Manager, Technology Program Management

Peraton; Virginia (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton seeks a senior program director with expertise in digital forensics and cyber investigations to oversee major national security programs. You will manage forensic operations, guide technical teams, and ensure delivery across the full lifecycle from collection to reporting.

You will coordinate with government customers and senior stakeholders, drive proposals, and oversee budgets and schedules; a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required, with advanced degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in digital forensics, cyber investigations, or a closely related technical discipline
• Minimum 10 years of direct people management or team lead experience in an IC or DoD environment
• Demonstrated experience managing forensic operations in support of national intelligence or law enforcement customers
• Experience overseeing the full forensic lifecycle - collection, preservation, examination, analysis, and reporting

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the successful technical, schedule, and cost performance of major programs or multiple programs through subordinate program/project managers, in accordance with contract requirements and company policies.

Job description

Experience

• Minimum 8 yearsof experience in digital forensics, cyber investigations, or a closely related technical discipline
• Minimum 10 yearsof direct people management or team lead experience in an IC or DoD environment
• Demonstrated experience managing forensic operations in support of national intelligence or law enforcement customers
• Experience overseeing the full forensic lifecycle - collection, preservation, examination, analysis, and reporting

Technology Experience

• Proficiency in industry-standard forensic tools and platforms, including but not limited to:
  • EnCase, FTK (Forensic Toolkit), Cellebrite, Magnet AXIOM, X-Ways
  • Volatility or equivalent memory forensics tools
  • Network forensics tools (Wireshark, NetworkMiner, etc.)
• Working knowledge of file systems, operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS), and mobile device forensics
• Familiarity with cloud forensics methodologies and evidence handling in virtualized environments
• Understanding of malware analysis concepts and reverse engineering fundamentals
• Knowledge of chain of custody requirements and forensic evidence handling standards
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop a team of forensic analysts at varying experience levels

Management Experience

• Experience conducting performance reviews, setting goals, and managing personnel actions in coordination with HR
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple concurrent forensic investigations and tasking requests
• Experience interfacing with government customers, COTRs, and senior stakeholders on technical matters
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex forensic findings to both technical and non-technical audiences - including written reports, oral briefings, and formal presentations

Education and Clearance

• Active TS/SCI with polygraph required
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Digital Forensics, Information Technology, or a related field
• Master's degree preferred; equivalent IC experience considered in lieu of advanced degree

Responsible for the successful technical, schedule, and cost performance of a major program, or multiple programs, through subordinate program/project managers, in accordance with contract requirements and company policies, procedures and guidelines. Acquires follow‑on business associated with areas of responsibility and supports new business development by leading major proposals personally, or through subordinate program/project managers. Manages a directorate within a division. Has supervisory and developmental responsibilities within a functional area. The program director manages one or more projects or programs, may manage an operating office, and supervises professional and technical personnel performing in their customary disciplines. Maintains aggressive efforts to achieve objectives. Acts as a technical liaison with vendors. Assists in proposal process and coordinates with Pricing Department when required. Responsible for all phases of the program budget. Performs analysis for contract reviews with various software. Develops Quality Assurance Programs for all products and services. Assign staff and provide technical direction as necessary to complete task. Monitor contract, subcontract, and funding; prepare forecasts of program financial performance. Develop and deliver required contract, departmental, project and/or financial reports.