Program Manager

GCyber; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave and PTO growth

401(k) matching

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development plans

Parking and transportation allowance

Job summary

GCyber seeks a Senior Program Manager to lead a high-profile Air Force communications program across three network sites and an integration lab. This hybrid role is based at Scott AFB, IL, with on-site work 3-4 days per week and no fully remote option due to security requirements.

The successful candidate will manage contract performance, supervise staff, maintain schedules, and coordinate with Government engineers to prioritize requirements and report status.

Qualifications

• Active DoD TOP SECRET clearance and enrollment in Continuous Vetting.
• PMI PMP certification and DoD 8140/8570 IA baseline certification.
• BA/BS and 10+ years managing DoD IT services programs; contract experience preferred.
• 5+ years as a Program Manager/Task Order Manager with full performance responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary customer point of contact and manage contract across three sites.
• Supervise contract and subcontract personnel and oversee deliverables.
• Manage delivery schedule, monthly status reports, and program reviews.
• Lead technical coordination meetings with government engineers and site personnel.
• Track metrics against performance standards and address issues promptly.
• Act as Property Custodian for government-furnished equipment at all sites.

Skills

Top Secret clearance

PMP certification

DoD 8570 IA baseline

PM leadership

Education

BA/BS or higher

Tools

ITIL v4 Foundation

ServiceNow ITBM

Job description

GCyber is hiring a Senior Program Manager to lead a high-profile Air Force communications program. The Program Manager is responsible for the overall management and performance of the contract across three network sites and a systems integration lab.

This position is hybrid, based at Scott AFB, IL, with an onsite requirement of 3-4 days per week. Given the classified nature of the work, there is no opportunity for fully remote work.

This position is contingent upon contract award.

As the Senior Program Manager, you will:

• Serve as the primary point of contact to the customer and hold responsibility for all contract requirements and performance across three sites.
• Supervise and oversee performance of contract and subcontract personnel.
• Manage the deliverable schedule, including monthly status reports, project status tracking, project checklists, and annual program management reviews.
• Lead recurring technical coordination meetings with Government engineers and site personnel to validate requirements, set priorities, and report project status.
• Track and report program metrics against the contract performance standards, and correct performance issues before they affect service.
• Serve as Property Custodian for Government-furnished equipment at all three sites and maintain accountability in accordance with Air Force IT asset management policy.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• Active DoD TOP SECRET clearance and enrollment in Continuous Vetting
• Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• DoD 8140/8570 IA baseline certification
• BA/BS and 10+ years of experience managing DoD IT services programs. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• 5+ years as a Program Manager or Task Order Manager with full performance responsibility on a contract of similar size and scope.
• Experience managing technical staff at multiple government installations.
• Ability to work onsite at Scott AFB, IL, 3-4 days per week.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Program management experience supporting Air Mobility Command, the 89th Communications Squadron, or Air Force network operations or other Executive Communications mission sets
• ITIL v4 Foundation or higher
• Familiarity with ServiceNow IT Business Management (ITBM) for project and contract management workflows

Our Benefits

GCyber is committed to the well-being and development of every employee. Our benefits are designed to support your personal and professional goals, from health and wellness programs to retirement savings and career development opportunities. Highlights include:

• 26 Days of Paid Leave + Annual PTO Increase
• An extra day of paid leave for every year of employment with GCyber
• Paid Parental Leave
• Additional Leave Allowances for Military Duty, Jury Duty, and Bereavement Leave
• 401(k) Matching
• 100% Company-funded Disability Insurance
• 90% Company-Funded Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, with contributions to insurance benefits for spouses, children, and family members
• Training and Professional Development Plans
• Commuter Benefits Plan
• Parking and Transportation Allowance

Equal Opportunity Employer

GCyber is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means you don't have to worry about whether your application process will be fair. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability.

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