Deputy Program Manager / Operations Lead with Security Clearance

Base-2 Solutions; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid health premiums

Dental premiums covered

Vision premiums covered

Life insurance up to $200k

Short-/Long-term disability covered

401(k) with 8% total company match

Paid time off and floating holidays

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Base-2 Solutions invites a Deputy Program Manager / Operations Lead to oversee the day-to-day execution of the DIA’s SIA-3 IDIQ. You will synchronize task order activities, coordinate across analytic teams, regions, and mission partners, and drive on-schedule delivery.

The role requires PMP certification and DoD/IC program experience, with emphasis on production timelines, workforce management, and status reporting. A TS/SCI-friendly environment is common.

Qualifications

• PMP certification required and active TS/SCI clearance preferred.
• Experience supporting DoD or IC programs with strong operational management.
• Familiarity with DIA production environments and analytic workflows.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations across multiple task orders and mission areas.
• Coordinate Task Order Managers, regional leads, and functional leads.
• Track schedule, staffing, and performance metrics and elevate issues as needed.
• Support workforce management, onboarding, surge operations, and continuity planning.
• Ensure execution aligns with DIA analytic standards and production timelines.
• Support preparation of status reports, executive briefings, and performance reviews.
• Act as PM designee when required.

Skills

PMP certification

8+ years DoD/IC experience

Operational coordination

Cleared analytic/technical teams

Education

PMP Certification

8+ years DoD/IC experience

Job description

Job Description Position Summary Base-2 Solutions is seeking a Deputy Program Manager / Operations Lead to support day-to-day execution of the SIA-3 IDIQ. The DPM will synchronize task order execution, oversee operational workflows, and ensure seamless coordination across analytic teams, regions, and mission partners. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations across multiple task orders and mission areas.
• Coordinate Task Order Managers, regional leads, and functional leads.
• Track schedule, staffing, and performance metrics and elevate issues as needed.
• Support workforce management, onboarding, surge operations, and continuity planning.
• Ensure execution aligns with DIA analytic standards and production timelines.
• Support preparation of status reports, executive briefings, and performance reviews.
• Act as PM designee when required. Required Qualifications
• PMP certification (required).
• 8+ years of experience supporting DoD or IC programs.
• Strong operational management and coordination experience.
• Familiarity with DIA production environments and analytic workflows.
• Experience managing cleared analytic or technical teams. Preferred Qualifications
• Experience supporting intelligence analysis, technical intelligence, or multi-INT missions.
• Prior experience supporting DIA, CCMDs, or IC agencies. Required Education and Experience Equivalency
• None specified. Required Certifications
• PMP Required Security Clearance
• Active Top Secret/SCI Pay & Benefit Highlights Compensation
• Competitive fixed salary or hourly pay (based on experience, skills, location, and internal equity).
• Employee referral bonuses up to $10,000 per hired referral.
• Additional bonus opportunities for exceptional performance and contributions to business development and company growth (role-dependent). Health
• 100% company-paid medical premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
• Choose from multiple plan options with CareFirst, Kaiser, and UnitedHealthcare, including PPO, POS, HMO, and HSA-compatible plans.
• 100% company-paid dental premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
• 100% company-paid vision premiums for employees and eligible dependents. Income Protection
• 100% company-paid premiums for short-term disability.
• 100% company-paid premiums for long-term disability.
• 100% company-paid premiums for accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D).
• 100% company-paid premiums for life insurance up to $200,000. Retirement
• 401(k) with immediate vesting: 4% company match plus a 4% non-elective company contribution (8% total).
• 401(k) pre-tax and Roth options. Leave
• Up to 20 days of flexible paid time off (PTO).
• 11 paid floating holidays. Work-Life Balance
• Flexible work schedules, including flex time and compressed work periods (contract and project-dependent).