National Security Subcontracts Program Lead

Amazon; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 148,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Web Services, Inc. in Northern Virginia is seeking a Program Execution Manager to lead subcontracted cloud programs for the U.S. Intelligence Community and DoD.

You will align priorities, drive execution, and deliver outcomes that matter across government stakeholders and internal teams. The role requires a strong foundation in cloud computing, national security mission requirements, and large-scale program management, with the ability to translate complex technical and operational

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional or military experience.
• 5+ years in program management, workforce strategy development, or metrics-driven decision making experience.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Experience developing strategies that influence leadership decisions at the organizational level.
• Experience managing programs across cross functional teams, building processes and coordinating release schedules.
• Current, active US Government Security Clearance of TS/SCI with Polygraph

Responsibilities

• Manage subcontractor operations across a large, complex program — ensuring seamless integration with prime contract requirements, program milestones, and delivery timelines
• Oversee subcontractor performance, deliverable compliance, and cost/schedule tracking, proactively identifying and mitigating risks
• Develop and maintain program frameworks and documentation — including subcontractor management plans, escalation paths, and accountability structures
• Coordinate across internal teams and subcontractor leadership to maintain strategic alignment and drive execution throughout the program lifecycle
• Lead program reviews and stakeholder engagements to ensure transparency, clear action items, and continuous improvement across all parties
• Evaluate and improve processes, workflows, and delivery mechanisms — embedding lessons learned and exploring AI/automation to streamline operations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Amazon Web Services, Inc. in Northern Virginia is seeking a Program Execution Manager to lead subcontracted cloud programs for the U.S. Intelligence Community and DoD.

You will align priorities, drive execution, and deliver outcomes that matter across government stakeholders and internal teams. The role requires a strong foundation in cloud computing, national security mission requirements, and large-scale program management, with the ability to translate complex technical and operational