Cybersecurity Program Manager

COLSA; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

COLSA is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead efforts delivering cybersecurity services. This role interfaces with Government leadership, stakeholders, technical teams, and contract partners to ensure effective program execution and successful cyber support delivery.

The position is contingent on contract award with anticipated start in March 2027; candidate will be proposed as Key Personnel per proposal requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, IT, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• 10–15 years of progressive program management experience in DoD cybersecurity/IT.
• U.S. Citizenship with minimum Secret clearance.
• Strong knowledge of A&A, RMF, NIST cybersecurity standards, and federal compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead overall contracted effort with planning, oversight, and control.
• Coordinate planning, execution, and delivery of cybersecurity services.
• Interface with Government authorities, senior managers, technical teams, and stakeholders regarding program and technical matters.
• Manage lifecycle of program activities from initiation to closeout.
• Oversee schedules, milestones, deliverables, and performance to meet requirements.
• Support resource planning and workload coordination to meet program needs.
• Monitor risks, issues, dependencies; coordinate corrective actions.
• Identify opportunities to improve program processes and service delivery.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

Executive briefing

Risk management

DoD compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business Administration, IT, Cybersecurity, or related field

Master’s degree in a relevant discipline

Job description

COLSA is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead efforts supporting the delivery of cybersecurity services. This role will serve as a key interface between Government leadership, program stakeholders, technical teams, and contract partners, ensuring effective program execution and the successful delivery of mission-critical cybersecurity support.

This position is contingent upon contract award, with work anticipated to begin in March 2027. The selected candidate will be proposed as Key Personnel in accordance with proposal requirements.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Serve as the overall lead for the contracted effort, providing task order and program management planning, guidance, oversight, and control.
• Lead and coordinate the planning, execution, and delivery of cybersecurity support services.
• Serve as the primary contractor interface and point of contact with Government program authorities, senior managers, technical teams, and other stakeholders regarding program and technical matters.
• Manage task order and program activities throughout the project lifecycle, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout.
• Oversee execution of program requirements, including schedules, milestones, deliverables, and performance, to ensure contractual requirements and customer objectives are met.
• Support resource planning, task prioritization, and workload coordination to meet program requirements and customer priorities.
• Monitor program performance, risks, issues, and dependencies and coordinate corrective actions as needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve program processes, service delivery, and overall performance.

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Business Administration, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related discipline
• Minimum of 10-15 years of progressively responsible program management experience supporting cybersecurity and/or information technology programs within a DoD environment
• U.S. Citizenship required; minimum of a Secret security clearance required
• Strong understanding of Assessment & Authorization (A&A), Risk Management Framework (RMF), NIST cybersecurity standards and guidance, and federal cybersecurity compliance requirements
• Demonstrated ability to effectively interface and communicate with Government leadership, technical personnel, and other program stakeholders
• Experience preparing executive briefings, reports, project plans, and customer presentations
• Excellent leadership, organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Experience managing cybersecurity, Assessment & Authorization (A&A), and/or Risk Management Framework (RMF) programs
• Relevant cybersecurity certifications, such as CISSP, CISM, CGRC (formerly CAP), Security+, or equivalent

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our “Family of Professionals!” Learn about our employee‑centric culture and benefits here: https://www.colsa.com/culture_benefits

Salary Type Annually

The salary range, if referenced, represents a good faith estimate. COLSA considers various factors when determining base salary offers, but not limited to, location, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.

COLSA offers a comprehensive and customizeable benefits program which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Supplemental Income Protection Programs, 401(k) with company match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Education & Certification Reimbursement, Employee Discount Program, Paid Time Off and Holidays.

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 business days. If a candidate has not been selected at that time, it will continue to be posted until a suitable candidate is selected or the position is closed.