJ) or other Federal Civilian agencies.
  • Familiarity with IT Service Management (ITSM), cloud migration, cybersecurity, and digital transformation initiatives.


Posted Min Pay Rate

USD $150,000.00/Yr.

Posted Max Pay Rate

USD $185,000.00/Yr.

Salary Disclosure

Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location, contract affordability, internal equity, education, and certifications.

The upper end of the salary range may be reserved for individuals who have demonstrated tenure with the company, seniority, and proven excellent performance. This includes factors such as education, certifications, and extensive/unique experience beyond what is required.

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