Acquisition Program Manager

KBR, Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 140,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Acquisition Program Manager to oversee contract administration for its cybersecurity portfolio. The role requires strong project management skills and extensive knowledge in DoD acquisition. Candidates must have a MA/MS degree and a minimum of 15 years experience, including 10 years in DoD program management. The position offers a competitive salary of up to $165K and numerous benefits aimed at fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.

Benefits

401K plan with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of work-related experience required.
• Expertise in DoD acquisition program management for at least 10 years.
• Active TS/SCI clearance is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support a full range of contract administration tasks for the cybersecurity portfolio.
• Develop program management documentation and reports.
• Conduct risk management and process improvement.

Skills

Program Management

Risk Management

Stakeholder Management

Education

MA/MS Degree

Job description

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Acquisition Program Manager

Apply locations Washington, DC time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id R2108202

Title:

Acquisition Program Manager

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

KBR is seeking an Acquisition Program Manager in Ft. Washington, MD.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.

• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.

• Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

Work Environment:

• Location: Onsite

• Travel Requirements: Minimal 20% or less

• Working Hours: Standard

Responsibilities:

KBR seeks an Acquisition Program Manager to support the SAF/OC/CDM/CCSO with a full range of contract administration tasks in support of its cybersecurity portfolio. The Secretary of the Air Force, Concepts, Development and Management Office (SAF/CDM) Cyber Capabilities Support Office (CCSO) is a research and development (R&D) driven technology and development and operational support activity under the cognizance of the United States Air Force (USAF). CCSO develops solutions to hard problems in order to facilitate national success in the Offensive Cyber Operations (OCO) domain. By utilizing a unique blend of technology, intelligence, and operations subject matter experts (SMEs) in a quick reaction capability (QRC) environment, CCSO develops focused capabilities to enable the achievement of Combatant Command (COCOM) mission objectives across all phases of combat.

Responsibilities:

The Secretary of the Air Force, Concepts, Development and Management Office (SAF/CDM) Cyber Capabilities Support Office (CCSO) is a research and development (R&D) driven technology and development and operational support activity under the cognizance of the United States Air Force (USAF). CCSO develops solutions to hard problems in order to facilitate national success in the Offensive Cyber Operations (OCO) domain. By utilizing a unique blend of technology, intelligence, and operations subject matter experts (SMEs) in a quick reaction capability (QRC) environment, CCSO develops focused capabilities to enable the achievement of Combatant Command (COCOM) mission objectives across all phases of combat. The Acquisition Program Manager supports CCSO across its cyber capabilities’ portfolio with a full range of project management tasks, in coordination with government program managers, to include procurement, financial management and planning, systems engineering, production, security, contracting, and logistics for existing and future programs. The Acquisition Program Manager shall support and advise on development and maintenance of all project documentation, and coordination of documentation between functional organizations inside and outside SAF/OC. Per PWS section 1.3.1.1 Project Management/Acquisition Support, and section and 1.3.2, Acquisition Project Support-Cyber, specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provide expertise with DoD systems and non-systems full life cycle program management support, to include but not limited to: acquisition strategy development, requirement documentation development, project management documentation and reports, stakeholder management, monitoring of cost, performance and schedule, and DoD risk management techniques.

• Draft documentation (e.g., acquisition plans, requirements approval documents, justification and approvals, statement of objectives/statement of work/performance work statements, quality contract data requirements list, assurance plans, etc.); presentation materials (e.g., early strategy and issues sessions, acquisition strategy panel briefings, etc.); and prepare and coordinate, within SAF/OC, staff summary packages to support acquisition milestone coordination and decisions (RR #18).

• Support risk management and process improvement by developing risk mitigation strategies, recommended courses of action, and documentation (RR# 19).

• Support development of program execution briefings and contract review briefings.

• Participate as an acquisition SME in internal and external SAF/OC meetings. The contractor shall develop and coordinate responses to internal and external program inquiries.

• Support development of Program Element Monitor (PEM) briefings, staffer briefs, and recommend to the Government language for annual Congressional Justifications Books.

• Work with other functional areas including financial management on PEM related activities (e.g., tracking, monitoring, and reporting of program element execution, contract actions, unfunded requirements, and necessary program metrics).

• Develop and deliver program execution briefings and contract review briefings. • Develop, advise on, and maintain all project documentation.

• Conduct ongoing risk management, issue resolution, and process improvements on projects assigned.

• Provide ongoing project execution oversight and leadership to include schedule development and monitoring; technical development prioritization, goal setting, and monitoring; technical execution performance monitoring and assessment; resource monitoring and assessment; technical integration planning, scheduling, and implementation; test planning, scheduling, coordination, implementation, and oversight; risk and issue identification and mitigation; and financial execution monitoring.

• Plan, coordinate, and execute regular, ongoing Sprint Reviews and Project Reviews for projects assigned. • Evaluate and communicate project progress in writing, in briefings, and in discussions with Government Program Managers, other CDM personnel, and leadership (RR# 26).

• Anticipate and comprehend technical issues related to cyber capability efforts and work with appropriate team members to resolve.

• Develop and oversee improvements to the capability roadmap, to include: new features, functionality, and integration points.

• Support transition efforts to effectively deliver operations-ready capabilities. Transition support shall include coordination of site deliveries and installations, guidance and oversight of developer deliveries, and support transition engagements to include life cycle sustainment planning for transition.

Required:

• MA/MS Degree • Minimum of fifteen (15) years of work-related experience.

• Of those 15 years, a minimum of ten (10) years conducting DoD acquisition program management.

• A recognized expert in their area of expertise.

• Must have an active TS/SCI clearance

Compensation: Salary for this role in the DC area is up to $165K.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.