Program Manager

Ignite Digital; Washington; On-site; USD 200,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Education stipend

Referral bonuses

Work with DoD

Volunteer opportunities

Growth & development

Job summary

Ignite Digital is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead a US Navy contractor program at the National Capital Region, onsite. The PM will act as the single Government point of contact and senior SME, overseeing engagements, staffing, budgets, and risk management.

The role requires exceptional leadership, strategic planning, and organizational transformation expertise, with the ability to coordinate across multi‑disciplinary teams and government stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in business, finance, economics, or organizational change.
• Minimum 10 years of program management experience in DON or DoW.
• Current PMP certification (must possess at time of award and maintain).
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.
• Minimum 15 years of consulting with Fortune 500 and government clients on organizational transformation, strategic planning, and human capital initiatives.
• Proven ability to interact with military leadership and C‑suite executives to drive strategic decisions.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead contractor and senior program management expert supporting all program aspects.
• Primary government liaison ensuring seamless coordination and communication.
• Lead engagement planning including vision, work plans, staffing, and financial management.
• Provide SME guidance to implement client‑focused solutions.
• Direct development and rollout of communication plans, training, and change management.

Skills

Program leadership

C-suite interaction

Strategic planning

Organizational change

Effective communication

Education

Master's in business/finance/economics/organizational change

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 technologyexpertisewith 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 toaccomplishmissionobjectives.

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 and highly skilled Program Manager (PM) to lead contractor efforts for a US Navy program. The PM will serve as the lead contractor, senior functional program management expert, and single point of contact for the Government. This role requires onsite support within the National Capital Region and the ability to obtain and retain a TS/SCI clearance. The PM must demonstrate exceptional leadership, communication, strategic planning, and organizational transformation expertise.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the lead contractor and senior program management expert supporting all aspects of the program’s initiative.
• Act as the primary point of contact for the Government, ensuring seamless coordination and communication.
• Lead engagement planning, including developing the engagement vision, mission, work plans, staffing models, and financial management.
• Provide deep subject matter expertise to guide the implementation of client-focused solutions.
• Direct the development and rollout of communication plans, training strategies, and change‑management activities.
• Translate organizational strategy into defined portfolios of programs and projects aligned with strategic objectives.
• Select appropriate tools, techniques, and methodologies to meet client requirements and mitigate risks.
• Investigate complex implementation issues using analytical judgment, experience, and structured problem‑solving.
• Coordinate all contributors, review work products for accuracy and compliance, and ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Ensure all projects are completed within approved timeframes and budget constraints.
• Act as a senior SME on high‑visibility and complex client challenges.
• Provides senior-level guidance for client service delivery and operational execution.
• Leads planning, staffing, financial oversight, and engagement management.
• Develops high-quality methodologies leveraging industry standards and best practices.
• Guides staff in achieving overall engagement goals and outcomes.
• Provides expert direction on complex client issues and implementation challenges.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Master’s degree in business, finance, economics, or organizational change.

• Program leadership experience: Minimum 10 years of program management experience within the Department of the Navy (DON) or Department of War (DoW).

• Certification: Current PMP certification (must possess at time of award and maintain).

• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.

• Minimum 15 years of consulting experience with Fortune 500 commercial clients and government organizations, focused on:

  • Organizational transformation
  • Strategic planning
  • Human capital initiatives

• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with military leadership and C‑suite executives (CEO, COO, CIO, CFO) to drive strategic decision‑making and lead major change programs.

• Proven success in translating strategy into portfolios of programs and projects that achieve defined organizational outcomes.

Salary: $200k+ 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

For individuals who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://bit.ly/2XqZoLM (CA) or https://bit.ly/3Eo922f (SC) or contact Human Resources. Ignite Digital Services will not make any posting or employment decision that does not comply with applicable laws relating to labor and employment, equal employment opportunity, employment eligibility requirements or related matters. Nor will Ignite Digital Services require, in a posting or otherwise, U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency in the U.S. as a condition of employment except as necessary to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or federal, state, or local government contract.

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