Contract Program Manager

Core One; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive total compensation package

Commitment to employee development

Job summary

A national security solutions provider based in McLean, Virginia, is seeking an experienced Contract Program Manager to lead a team in developing a web-based tool for non-technical users. The ideal candidate will have over 20 years of program management experience specifically in Agile methodologies and hold an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph. This role involves ensuring compliance with sponsor security standards and operational objectives.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required.
• 20+ years of Program Management experience with Agile methodologies.
• Program Management Professional (PMP) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee program execution and ensure performance standards are met.
• Develop and manage Agile program management frameworks.
• Liaison between the Sponsor and internal leadership.

Skills

Agile program management

Team leadership

Liaison between technical and non-technical teams

Education

Bachelor’s degree in technical field

Job description

Join our team at Core One! Our mission is to be at the forefront of devising analytical, operational and technical solutions to our Nation's most complex national security challenges. In order to achieve our mission, Core One values people first! We are committed to recruiting, nurturing, and retaining top talent! We offer a competitive total compensation package that sets us apart from our competition. Core One is a team-oriented, dynamic, and growing company that values exceptional performance!

Contract Program Manager

Clearance Required: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph

We are looking for a Contract Program Manager to lead a cross-functional team responsible for building and delivering a web-based internal tool that will be used by non-technical end users. This ideal candidate is a leader who can bridge the gap between technical teams, Sponsor stakeholders, and compliance requirements. You will be responsible for program execution throughout the creation of the tool as well leading the team post deployment for maintenance, updates, and enhancements to ensure continued compliance and usability.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of program execution, ensuring objectives and performance standards are met in alignment with sponsor requirements.
• Develop and manage Agile program management frameworks to ensure iterative delivery, transparency, and continuous improvement across technical teams.
• Act as the main liaison between the Sponsor, internal leadership, and subcontractor organizations to ensure alignment of program goals and deliverables.
• Ensure all program activities comply with Sponsor security requirements, ISSA/ITS clearance standards, and IC protocols.
• Maintain adherence to PMP and Agile best practices, organizational policies, and federal acquisition regulations.
• Translate Sponsor mission needs into actionable program objectives and technical tasks.

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
• Bachelor’s degree in technical field such as Cloud Computing, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, or Cybersecurity
• 20+ years of Program Management experience with Agile program management methodologies
• Program Management Professional (PMP) certification
• 10+ years experience in management of classified IC programs

Desired Qualifications

• 15 years of IC experience

Core One is anEqual Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation,national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.