Deputy Program Manager (Deputy PM)

Golden Key Group; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Golden Key Group is seeking a Deputy Program Manager (Deputy PM) in Reston, Virginia. You will act as the alternate point of contact for the Government, supporting the Program Manager in technical, financial, and contractual management.

This role involves oversight of operations, ensuring contract requirements are met, and supporting human resource management programs. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, extensive HR experience, and an active TS/SCI with Polygraph.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of human resources experience required.
• 4+ years managing programs of similar scope and size.
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the alternate point of contact to the Government.
• Support overall program management operations.
• Assist with staffing coordination and tasking responses.
• Ensure processes support program performance and efficiency.
• Support oversight of subcontractors and teaming partners.
• Provide regular status updates to senior government leaders.

Skills

Program management

Financial oversight

Human Resources management

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

Deputy Program Manager (Deputy PM)

Overview

The Deputy Program Manager (Deputy PM) serves as the alternate point of contact for the Government and supports the Program Manager in the technical, financial, and contractual management of the program. The Deputy PM assists in managing an integrated Human Resource Management (HRM) program supporting operations, ensuring all contract requirements and performance objectives are met.

This position is being recruited in support of potential future contract awards, and qualified candidates may be considered for upcoming opportunities supporting federal government clients.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the alternate point of contact to the Government and act on behalf of the Program Manager when required.
• Support overall program management operations, including technical execution, staffing, financial oversight, and contractual compliance.
• Assist with resource planning, staffing coordination, and tasking responses to meet contract requirements.
• Ensure management processes, reporting mechanisms, and business systems support program performance and operational efficiency.
• Support oversight and performance monitoring of subcontractors and teaming partners.
• Assist with management of the HRM program and support expansion to additional operational locations if required.
• Implement industry standards and best practices to strengthen program management and contract administration.
• Provide regular status updates, risk identification, and performance reporting to senior government leaders and program stakeholders.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required.
• Minimum 8 years of human resources experience.
• Minimum 4 years of experience managing programs of similar scope and size.

Certifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification preferred.