Global Security Unclassified & Classified Computing Program Manager (Science/Engineering Progra[...]

Los Alamos National Laboratory; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO or high‑deductible medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Paid childbirth and parental leave

401(k) with matching

Tuition assistance

Flexible schedules and time off

Onsite gyms and wellness programs

Relocation packages

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory seeks a Program Manager to lead Global Security computing programs, providing critical computing resources for diverse projects. The role requires extensive project management experience, technical expertise in computing environments, and the ability to navigate security challenges.

Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a bachelor’s degree in a related field with significant relevant experience. Active Q-clearance is required for this role. A competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and extensive learning opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience leading complex projects with strict deadlines.
• Proficiency with complex computing programs and architectures.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead Unclassified & Classified Computing Programs at LANL.
• Implement and oversee program management activities.
• Support GS computing infrastructure and transition to Classified level.

Skills

Project and Program Management

Technical Expertise

Communication

Risk Management

Teaming and Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a science or engineering related field

12 years of directly related experience or equivalent

Job description

What You Will Do

A technically and programmatically experienced Program Manager is sought to lead Global Security (GS) Unclassified & Classified Computing Programs at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). The role involves providing computing resources to a broad range of customers across GS programs and beyond, spanning multiple divisions, program offices, and external sponsors and customers.

• Provide overall program direction and leadership, maintaining high‑level cognizance of all GS computing activities across all utilized networks.
• Implement and oversee rigorous program management; track, forecast, and report progress on a routine basis; and use project controls to identify and mitigate program risk related to cost, scope, and schedule.
• Effectively identify, manage, and mitigate risk related to the complex security envelope inherent to GS computing programs; navigate evolving security policies and processes in collaboration with the LANL Chief Information Office (CIO) and other stakeholders.
• Support GS computing infrastructure, including compute, storage, container and virtualization services, applications, license management, Help Desk, and testbed development at Unclassified level and migration to Classified level.
• Lead R&D initiatives, architecture and design of end‑to‑end special applications and systems, and maintain subcontracts and procurements in collaboration with others.
• Foster a respectful work environment, encourage continuous learning, and treat failure as a learning tool.

What You Need

• Project and Program Management: Substantial experience leading complex projects with strict deadlines; success as a project leader, principal investigator, or task leader; experience with institutional planning, strategic planning, and infrastructure investments.
• Technical Expertise: Proficiency with complex computing programs, environments, and architectures; experience managing computing environments at a large R&D scale.
• Heterogeneous Computing Environment Expertise: Proficiency in configuration management, platform engineering, storage engineering, security infrastructure, application development, continuous monitoring, networking, compute and data center design, commercial licensing, and software support.
• Risk Management: Familiarity with risk‑management frameworks and LANL’s cybersecurity approach.
• Institutional Awareness: Expertise or ability to learn LANL budgeting and acquisition systems and associated funding policies.
• Relationship‑Building and Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills and consultative experience developing high‑level internal and external customer relationships.
• Teaming and Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, creative problem solving, and ability to lead and influence internal and external collaborations.
• Clearance: Active Q‑clearance or ability to obtain a DOE‑Q Clearance is required.

Education/Experience

Position requires a bachelor’s degree in a science or engineering related field from an accredited institution and 12 years of directly related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. An advanced degree is typically expected.

Desired Qualifications

• Active SCI‑clearance or ability to acquire
• Experience with Global Security programs and associated operations models
• Experience with LANL‑specific security requirements at various classification levels
• Strong track record of working with LANL CIO and Network Infrastructure (ICE) organizations
• Proven record of developing junior personnel into domain experts and advancing team members into mid‑career and senior leadership roles
• Substantial experience with space‑based and remote‑sensing instrumentation systems
• Experience interacting directly with LANL sponsors and GS mission stakeholders
• Knowledge of Human Performance Improvement and SCoR principles implementation

Essential Job Functions

• Sitting and standing: Ability to remain seated or standing for extended periods; sitting may exceed 50% of the workday.
• Mobility: Ability to walk at least 0.25 mile continuously and up/down three flights of stairs.
• Lifting: Ability to occasionally lift or carry objects weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Manual dexterity: Performing repetitive motions with hands and fingers (typing, using keyboard, mouse, and office machinery).
• Vision: Close visual acuity needed for reading, analyzing data, and viewing a computer screen.
• Communication: Ability to speak and hear clearly to exchange information with others.

Work Environment

• Work Location: Onsite in Los Alamos, NM.
• Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position to be eligible to apply for posted jobs. The commitment for this position is one year.

Where You Will Work

• PPO or high‑deductible medical insurance with a large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award‑winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50‑mile radius)

Additional Details

Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. This requirement applies only to U.S. citizens.

Clearance: Q/SCI — Position will be cleared to this level. Selected applicants must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified material; U.S. citizenship is required, with some limited exceptions.

Equal Opportunity

Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process.