Program Manager

General Dynamics IT; Washington (District of Columbia); In loco; USD 157.000 - 213.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

General Dynamics IT is seeking a Program Manager to deliver IT services nationwide, with a base in the DC area. The role requires leadership to modernize operations, drive cloud initiatives, and maintain proactive customer engagement across multiple sites.

The ideal candidate will guide enterprise IT, manage cross-location teams, and communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders while ensuring contractual compliance and high-quality delivery.

Competenze

• 9+ years of related experience leading enterprise IT programs.
• US Citizenship required.
• Proven ability to engage senior customers and deliver strategic, mission-focused support.

Mansioni

• Provide thought leadership and strategic guidance to modernize IT operations, emphasize cloud adoption.
• Set objectives supporting enterprise IT operations per customer goals and contracts.
• Build senior-level customer relationships; be primary contact for the program.
• Manage and develop personnel ensuring high-quality delivery across IT disciplines.
• Lead planning and execution of enterprise IT services including network, systems, help desk.
• Oversee multiple projects across dispersed teams, aligned with mission needs.
• Drive performance management, quality control, and service improvements.
• Identify opportunities for operational efficiency and modernization.
• Translate complex tech concepts for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Assign schedules, enforce standards, ensure staffing and resources align with goals.

Conoscenze

Business Development

Continuous Improvement

IT Program Management

Planning

Strategy

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Descrizione del lavoro

Type of Requisition

Pipeline

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess

None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain

None

Public Trust/Other Required

None

Job Family

Program Delivery and Execution

Job Qualifications

Skills: Business Development, Continuous Improvement, IT Program Management, Planning, strategy Certifications: None Experience: 9 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: Yes

Job Description

Program Manager is a strategic and customer-focused leader responsible for delivering IT services across multiple sites nationwide. This position requires a forward-thinking professional who brings thought leadership, drives modernization, including cloud-focused initiatives, and strengthens the customer mission through proactive engagement and partnership.

The ideal candidate is a change agent with a strong command of enterprise IT operations, including network infrastructure, systems administration, service desk, end-user support, and project delivery. This role oversees a large, multi-disciplinary team operating from several locations across the United States, with program based in the DC Metro area. Outstanding communication skills, a strong customer-service mindset, and the ability to balance multiple priorities in a dynamic environment are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide thought leadership and strategic guidance to advance the customer mission, with a strong focus on modernization, cloud adoption, and continuous improvement.
• Establish and implement objectives supporting enterprise IT operations in accordance with customer goals, contractual requirements, and company policies.
• Build and maintain strong senior-level customer relationships; serve as the primary point of contact for all program activities.
• Manage and develop personnel while ensuring high-quality, timely delivery of all contractual requirements across multiple IT disciplines.
• Lead planning, coordination, and execution of enterprise IT services, including network, systems, help desk, end-user support, and project management.
• Oversee multiple projects across geographically dispersed teams, ensuring alignment with mission needs and operational standards.
• Drive performance management, quality control, and continuous service improvement.
• Identify opportunities for operational efficiency, modernization, and improved IT metrics and reporting.
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear communication for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Formulate and enforce work standards, assign schedules, resolve discrepancies, and maintain alignment with organizational procedures and goals. Operate within client guidance, contractual limits, and company policies while ensuring resources-staffing, tools, and facilities-are properly aligned for success.
• Provide technical insight and problem resolution support to teams across all locations.

Requirements

• US Citizen
• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Minimum of 10 years of experience leading enterprise IT operations or multi-functional technical teams
• Demonstrated experience engaging senior customers and delivering strategic, mission-focused support
• Proven ability to drive modernization, cloud initiatives, and process improvement
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Experience managing teams across multiple locations preferred
• Full-time on-site in Washington, DC
• TS/Q clearance

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities

Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals

Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off

Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore a career in program management at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for the mission and delivering results.

Salary Range

The likely salary range for this position is $157,250 - $212,750. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Work Details

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Travel Required: 10-25%

T elecommuting Options: Onsite

Work Location: USA DC Washington

Total Rewards at GDIT

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, pai