Mission-Critical National Security Program Lead

Amazon; Arlington, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Web Services, Inc. in Northern Virginia seeks a Program Execution Manager to lead mission-critical programs for the U.S. Intelligence Community and DoD, delivering secure cloud solutions.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, drive program execution, and translate complex technical challenges into clear actions. Based in Northern Virginia, you will partner with leaders and stakeholders to align priorities and deliver results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements.
• Experience in written and verbal communication with technical and non-technical audiences, including senior leadership.
• 3+ years of relevant professional or military experience.
• Knowledge of project management tools and software.
• Experience working with the Intelligence Community.
• Current, active US Government Security Clearance of TS/SCI with Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Continuously evaluate program processes, workflows, and delivery mechanisms to identify inefficiencies, implement improvements, and embed lessons learned into standard operating practices.
• Develop and maintain program documentation that ensures consistency and clarity in how programs are understood and executed across all stakeholders.
• Establish and manage program frameworks, including decision-making processes, escalation paths, and accountability structures.
• Coordinate across diverse teams to maintain strategic alignment and drive accountability throughout the program lifecycle.
• Lead program discussions and ensure outcomes are clearly documented and actioned across teams.
• Drive recurring stakeholder engagements to build trusted relationships and ensure program transparency.
• Champion innovation by exploring AI and automation opportunities to streamline recurring tasks.

Skills

Data-driven decision making

Strong communication

Experience with Intelligence Community

Program management experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Project management tools

Security clearance TS/SCI with Polygraph

Job description

Amazon Web Services, Inc. in Northern Virginia seeks a Program Execution Manager to lead mission-critical programs for the U.S. Intelligence Community and DoD, delivering secure cloud solutions.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, drive program execution, and translate complex technical challenges into clear actions. Based in Northern Virginia, you will partner with leaders and stakeholders to align priorities and deliver results.