National Security Deputy Program Manager

US101 Guidehouse Inc.; Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Rx coverage

Dental & Vision

401(k) Plan

Parental Leave

Mobility Stipend

Training & Certifications

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a Deputy Program Manager in the Tysons area to lead Operations Support for a federal law enforcement client. The role requires executive-level oversight of contract activities and coordination with COs, CORs, and agency leadership to ensure mission-aligned performance.

The ideal candidate will have 15+ years of experience, including 10+ years in law enforcement operations, a current SECRET clearance, and a Bachelor’s degree.

Qualifications

• Active and maintained SECRET clearance required.
• 15+ years of professional experience; at least 10 years in law enforcement or law enforcement operations.
• Experience managing federal contracts involving operational support, personnel management, logistics, and performance oversight.
• Experience coordinating with Government leadership, COs/CORs, and other stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication and ability to build relationships across Government and Contractor organizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead Operations Support activities for a federal law enforcement customer and oversee contract execution.
• Serve as primary point of contact for operational matters across the program.
• Support Senior Program Manager in contract implementation, personnel management, logistics, and reporting.
• Coordinate with Government and Contractor teams to meet mission objectives and deliverables.
• Recruitment and deployment support, Government property management, and accountability for operational performance.

Skills

Executive leadership

Program management

Stakeholder communication

Staff management

Operational excellence

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Family

Management Consulting Travel Required: Up to 10% Clearance Required: Active Secret

What You Will Do

We are seeking a Deputy Program Manager to lead Operations Support activities for a federal law enforcement customer in support of critical mission operations. In this senior leadership role, you will provide executive-level management and oversight of operational contract activities, serving as the primary point of contact for operational matters across the program.

You will work closely with Government stakeholders, including the Contracting Officer (CO), Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), and agency leadership, to ensure successful execution of operational support requirements and alignment with mission objectives. The Deputy Program Manager will support the Senior Program Manager in overseeing contract implementation, personnel management, logistics, reporting, and operational performance.

Responsibilities include facilitating communication and coordination between Government and Contractor personnel, supporting workforce recruitment and deployment, managing Government‑furnished property, ensuring delivery of contract‑required reports and deliverables, and maintaining accountability for operational performance. The role requires a collaborative leader who can effectively manage multiple priorities, drive operational excellence, and support mission success within a dynamic law enforcement environment.

What You Will Need

An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance Bachelor's degree.

FIFTEEN (15) or more years of professional experience, including at least TEN (10) years supporting law enforcement personnel or law enforcement operations.

Experience should include, but not limited to: Experience supporting the management and execution of federal contracts involving operational support, personnel management, logistics, and performance oversight. Experience coordinating with Government leadership, Contracting Officers (COs), Contracting Officer's Representatives (CORs), and other key stakeholders.

Demonstrated ability to oversee contract implementation, manage operational priorities, and ensure compliance with contract requirements.

Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships across Government and Contractor organizations.

What Would Be Nice To Have

• Experience supporting Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) or similar federal law enforcement organizations.
• Knowledge of operational support functions within federal law enforcement, intelligence, or homeland security environments.
• Experience supporting workforce deployment, personnel operations, logistics coordination, and operational program execution.
• Familiarity with Government‑furnished property management, contract reporting requirements, and federal program operations.
• Experience working within multi‑agency or interagency law enforcement environments.

What We Offer

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

• Medical
• Rx
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account
• Dental/Vision & Dependent Care
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan PayDown Tuition Reimbursement
• Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.