Program Manager

Ignite Digital Federal Services; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

PTO

Education stipends

Referral bonuses

Challenging work with U.S. federal gov

Volunteer/community engagement

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Ignite Digital is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead a major U.S. Navy data initiative in the Norfolk, VA area.

This role oversees planning, execution, and delivery of data analytics, visualization, and governance programs, serving as the primary Government liaison. The position manages resources, timelines, budgets, risks, and performance metrics, ensuring alignment with the Navy's data strategy and governing principles while overseeing contract and project budgets and reporting to

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in program or project management focusing on data analytics programs.
• Experience managing complex data analytics initiatives with multiple projects and stakeholders.
• Hands-on experience with data analytics technologies and platforms (SQL, Python, R, Tableau, Power BI, AWS/Azure/GCP).

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of data analytics, visualization, and governance programs.
• Serve as Government's primary point of contact for the data analytics program.
• Oversee multiple related data projects to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
• Manage program resources, timelines, budgets, risks, and performance metrics.
• Oversee the contract budget and all project budgets and milestones.
• Ensure activities align with data strategy and governance principles.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams for cohesive delivery.
• Provide regular updates to Navy stakeholders and leadership.

Skills

Program management

Data analytics

Stakeholder management

SQL

Python

Tableau/Power BI

Budgeting

Risk management

Govt contracting

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Ignite Digital enables national security agencies to accelerate decisions, elevate operational outcomes and achieve the outsized performance only an inside partner can deliver.

We combine mission experience, domain knowledge and technology expertise with the things partners can only know by being there every day. When agencies need a combination of tech and touch, Ignite Digital creates outcome-driving partnerships and stands with agencies to accomplish mission objectives.

Ignite Digital accelerates capability to the speed of every mission, deploying intelligent solutions and AI integration for faster, better transformation. Ignite delivers partnership beyond presentations to inspire the confidence to lead in a digital-forward world.

Ignite Digital. The Edge from Within.

Perks of Working at Ignite Digital:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including PTO
• Education stipends and referral bonuses
• Compelling work with the U.S. federal government
• Strong emphasis on volunteer and community engagement
• Opportunity to shape the future of our industry
• Supportive colleagues and management who invest in your growth

Ignite Digital is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead a major U.S. Navy data-focused initiative in the Norfolk, VA area. This individual will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of complex programs involving data analytics, data visualization, and data governance. The Program Manager will serve as the primary point of contact for Government stakeholders and ensure all projects‑spanning multiple interconnected data efforts‑are executed effectively, on time, and within budget.

The role requires managing resources, risks, timelines, and budgets across the entire program, while ensuring all activities align with the Navy's data strategy and mission goals. This includes oversight of the overall contract budget and all subordinate project budgets and milestones.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the overall planning, execution, and delivery of data analytics, visualization, and governance programs.
• Serve as the Government's primary point of contact for all aspects of the data analytics program.
• Oversee multiple related data projects to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
• Manage program resources, timelines, budgets, risks, and performance metrics.
• Oversee the overall contract budget and all individual project budgets and milestones.
• Ensure all project efforts align with the organization's data strategy and governance principles.
• Coordinate with cross-functional technical, analytics, and governance teams to ensure cohesive program delivery.
• Provide regular updates and reporting to Navy stakeholders and internal leadership.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in program or project management, with a focus on data analytics programs.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex data analytics initiatives with multiple projects and stakeholders.
• Hands‑on experience with data analytics technologies and platforms (SQL, Python, R, Tableau, Power BI, and cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Experience with data warehousing, data mining, and machine learning techniques.
• Experience with data governance, data quality management, and enterprise data principles.
• Experience supporting or managing Government clients and mission‑driven programs.

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.

Security Clearance:

• Active DoW SECRET clearance required.

Salary:

• $120k+ to align with education and experience.

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Ignite Digital is a Small Business committed to providing exceptional service to government agencies at competitive prices. The capabilities and experience of our staff and our extensive industry relationships distinguish Ignite Digital Services among government contractors.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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