Microsoft DoD Program Manager

Procentrix; Washington; On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking a DoD Program Manager in the Washington Metro Area. The role involves providing strategic leadership for DoD contracts, managing relationships with Microsoft teams, and ensuring successful project execution. Candidates must have 10-15 years of IT leadership experience primarily with DoD Systems Integrators, a strong understanding of DoD standards, and an active DoD clearance. This position offers a competitive salary in the range of $150K - $180K annually.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of IT leadership experience with DoD Systems Integrator.
• Strong knowledge of DoD standards and operating environments.
• Proven track record in managing Microsoft projects.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical authority for major DoD programs.
• Oversee the full SDLC for large-scale IT deployments.
• Manage the relationship with Microsoft product development and support.

Skills

IT leadership experience

Microsoft solutions in IL4/5/6 environments

Agile project management

Exceptional communication skills

Active DoD secret or higher clearance

Education

PMP or Program Management Professional (PgMP)

DoD 8570/8140 IAM Level III certification

Job description

The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience from a Large DoD Systems Integrator working closely with Microsoft product and support teams to successfully deliver for DoD customers. The DoD program Manager will provide direct customer engagement and leadership for DoD contracts and support the growth team to continue to build a Microsoft focused DoD portfolio of work. Responsibilities include:

• Strategic Leadership: Serve as the primary technical authority for major DoD programs, ensuring alignment between technological solutions and the client’s mission objectives.
• Program Execution: Oversee the full SDLC for large-scale IT deployments, including cloud migration, cybersecurity hardening, and enterprise architecture.
• Microsoft Relationship Management: Manage the relationship with Microsoft product development, engineering, and support teams to optimize Microsoft support to our DoD customers.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the technical liaison to DoD senior leadership, providing transparent reporting on project milestones, technical risks, and resource allocation.
• Solution Architecture: Drive the design of scalable, interoperable systems that comply with DoDAFstandards while coordinating with solution architects within the company.

The projected compensation range for this position is $150K - $180K annualized (USD). The final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is determined by various factors, including but not limited to the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as internal pay equity, location, contract-specific affordability and other organizational requirements.

Required Skills

• 10-15 years of IT leadership experience, mostly with a Large DoD Systems Integrator and focus on Microsoft-based contracts
• Led multiple Microsoft focused projects for Department of Defense customers
• Experience supporting Microsoft solutions in IL4/5/6 environments
• Strong knowledge of DoD standards and operating environments
• Proven track record in managing Microsoft projects following Agile methodologies
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical requirements into executive-level briefs.
• Experience as the primary interface to senior DoD officials
• Active DoD secret or higher clearance
• Ability to work in the Washington Metro Area
• PMP or Program Management Professional (PgMP)
• DoD 8570/8140 IAM Level III certification (e.g., CISSP or CISM)

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