Global PM/SME Lead for Homeland Security Program

Chimera Enterprises International, Inc (Chimera); Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Chimera Enterprises International, Inc (Chimera) seeks an experienced Project Manager / Subject Matter Expert (PM/SME) to lead a DHS CISA International Affairs Support Services task order. The PM will be the single point of contact to the Government, manage all aspects of task order performance, and provide strategic guidance and technical direction.

The role requires 8+ years of federal program management, strong communication with senior stakeholders, and the ability to deliver high-quality,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., international affairs, security studies, public policy, business).
• 8+ years of experience in Federal program or project management, preferably in homeland security, international affairs, or national security environments.
• Demonstrated experience leading contract/task order teams and interfacing with senior Government stakeholders.
• Proven ability to produce and manage core PM artifacts (PMPs, status reports, risk registers, schedules) and drive performance to quality and timeliness standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to synthesize complex issues into clear recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day task order management (scope, schedule, quality, risk, and cost) across all PWS tasks.
• Develop and maintain the Project Management Plan (PMP), risk management processes, and cross-task management processes.
• Prepare and deliver Monthly Status Reports and support monthly Program Management Reviews with the Government.
• Provide strategic advice, technical guidance, and analysis to CISA International leadership; develop recommendations for process and performance improvements.
• Supervise and direct a multi-disciplinary team of analysts and specialists; ensure high-quality, timely deliverables.
• Maintain strong client relationships with the CO, COR, and CISA stakeholders; ensure rapid response to evolving requirements.
• Be available to the COR 0830-1730 ET, Monday-Friday, and respond to issues within 4 hours.
• Support occasional off-hours, weekend, or holiday activities as required to meet mission needs (e.g., international engagements across time zones).

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Risk management

Team leadership

Strategic advisory

PMP certification

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Chimera Enterprises International, Inc (Chimera) seeks an experienced Project Manager / Subject Matter Expert (PM/SME) to lead a DHS CISA International Affairs Support Services task order. The PM will be the single point of contact to the Government, manage all aspects of task order performance, and provide strategic guidance and technical direction.

The role requires 8+ years of federal program management, strong communication with senior stakeholders, and the ability to deliver high-quality,