Program Manager

Systems Planning & Analysis; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Systems Planning & Analysis is hiring a Sr. Program Manager to provide onsite support at the Pentagon. This role involves overseeing personnel management, ensuring the quality of support for clients, and managing contracts. The ideal candidate will have extensive project management experience, an active TS/SCI clearance, and relevant educational qualifications.

The compensation for this role ranges from $150k to $190k, with a robust total compensation package that includes health benefits and retirement savings plans.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of project/program management experience handling DoW or Federal clients.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• 5+ years managing complex, high-value contracts within the DoW or Federal government is desired.

Responsibilities

• Oversee personnel management and interface with government personnel.
• Ensure quality of SPA's support and manage contracts.
• Act as primary relationship manager with SPA clients.

Skills

Project Management

Client Relations

Contract Management

Federal Government Experience

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration, Management, or related field

Tools

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

DAWIA Level III certification

Job description

Overview

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high‑impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of expertise and consistent growth, SPA is known for continuous innovation for our government customers, both in the U.S. and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing results that matter. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

The Joint, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Interagency Division provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of Defense, Federal Civilian, and international markets. JOID offers a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities to help our customers make informed decisions on their most challenging issues.

The Industry and Security Analysis Group (ISAG) within JOID provides analytical, technical, and program support to promote, grow, and protect the U.S. industrial base. ISAG’s work spans the Department of Defense, Department of Commerce, and other agencies to deliver critical decision support to national security leaders.

We have an upcoming need for a Sr. Program Manager to provide onsite support out of the Pentagon.

Responsibilities

The Program Manager will be responsible for overseeing personnel management, interfacing with government personnel to ensure the quality of SPA's support (including at the flag officer and Senior Executive Service level), contract management, and quality control of deliverables produced by SPA and its subcontractors. As the primary relationship manager with SPA clients, the Program Manager must leverage deep knowledge of OSW and SPA processes to anticipate client needs, deliver impactful solutions from SPA and its teammates, and interface with SPA corporate functions to ensure timely support.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field of study
• 7+ years of project/program management experience handling DoW or other Federal clients
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute or a DAWIA Level III certification in Program Management
• Active TS/SCI clearance

Desired Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing complex, high‑value contracts within the DoW or Federal government

Compensation

VA Pay Transparency Salary range: $150k – $190k.

At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc.