Deputy Program Manager

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 145,317 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries is seeking a Deputy Program Manager (DPM) in Fort Meade, MD. The DPM will assist in overseeing all aspects of program execution and operational delivery, aligning with evolving mission priorities. Responsibilities include managing program data, ensuring contract compliance, and guiding cross-competency teams.

This role requires a Master's Degree in a relevant field, 10 years of experience, and an active TS/SCI/Polygraph clearance. Join HII to support cybersecurity and intelligence operations for the U.S. military and federal agencies.

Qualifications

• 10 years relevant progressive experience with a Master's Degree or related discipline.
• DAWIA Level II or PMP certification required.
• Must possess an active TS/SCI/Polygraph clearance for consideration.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Program Manager in overseeing program execution and operational delivery.
• Manage program data and monitor contract deliverables.
• Lead cross-competency teams to ensure mission support.

Skills

Program Management

Project Risk Assessment

Technical Initiative Driving

Education

Master's Degree in Information Systems Management

Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level II

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Job description

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Location: Fort Meade, MD, Maryland, United States

Requisition Number:28705

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type:Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range:$145,317.00-$205,000.00

Security Clearance:TS/SCI with Poly

Level of Experience:Senior

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.

HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.

HII-Mission Technologies’ Cyber & Intelligence team is seeking a Deputy Program Manager (DPM) to assist the Program Manager in overseeing all aspects of program execution and operational delivery. This role ensures alignment with evolving J3, CNMF, and ARES mission priorities and coordinates workforce actions across multiple sites. The DPM serves as the secondary interface with Government stakeholders on technical, contractual, and project‑related matters. Responsibilities include managing program data, monitoring contract deliverables, guiding cross‑competency teams, and supporting resource, financial, and administrative management to ensure successful program performance.

Track and interpret changing J3, CNMF, and ARES priorities; coordinate with Site Leads to adjust workforce support accordingly.

Lead and direct cross‑competency teams to ensure integrated and effective support to mission requirements.

Maintain program data and prepare materials for briefings, milestone reviews, and status updates.

Oversee contractor deliverables to ensure quality, timeliness, and compliance with contractual requirements.

Develop and refine procedures for planning, managing, and executing contractual data requirements and administrative support tasks.

This role is part of a pending contract proposal. We are actively interviewing to identify qualified candidates in anticipation of a successful award.

Minimum Qualifications

• 10 years relevant progressive experience with Master's Degree in Information Systems Management, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Business Management, or related discipline.
• Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level II Program Management certification or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Must possess an active TS/SCI/Polygraph for consideration

Preferred Requirements

• Background in driving technical initiatives and integrating emerging capabilities into mission environments.
• Experience in assessing program risks, implementing mitigation strategies, and preparing budget proposals to support risk management.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role’s location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e‑mail address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.