Junior Program Manager

ZipRecruiter; Tampa (FL); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A Veteran-Owned Small Business in defense solutions is seeking a Junior Program Manager. The role includes overseeing program initiatives for the Department of Defense, managing teams across multiple locations, and ensuring compliance with federal standards. Candidates should have experience in federal contracting and DoD environments. This is a full-time remote role ideal for those in the Greater Tampa Bay Area.

Qualifications

• 3+ years working with the Department of Defense in a leadership role.
• Experience in managing teams and delivering federal services.
• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as principal Program Manager overseeing U.S. government support initiatives.
• Manage program lifecycle including initiation and planning.
• Deliver reports and briefings to stakeholders on project progress.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Analytical

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

MS Project

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionOpportunity: Junior Program Manager

Bottom Line Up Front:The Hoplite Group, a Veteran-Owned Small Business specializing in defense-oriented solutions, is currently seeking an junior Program Manager to support an ongoing Department of Defense (DoD) initiative. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record managing programs within the federal contracting space, especially in DoD environments. This role requires a leader with excellent organization and communication skills, as well as experience coordinating across multiple stakeholders and time zones.

Location:Remote (ideal home base is Greater Tampa Bay Area)

Level of Effort:Full-Time

Duties Will Include, But Are Not Limited To:

• Serve as the principal Program Manager, responsible for organizing, directing, and managing a dispersed team of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) supporting U.S. government and partner nation capacity building efforts.
• Oversee the full program lifecycle, including initiation, planning, execution, delivery, and closure of monthly activities, reporting, and ad hoc deliverables.
• Provide strategic direction and ensure all program deliverables meet technical and contractual requirements.
• Act as the primary point of contact for government stakeholders, subcontracting offices, and partner companies.
• Collaborate with Hoplite Group’s Finance Team to support cost estimation, monitor spending, review invoices, and manage vendor portal requirements.
• Track project progress using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and MS Project; provide consistent and transparent status updates to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support the Recruiting Team in identifying, vetting, and submitting qualified candidates to meet emerging customer requirements.
• Deliver concise weekly and monthly reports and briefings to senior Hoplite Group stakeholders and government clients.
• Ensure quality, risk mitigation, and compliance with DoD and federal program standards.

Required Qualifications/Skills:

• 3+ years of experience working with the Department of Defense (DoD) in a leadership or project/program management role. Ideally, has some experience with U.S. DoD Security Cooperation initiatives.
• 3+ years of program management experience, including oversight of teams across all program lifecycle phases.
• Proven experience delivering federal services and managing contracts within complex DoD environments.
• Experience with federal contracting processes, including FAR compliance, contract execution, and reporting – highly .
• Familiarity with ITAR and FMS processes – .
• Demonstrated ability to manage teams, track financial and hourly data, and deliver high-quality reports.
• Expertise with Microsoft Office Suite and program management tools such as MS Project Professional/Server.
• Exceptional communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance
• PMP or equivalent certification – but not required.

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