Executive Director, Program Management

CACI International Inc; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 168,000 - 370,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc. seeks an Executive Director, Program Management to lead a Navy portfolio, aligning strategy with execution across maritime and aviation programs.

You will manage cross-functional teams, ensure governance, and drive growth while delivering program performance and financial stewardship. Ideal candidate has extensive portfolio leadership experience, a Secret clearance with TS eligibility, and a track record of shaping proposals, improving margins, and guiding complex program

Qualifications

• 15 years minimum years' related program or portfolio management experience.
• Experience and demonstrated success managing mid-to-large portfolios.
• Experience and demonstrated success in top (revenue) and bottom (margin) growth.
• Strong operational leadership and execution discipline experience.
• Deep experience with program financial management and reporting.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Active Secret clearance with TS eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Execute VP/DVM strategy across assigned programs.
• Oversee program financial and operational performance.
• Drive tactical business development and recompete efforts.
• Integrate capabilities across programs for scalable solutions.
• Ensure PM compliance, reporting accuracy, and governance.
• Develop emerging leaders and strengthen bench depth.
• Growth: Maintain pipeline integrity and coordinate with BD teams.

Skills

Executive leadership

Program management

Financial management

Cross-functional leadership

Strategic planning

Clearance: Secret/TS eligibility

Education

Advanced degree

Job description

Job Title: Executive Director, Program Management

Job Category: Project and Program Management

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity

The Executive Director, Program Management serves as a senior operational leader responsible for executing division strategy within a US Navy portfolio of engineering and other services supporting the entire lifecycle of Maritime and Aviation platforms and systems. This role provides managerial and technical oversight, integrates capabilities, and drives program performance and growth. The Exec Director bridges strategy and execution—ensuring alignment of programs, new business pipeline development, and workforce performance.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Execute VP/DVM strategy across assigned programs
• Oversee program financial and operational performance
• Drive tactical business development and recompete efforts
• Integrate capabilities across programs for scalable solutions
• Ensure PM compliance, reporting accuracy, and governance
• Develop emerging leaders and strengthen bench depth
• Growth: Maintain pipeline integrity and coordinate with BD teams

Qualifications

Required:

• 15 years minimum years' related program or portfolio management experience
• Experience and demonstrated success managing mid-to-large portfolios
• Experience and demonstrated success in top (revenue) and bottom (margin) growth
• Strong operational leadership and execution discipline experience
• Deep experience with program financial management and reporting
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams
• Active Secret clearance with TS eligibility

Desired

• Experience transitioning from point solutions to integrated services
• Background in technical or engineering services environments
• Experience supporting Navy or maritime programs
• Advanced degree and/or leadership certification

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The Proposed Salary Range For This Position Is

$168,200-$370,000

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.