Deputy Program Manager

Description

The company runs complex intelligence programs and needs a Deputy Program Manager with a strong financial background to help plan, deliver and oversee them.

The role supports the Program Manager with day-to-day operations while focusing on financial performance, forecast accuracy and compliance with corporate and contract rules. The anticipated posting end date is 12/21/2026.

Responsibilities

• Help the Program Manager lead the program across schedule, scope, cost, risk, performance and daily operations.
• Support contract modifications, pricing actions and funding management so they match operational priorities.
• Assess program and operational risks and opportunities, identify performance limits and propose mitigations grounded in mission needs.
• Work with contracts, finance, HR, subcontract management, technical leads and operations staff to keep execution integrated.
• Help with staffing plans, onboarding, resource allocation, workforce scheduling and readiness so mission support runs without gaps.
• Apply corporate best practices to daily operations, workflow and process discipline.
• Act as Program Manager when needed, keeping operations steady, stakeholders engaged and decisions moving.
• Align operational and business strategy across departments through the full program lifecycle.
• Advise on resource management, staffing models, budgets and performance tracking to balance cost against mission results.
• Build and refine processes that serve business goals, operational effectiveness and compliance.
• Make sure work meets legal, regulatory, contractual and internal standards, including Government requirements.
• Work with HR so hiring keeps pace with operations, meets clearance needs, fills candidate pipelines and covers mission training.
• Bring input from Government customers, technical teams, operators and internal stakeholders into forward-looking operational and strategic plans.
• Monitor operational health, workflow bottlenecks and mission system trends, and resolve problems before they affect execution.
• Drive continuous improvement by finding inefficiencies, applying fixes and raising operational readiness and effectiveness.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in business management, administration, operations management or a closely related discipline.
• 7 years of experience in finance, financial management, or similar work.
• Experience with OCONUS financial matters such as hedging liabilities, foreign taxation and SOFA.
• Experience working with other DOD and IC organizations.
• Experience with complex CLIN structures, multiple funding types and Funds From Others (FFO).
• An active Top Secret clearance with SCI and a polygraph.
• Coursework in project management, contracting or legal management is beneficial.
• Post-baccalaureate certificates in areas such as leadership or operational excellence are beneficial.

Conditions

Full-time, regular position.

Up to 25% travel, within the continental US.

Minimum clearance to start: TS/SCI with polygraph.

Salary range: $90,300 - $189,600 USD. Final pay depends on location, Federal contract labor categories and wage rates, prior experience, skills, education and certifications.

Benefits

• Healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education and time off benefits.
• Flexible time off so you can take the time you need.
• Access to learning resources for career growth.
• Competitive compensation and learning and development opportunities.