Program Execution Manager, Global National Security Programs

Socket.dev; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 148,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Program Execution Manager based in Northern Virginia to lead mission-critical programs for national security customers, including the U.S. Intelligence Community and DoD.

You will work with engineers and executives, shaping strategy, delivery, and accountability across diverse teams. The role requires a TS/SCI with polygraph clearance, a strong cloud background, and demonstrated program management excellence in high-stakes environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5+ years of professional or military experience.
• Experience presenting to technical and non-technical executive audiences.
• Experience with the Intelligence Community.
• Proficiency with project management tools.
• Current, active US Government Security Clearance of TS/SCI with Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Continuously evaluate program processes and embed lessons learned into SOPs.
• Develop and maintain program documentation across stakeholders.
• Establish and manage program frameworks and accountability structures.
• Coordinate across sales, capture, operations, legal, cybersecurity, solution architects, and software teams.
• Lead program discussions and ensure documented action items.
• Drive stakeholder engagements to build trusted relationships and program transparency.
• Explore AI and automation opportunities to streamline recurring tasks.

Skills

Executive communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

PMP or equivalent

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Are you ready to make a direct impact on national security through the power of cloud and emerging technology? The AWS Global Government Delivery Organization (GGDO) is seeking a driven and experienced Program Execution Manager to help lead mission-critical programs in support of the U.S. Intelligence Community and Department of Defense. This is your opportunity to work at the intersection of innovative technology and the nation's most important missions.

Based in Northern Virginia, you will join an elite team of program management and technical professionals delivering secure, scalable, and mission-driven technology solutions for our national security customers. You'll partner directly with business leaders and government stakeholders to drive program execution, align priorities, and deliver outcomes that matter.

The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in cloud computing, national security mission requirements, and large-scale program management — and knows how to translate complex technical and operational challenges into clear, actionable results. You are equally at home collaborating with engineers as you are briefing senior government executives.

This position requires that the candidate selected be a US Citizen and must currently possess and maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph.

Key job responsibilities

What You'll Do

• 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 — including sales, capture, business operations, legal, cybersecurity, solution architects, and software development — 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, foster open communication, and ensure program transparency
• Champion innovation by exploring AI and automation opportunities to streamline recurring tasks and elevate the team

Who You Are

You are a proactive, mission-driven leader who thrives in fast-paced, high-stakes environments. You bring sharp critical thinking and analytic problem-solving skills, paired with strong business development and executive communication experience within the U.S. Intelligence Community or Department of Defense. You are comfortable with ambiguity, obsessed with customer outcomes, and bring a bias for action to everything you do.

About the team

Diverse Experiences

AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.

Why AWS?

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

Inclusive Team Culture

AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger, more collaborative teams. Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do.

Mentorship & Career Growth

We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

Work/Life Balance

We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture.

We invest in your growth through knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and career development resources. And we believe that achieving excellence at work should never come at the expense of life outside of it — we strive for flexibility and work-life harmony as core parts of our culture.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Experience presenting to both technical and non-technical executive audiences
• 5+ years of professional or military experience
• Experience working with the Intelligence Community
• Proficiency with project management tools
• Current, active US Government Security Clearance of TS/SCI with Polygraph

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience interpreting data and making business recommendations
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification
• Experience with AWS technologies
• Experience managing or supporting Federal Government contracts and procurement frameworks
• Experience managing programs with cross-functional dependencies
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level presentations

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers.

If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

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