Cybersecurity Program Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

AD&D

401(k) with company match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Education & Certification Reimb.

Employee Discount Program

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Job summary

COLSA is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead cybersecurity services delivery, interfacing with Government leaders, stakeholders, and technical teams. This role oversees the full lifecycle of task orders and program activities within a DoD environment, ensuring on-schedule delivery of commitments.

The position requires a Secret clearance, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and 10–15 years of program management experience in cybersecurity or IT.

Qualifications

• 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 in cybersecurity/IT within a DoD environment.
• U.S. Citizenship required; minimum of a Secret clearance required.
• Strong understanding of A&A, RMF, NIST cybersecurity standards and guidance, and federal cybersecurity compliance requirements.
• Experience interfacing with Government leadership, technical personnel, and program stakeholders.
• Experience preparing executive briefings, reports, project plans, and customer presentations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as overall lead for the contracted effort, providing task order and program management planning, guidance, oversight, and control.
• Lead and coordinate planning, execution, and delivery of cybersecurity support services.
• Interface with Government program authorities, senior managers, technical teams, and other stakeholders on program and technical matters.
• Manage task order and program activities from initiation through closeout.
• Oversee execution of program requirements, including schedules, milestones, deliverables, and performance.
• Support resource planning, task prioritization, and workload coordination.
• Monitor program performance, risks, issues, and dependencies and coordinate corrective actions.
• Identify opportunities to improve program processes and service delivery.

Skills

DoD program management

A&A RMF familiarity

Cybersecurity awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Information Technology/Cybersecurity

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Tracking Code

9856-987

Posted Date

11/2/2026

Job Location

Albany, Georgia

Location of Position

Albany, Georgia

Work Arrangement

On Site: 100%

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

Clearance Required?

Yes

Level of Clearance Required

Secret

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 November 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.

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

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.

Salary Type

Annually

Salary Details

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, the 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.

Benefits Program

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.