Deputy Program Manager

Core One; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Core One seeks a seasoned Program Manager to support SOCOM operations at MacDill AFB in Tampa, FL. The role requires an active TS/SCI clearance and extensive DoD contract experience. You will oversee contract workforce, coordinate with government stakeholders, and ensure performance objectives are met.

The successful candidate will lead cross-functional teams, manage risk, and communicate program status to senior leadership, ensuring alignment with mission priorities and acquisition regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in program management, intelligence operations, or a related discipline within DoD or equivalent Government agencies.
• Demonstrated experience supporting large-scale contracts within the DoD or Intelligence Community, with a thorough understanding of contract management, performance monitoring, and government acquisition processes.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and effectively engage with senior Government officials.
• Familiarity with DoD contracting processes, performance-based contracting, and government acquisition regulations.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Program Manager in maintaining oversight and administrative control over the entire contract workforce, ensuring performance standards and mission objectives are met.
• Serve as the senior-level liaison between the Contractor and Government in the absence of the Program Manager, working directly with the Contracting Officer, COR/ACOR, and TTMs.
• Participate in meetings, briefings, conferences, and progress reviews, providing management, technical, cost, and schedule information as required.
• Monitor contract performance across all functional areas, identifying risks and implementing corrective actions to ensure continued compliance with contract requirements.
• Support the preparation and delivery of management reports, status updates, and program documentation as required by Government stakeholders.
• Coordinate with functional leads and government stakeholders to ensure contractor personnel remain aligned with program priorities and objectives.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Communication

DoD contracting

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!

The program will support US Special Operations Command (SOCOM) at MacDill AFB in Tampa, Florida.

*This position is contingent upon contract award*

*This position requires a TS/SCI Clearance*

Responsibilities

• Assist the Program Manager in maintaining oversight and administrative control over the entire contract workforce, ensuring performance standards and mission objectives are met.
• Serve as the senior-level liaison between the Contractor and Government in the absence of the Program Manager, working directly with the Contracting Officer, COR/ACOR, and TTMs.
• Participate in meetings, briefings, conferences, and progress reviews, providing management, technical, cost, and schedule information as required.
• Monitor contract performance across all functional areas, identifying risks and implementing corrective actions to ensure continued compliance with contract requirements.
• Support the preparation and delivery of management reports, status updates, and program documentation as required by Government stakeholders.
• Coordinate with functional leads and government stakeholders to ensure contractor personnel remain aligned with program priorities and objectives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in program management, intelligence operations, or a related discipline within DoD or equivalent Government agencies.
• Demonstrated experience supporting large-scale contracts within the DoD or Intelligence Community, with a thorough understanding of contract management, performance monitoring, and government acquisition processes.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and effectively engage with senior Government officials.
• Familiarity with DoD contracting processes, performance-based contracting, and government acquisition regulations.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance required.

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.