Deputy Program Manager Special Access Program (SAP)

Kearney & Company; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 103,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, &

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

529 Education Savings Plan

Flexible Spending & Health Savings

Legal Insurance

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time

Job summary

Kearney & Company seeks a Deputy Program Manager to support a DoW program, coordinating planning, execution, and oversight. You will lead cross‑functional teams, manage cost accounting, data management, baselines, and RM program activities while liaising with DoW personnel, government stakeholders, and industry partners.

The role demands a PMP, 7+ years PM experience, and an active TS/SCI clearance. Strong PPBE knowledge and MS Office proficiency are essential, with 5 days onsite in Washington

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Minimum 7 years of Program Manager or Deputy PM experience on large contracts.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with SAP eligibility (U.S. citizenship).
• Strong understanding of the Government PPBE process.
• Onsite work availability: 5 days per week in Washington DC.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Program Manager in planning, execution, and oversight of the program.
• Coordinate program activities and manage technical and administrative tasks.
• Establish and maintain cost accounting systems and data management procedures.
• Manage hardware and software configurations and baseline control.
• Lead technical management teams at the client site and coordinate staffing.
• Conduct cost‑benefit analyses and evaluate operational effectiveness.
• Identify automation opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Provide informational summaries to senior leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

Stakeholder management

PPBE knowledge

Analytical skills

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree

PMP certification

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are seeking a highly capable Deputy Program Manager to support the Program Manager in the planning, execution, and oversight of a complex Department of War program. The Deputy Program Manager will assist in coordinating program activities, managing technical and administrative tasks, and ensuring that program objectives are met efficiently and effectively. This role requires strong leadership, analytical skills, and the ability to work seamlessly in a dynamic environment with diverse stakeholders.

Assists the Program Manager with:

• Establishing and maintaining an adequate and accurate cost accounting system.
• Establishing and maintaining procedures for effective data management.
• Managing hardware and software configurations across the program.
• Establishing and controlling the program product baseline.
• Establishing and maintaining a Reliability and Maintainability (R&M) program.
• Managing vendors and subcontractors supporting program efforts.
• Leading and coordinating technical management teams operating at the client site.
• Advising on work distribution across positions and organizations.
• Recommending appropriate staffing levels and skill mix.
• Analyzing and evaluating the effectiveness of operations in meeting established goals.
• Conducting cost‑benefit analyses and economic evaluations for current or projected programs.
• Identifying opportunities for automation to improve efficiency.
• Evaluating organizational methods, support procedures, and business processes.
• Researching new or improved business and management practices.
• Obtaining, compiling, and summarizing information for use by senior leadership and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum 7 years of Program Manager or Deputy Program Manager experience supporting contracts of similar size and complexity.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification required.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with DoW personnel, military/civilian stakeholders, and industry partners.
• Strong understanding of the Government PPBE (Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution) process.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Project, Excel).
• Ability to work 5 days onsite in Washington DC
• Must have an active TS/SCI Clearance with SAP Eligibility to be considered for this role (requires U.S. citizenship)

Preferred Qualifications

• SAF/FM Experience.

Overview

Exclusively focused on the Government, Kearney & Company provides financial services, including auditing, consulting, and technology services. Our commitment to our employees and clients as well as to dedication and trust, critical values to our Firm, have led to Kearney’s recognition as one of the leading accounting firms in the country. Based on our employees’ feedback, we are also consistently rated a Best Place to Work. Employment at Kearney means a flexible, collaborative, and open-minded work environment. We hope it is your “first easy decision.” Learn more at www.kearneyco.com/careers.

The expected salary range for this position is between $103,000 and $180,000. This range is representative of base pay only and does not include straight time pay for hours worked over 40 per week, company contributions towards paid benefits, and/or bonuses. Actual compensation (meeting or exceeding the range) will be determined based on specific experience, education, work location, clearance level, and other factors permitted by law. This position is eligible for bonuses (when applicable).

We also offer a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and 529 Education Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account
• Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity Insurances
• Legal Insurance and Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program, fitness and wellness benefits, and other firm benefits.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time

EEO Notice

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Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

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Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)

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