Deputy Program Manager

BlueWater Federal Solutions Inc.; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

BlueWater Federal seeks a Deputy Program Manager to support the Joint Staff J6 Coalition Interoperability Assurance and Validation Office in Suffolk, VA. You will coordinate across technical teams, manage day-to-day contract execution, and act as acting PM when required.

The ideal candidate has a TS/SCI clearance, 10+ years in program management, and PMP credentials. This role emphasizes military interoperability and offers competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• 10+ years of Project/Program management experience.
• Active TS with SCI eligibility is required.
• Experience supporting military operational staffs.
• PMP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Program Manager with day-to-day contract execution.
• Manage daily operations and task execution.
• Coordinate activities across technical teams.
• Track action items, deliverables, and milestones.
• Support staffing, travel, and logistics planning.
• Facilitate customer coordination meetings.
• Monitor contract performance metrics.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Military operations experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

PMP Certification (Preferred)

Job description

Overview

BlueWater Federal is looking for a Deputy Program Manager to support the Joint Staff J6 Coalition Interoperability Assurance and Validation Office.

The mission focuses on improving interoperability between U.S. forces, Combatant Commands, Services, Agencies, and coalition mission partners through Mission Partner Environment (MPE) assessments, interoperability analysis, testing, standards evaluation, and coalition information-sharing initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Support the Program Manager in managing day-to-day contract execution and serve as acting PM when required.
• Manage daily operations and task execution.
• Coordinate activities across technical teams.
• Track action items, deliverables, and milestones.
• Support staffing, travel, and logistics planning.
• Facilitate customer coordination meetings.
• Monitor contract performance metrics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• 10+ years Project/Program management experience.
• Must have an active TS with SCI eligibility
• Experience supporting military operational staffs.
• PMP Preferred

BlueWater Federal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. BlueWater Federal is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

We offer a competitive health and wellness benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Our competitive compensation package includes generous 401k matching, employee stock purchase program, and life insurance options, and time off with pay. Salary range: 130-160K