Program Manager

DCCA; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Retirement plan

Paid/unpaid leave

Education assistance

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

DCCA is seeking a Program Manager to oversee complex government contracts in the Maryland region. The role requires active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph and extensive program management experience on large-scale programs.

The individual will lead contract execution, coordinate with government counterparts, and maintain program ownership while ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS and DoD policies. Salary is competitive with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.
• Minimum 10 years of program/project management on programs valued $15–25 M per year.
• At least 1 year managing funds using Earned Value Management (EVM) or similar.
• Certified PMP, FAC-P/PM mid-level, or DAWIA Level 2.
• Knowledge of FAR, DFARS, DoD 5000 series, and ICD 801 policies.
• Current TS clearance with SCI eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all contract efforts and serve as primary point of contact for government counterparts.
• Lead execution of the contract, updating stakeholders on progress.
• Interface with government leadership on daily contractor activities and provide programmatic knowledge.
• Maintain ownership of assigned work across the contract.

Skills

Program management

Security clearance

Earned value management

PMP/DAWIA

Government contracting

Education

BS in Computer Science

BS in Engineering

BS in Physical Science

BS in Physics

Management degree

Job description

DCCA is a veteran‑owned IT business specializing in providing innovative solutions to a variety of government agencies and commercial enterprises since 1982. DCCA offers career growth and competitive compensation and benefits.

Program Manager

Candidate must have an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.

Program Overview

DCCA is recruiting candidates to support cutting‑edge research and engineering in the physical sciences for a government research and innovation lab. The contractor will provide world‑class researchers and critical facility, security, administration, networking, and cybersecurity support.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all contract efforts and serve as primary point of contact for government counterparts.
• Lead execution of the contract, updating stakeholders on progress.
• Interface with government leadership on daily contractor activities and provide programmatic knowledge.
• Maintain ownership of assigned work across the contract.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• Minimum 10 years experience as a program/project manager on programs valued $15–25 M per year.
• At least 1 year managing funds using earned value management (EVM) or similar.
• Certified PMP, FAC‑P/PM mid‑level, or DAWIA Level 2.
• Knowledge of FAR, DFARS, DoD 5000 series, and ICD 801 policies.
• Current TS clearance with SCI eligibility.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Experience with NSA, IC, or research organization focused contracts such as DARPA or IARPA.
• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Engineering, Material Science, Physical Science, Physics, or related management degree.
• Knowledge of advanced manufacturing, sensing, advanced computer systems, solid state/quantum information sciences programs.
• Experience with laboratory operations, facility management, and support services.
• Experience with IT network operations, LAN/WAN/Wireless, desktop/server ops, system administration, security architectures.

Salary and Benefits

Proposed salary range: $150,000–$250,000. Benefits include healthcare, retirement plan, paid/unpaid leave, education assistance, wellness initiatives, and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets.