Program Manager

Emerging Tech; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology services firm is seeking a seasoned Program Manager for the Department of Veterans Affairs, requiring 10 years of program management experience, particularly in federal environments. The role involves leading cross-functional teams and managing VA-related IT programs, ensuring successful delivery on performance metrics. Candidates should have PMP certification and familiarity with VA operations. The position is hybrid and based in the DC Metropolitan Area, with occasional travel to VA facilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of program management experience in federal IT or mission environments.
• Experience managing a VA-focused program or portfolio of projects with 20+ staff.
• Strong understanding of federal acquisition, governance, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary Program Manager for VA/VHA engagements.
• Lead cross-functional teams in Agile and hybrid delivery environments.
• Manage relationships with teaming partners and technology vendors.

Skills

Program management

Veterans Health Administration experience

Cloud technologies

Cybersecurity

Data analytics

Education

PMP certification

Job description

Position Title: Program Manager – Department of Veterans Affairs (VA/VHA)

About Emerging Tech

Emerging Tech is a mission driven technology services firm and a SDVOSB, 8(a), and HUBZone small business that delivers innovative Healthcare IT, cybersecurity, systems engineering, and digital modernization solutions to federal and public sector customers. We help health, civilian, and defense agencies, as well as commercial organizations, modernize legacy systems, integrate clinical platforms such as Oracle Health, formerly Cerner, improve data interoperability, strengthen security, and enhance user experience through cloud technologies, data analytics, and Agile DevSecOps delivery grounded in sound systems engineering principles. Guided by a culture of service, collaboration, and continuous improvement, Emerging Tech is dedicated to delivering impactful results that improve outcomes for veterans, those who serve the public, the communities they support, and the professionals who deliver critical healthcare and mission services.

Job Overview

Emerging Tech is seeking a seasoned Program Manager with direct experience supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), particularly the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), including familiarity with Electronic Health Record Modernization (EHRM) initiatives and related clinical, technical, and governance environments. This role will lead and manage complex IT and mission-focused programs, serve as a trusted advisor to VA stakeholders, and support business development and capture activities to grow Emerging Tech’s rapidly growing VA portfolio. The ideal candidate brings at least 10 years of program management experience, a strong IT background, familiarity with federal governance processes, and a demonstrated ability to manage both delivery and client relationships in a federal government contracting environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary Program Manager for VA/VHA engagements, ensuring successful delivery on cost, schedule, scope, and quality.
• Lead cross-functional teams in Agile and hybrid delivery environments.
• Develop and maintain program plans, schedules, risk registers, and performance dashboards.
• Manage relationships with teaming partners and technology vendors.
• Interface regularly with Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs), Program Offices, and senior VA leadership.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with VA and VHA stakeholders.
• Facilitate meetings, briefings, and governance reviews.
• Translate mission needs into clear technical and program requirements.
• Proactively identify risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Ensure solutions align with VA enterprise architecture, security, and compliance requirements.
• Support cloud, cybersecurity, data, and application modernization initiatives where applicable.
• Align program outcomes with VHA clinical, operational, and administrative priorities.
• Support Emerging Tech’s VA business development efforts, including identifying opportunities, shaping capture strategy, and contributing to proposals, capability materials, and client discussions.
• Represent Emerging Tech in industry forums, VA working groups, and stakeholder engagements as appropriate.

Qualifications And Skills

• Minimum 10 years of program management experience in federal IT or mission environments, including at least five years supporting the VA.
• Demonstrated experience managing a VA-focused program or portfolio of projects with 20+ staff, coordinating technical, clinical, and operational stakeholders.
• Extensive experience with VHA operations, systems, or initiatives.
• Demonstrated familiarity with VA EHRM, health IT modernization, or related clinical/technical environments.
• Strong understanding of federal acquisition, governance, and compliance.
• Experience leading technical teams in cloud, cybersecurity, data, or application environments.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable briefing senior leaders.
• PMP certification (required).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• U.S. citizenship or eligibility to work on federal contracts.

Location

Hybrid (DC Metropolitan Area preferred and remote) with occasional travel to VA facilities