Intelligence Program Manager – Top Secret/SCI | El Paso, Texas

Cambridge International Systems Inc; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Sign-on bonus

Tuition support

Education/training support

Job summary

Cambridge International Systems, Inc. seeks an Intelligence Program Manager to support DoD operations in El Paso, TX. The role requires TS/SCI clearance and work is CONUS, full-time.

The candidate will lead operational planning, integrate intelligence with fires and effects, and coordinate with government stakeholders to ensure mission success across dispersed sites. This position offers challenging responsibilities and potential for growth in a high-tempo environment.

Qualifications

• PMP Certification required.
• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university OR 15+ years of experience in BOTH Program Management and intelligence.
• At least ten (10) years of relevant program manager experience.
• Demonstrated capability to lead project development from inception to deployment and manage multi-contracts.
• Experience with intelligence oversight.
• Active DoD Top Secret/SCI security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Interface with Government CO, COR, PM, and customer representatives.
• Formulate and enforce work standards, assign schedules, review discrepancies, and communicate goals.
• Manage the contractor support team across all mission program elements.
• Provide monthly contract status reports to Government personnel.
• Interface with CNSP staff on contract or TO performance.
• Coordinate program review meetings, arrange facilities, develop agendas, publish results.
• Oversee knowledge management processes.

Skills

Project leadership

Contract management

Intelligence operations

Operational planning

Stakeholder communication

Security compliance

Education

PMP Certification

Master’s degree in related field

15+ years in Program Management & intelligence

10+ years program management experience

Experience with intelligence oversight

Job description

Intelligence Program Manager– Top Secret/SCI | El Paso, Texas

Cambridge International Systems, Inc.

Join a dynamic global team united by shared values: commitment, integrity, and perseverance. At Cambridge, you’ll work alongside top talent worldwide, tackling some of today’s most complex and critical challenges in defense and security.

We are currently seeking an Intelligence Program Manager to support operations in El Paso, Texas. This position is contingent on contract award, with an expected start date of October 1, 2026. This is a full-time, CONUS position requiring an active DoD TS/SCI Level clearance.

What You’ll Do

As an Intelligence Program Manager you will support a high-priority Special Operations mission inside and outside of the continental United States. This position places you at the center of operational planning and targeting, integrating intelligence, joint fires, and operational effects to support decision-makers in a dynamic, mission-focused environment.

This is an opportunity to apply your operational and management expertisealone alongside some of the nation's most experienced Special Operations professionals in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your work directly influences mission success.

• Serve as the contractor’s single representative authorized to interface with the Government CO, Government Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), Government Program Manager (PM), and customer agency representatives.
• Formulating and enforcing work standards, assigning contractor schedules, reviewing work discrepancies, supervising contractor personnel and communicating policies, purposes, and goals of the organization to subordinate contractor personnel.
• Managing the contractor support team across all elements of the mission programs
• Providing monthly contract status reports to responsible Government personnel, including the Government PM and/or COR.
• Interfacing with CNSP staff on status of contract or T/O performance.
• Coordinating program review meetings, including arranging for facilities and equipment, developing agendas, preparing attendance lists, and publishing meeting results.
• Oversee knowledge management processes.

What You’ll Bring

Must be proficient in using different technologies such as computers and other tools and systems pertinent to the positio n.

• Education & Experience:
  • PMP Certification
  • Shall have a relevant master’s degree from an accredited college or university OR fifteen (15) or more years of experience in BOTH Program Management (with the demonstrated experience stated above) AND in the intelligence career field.
  • Shall have at least ten (10) years of relevant program manager experience supporting the Department of War.
  • Demonstrated experience shall include capability to lead project development from inception to deployment, expertise in the management and control of funds and resources using complex reporting mechanisms and demonstrated capability in managing multi-task contracts and/or subcontracts of various types and complexity.
  • Demonstrated experience with intelligence oversight.
• Clearance:
  • Must have a current and active DoW Top Secret/SCI security clearance.

Preferred (Nice to Have)

• Previousexperience supporting USSOCOM, TSOCs, SMU, or Joint Interagency Task Forces.
• Graduate of Joint Targeting School, Advanced Target Development courses, or equivalent military targeting programs.
• Experience integrating intelligence, operations, and fires to support time-sensitive targeting.
• Strong written and verbal briefing skills with experience presenting to senior military and government leadership.
• Ability to thrive in a high-tempo operational environment while managing multiple priorities simultaneously.

Travel Requirements

• Up to 10% travel for Temporary Duty Yonder (TDY) by motor vehicle and/or air travel may be required; some overnight stays possible.
• El Paso, TX
• Colorado Springs, CO
• National Capital Region (NCR)
• Mexico City, Mexico
• Tucson, Arizona
• Must have an active passport to support OCONUS travel and/or living requirements

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Periods of prolonged sitting and/or standing, including desk-based computer work.
• Travel between work locations, including company offices, customer sites, and government installations.
• Occasional extended work hours, including evenings or weekends, as needed.
• Transport and use of work equipment, such as laptops and job-related tools, during site visits.
• Work is performed in a secure facility where personal electronic devices (including Bluetooth- or Wi-Fi-enabled devices) may be restricted.
• Communication with team members, customers, and stakeholders through verbal and written methods.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, work under deadlines, and maintain attention to detail.
• Interaction with others in dynamic environments, including situations requiring problem-solving and conflict resolution.

Background & Security

• Employment is contingent upon successful background investigation
• Alcohol and Drug screening may be required for federal contract compliance

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, dental, vision, life, accident, and critical illness insurance
• 401(k) immediate vesting and match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Generous tuition & training support
• Relocation assistance
• Sign-on and performance-based bonuses
• Employee referral program
• Access to Tickets at Work, EAP, wellness initiatives, and more

About Cambridge International Systems

At Cambridge, we recognize innovation and agility grow through teamwork. By working collaboratively, listening proactively, and engaging across functions we create solutions that build on the best ideas our employees bring to the table. We are committed to one another, to persevere in order to get the job done, and to do so with integrity every time. Learn more at www.cbridgeinc.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to any protected status under applicable law or other similar factors that are not job-related. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. Selected applicants may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with federal, state, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact our Recruiting Team at [e-mail].