Asst Program Manager - USCG ACQ

atlas-tech; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas Tech is seeking an Assistant Program Manager to support the delivery of Coast Guard acquisition programs in collaboration with NIWC Atlantic. You will contribute to planning, execution, and lifecycle management across major and non-major efforts, ensuring programs meet performance objectives and governance requirements.

The role requires US citizenship, DoD Secret clearance, and experience in federal acquisitions.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Active DoD security clearance at Secret level or higher is required.
• Demonstrated USCG acquisition program management experience.
• Knowledge of MSAM phases, milestones, and documentation requirements.
• Familiarity with NMAP processes for smaller, streamlined acquisition efforts.
• PM Level 2 certification (Level 3 preferred) is required.

Responsibilities

• Work onsite at USCG Headquarters and support MSAM/NMAP guided programs.
• Lead or support milestone documentation, strategies, APBs, risk management plans, and program briefs.
• Coordinate requirements tracking, budgeting, scheduling, test planning, and configuration management.
• Manage cross-functional IPTs with engineering, logistics, finance, contracting, and I&T stakeholders.
• Prepare inputs for governance reviews and DHS/USCG documentation.
• Track risks, issues, and action items; maintain risk registers and mitigation plans.
• Support evaluation of contractor performance, EVMS data, and schedule status.

Skills

US Citizenship

Security clearance

Acquisition program management

MSAM/NMAP knowledge

Communication & briefing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Project Management/CS/Engineering/Math

PMP certification

NIWC Atlantic/USCG/DHS experience

Tools

PRISM

FPD

CG-LIMS

Job description

Leverage your project management and technical expertise to support the delivery of advanced, mission critical solutions for the U.S. Coast Guard in partnership with the Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Atlantic. As an Assistant Program Manager (APM), you will contribute to the planning, execution, oversight, and lifecycle management of U.S. Coast Guard acquisition programs, spanning both major and non-major efforts under the MSAM and NMAP frameworks. Working closely with USCG stakeholders, NIWC Atlantic, and IPT partners, the APM provides leadership across cost, schedule, technical, and risk domains. This position ensures Coast Guard programs meet performance objectives, adhere to acquisition governance requirements, and deliver the modernized capabilities essential to maintaining mission readiness. This role is based at USCG Headquarters in Washington, DC, with travel to CONUS locations as required.

Travel: up to 20%

You Will

• Work onsite at USCG Headquarters 3 days/week, 2 days/week telework
• Support day-to-day management of USCG acquisition programs in accordance with MSAM and NMAP
• Lead or support milestone documentation, acquisition strategies, APBs, risk management plans, and program briefs
• Coordinate requirements tracking, budgeting, schedule management, test planning, and configuration management
• Manage cross-functional IPTs ensuring alignment with engineering, logistics, finance, contracting, and T&E stakeholders
• Prepare inputs for DHS/USCG governance reviews including ADE documentation
• Track program risks, issues, and action items; maintain program risk registers and mitigation plans
• Support evaluation of contractor performance, EVMS data, technical reports, and schedule status
• Coordinate with NIWC Atlantic, CG-9, platform sponsors, and field units
• Provide support to program development, integration activities, requirements updates, and system transition planning

You Have

• US Citizenship
• Possession of, and the ability to maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Level Security Clearance or higher
• Demonstrated USCG acquisition program management experience
• Understanding of MSAM phases, milestones, and documentation requirements
• Knowledge of NMAP processes for smaller, streamlined acquisition efforts
• DHS/USCG PM Level 2 certification required; Level 3 preferred
• Experience supporting C5ISR, system integration, or enterprise modernization programs
• Strong understanding of federal acquisition, requirements development, and lifecycle oversight
• Excellent communication, briefing, and analytical skills
• Acute attention to detail; strong analytical and interpersonal skills

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Computer Science, Engineering, or Math, preferred. Other and non-degree are acceptable with commensurate experience
• Active Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Prior support experience with NIWC Atlantic, USCG Systems Integration Directorate (formerly CG-9), or DHS cybersecurity/acquisition components
• Familiarity with C5ISR systems, shipboard integration, and test planning
• Experience with financial systems such as PRISM, FPD, or CG-LIMS

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