Program Manager

Unissant; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Unissant, Inc. seeks a Program Manager (PM) to join our team and support a federal analytics program.

You will serve as the principal liaison with client leadership, oversee project execution, scope, and schedules to ensure timely delivery of analytic products and services aligned with mission priorities. The ideal candidate has 8–12 years of progressive program management experience, with a background in data analytics, BI visualization, and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of progressive experience in program/project management, preferably supporting federal agencies, law-enforcement, or national security programs.
• Demonstrated experience managing multidisciplinary analytic or technical teams in a complex, mission-critical environment.
• Strong understanding of data analytics, BI/visualization, or investigative support programs sufficient to oversee technical deliverables and communicate with stakeholders.
• Proven track record in stakeholder engagement, status reporting, and executive-level communication.
• Experience with standard project management methodologies, tools, and performance metrics.
• Ability to balance strategic priorities with day-to-day operational demands in a high-tempo environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison with client leadership for all aspects of the analytics program.
• Oversee project execution, scope, and schedules to ensure timely delivery of analytic products and services aligned with mission priorities.
• Manage performance, quality control, and risk across the data analytics team, ensuring high standards of accuracy, confidentiality, and responsiveness.
• Coordinate deliverables, reporting, and communication among data SMEs, senior analysts, visualization developers, and client stakeholders.
• Support resource planning, staffing, and continuous improvement of analytic processes and workflows.
• Facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration between analytic, investigative, and operational teams to streamline the investigative cycle and enhance mission outcomes.

Skills

Team leadership

Data analytics

Stakeholder communication

PM methodologies

BI/Visualization

Operational management

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA preferred

Job description

Unissant, Inc. delivers innovative capabilities to the agencies that keep our nation healthy and safe. We apply our domain expertise, data acumen, and technology know-how to achieve breakthrough results for our clients. Working collaboratively, we advance missions and careers through a focus on honesty, integrity, and dependability. We continuously look for talent, excited to join that effort. To learn more about our exciting organization, please visit us at www.unissant.com .

We are seeking a Program Manager (PM) to join our team and support our client.

The ideal candidate will serve as the principal liaison with HSI, NTC-I, HSTFs, and other leadership, overseeing project execution, performance, and quality control for an advanced analytics program supporting data-driven enforcement operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact and liaison with HSI, NTC-I, HSTFs, and other client leadership for all aspects of the analytics program.
• Oversee project execution, scope, and schedules to ensure timely delivery of analytic products and services aligned with mission priorities.
• Manage performance, quality control, and risk across the data analytics team, ensuring high standards of accuracy, confidentiality, and responsiveness.
• Coordinate deliverables, reporting, and communication among HSI Data SMEs, Senior Advanced Data Analysts, Senior Data Visualization Developers, and client stakeholders.
• Support resource planning, staffing, and continuous improvement of analytic processes and workflows.
• Facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration between analytic, investigative, and operational teams to streamline the investigative cycle and enhance mission outcomes.

Work Experience and Job Skills

• Minimum 8–12 years of progressive experience in program or project management, preferably supporting federal agencies, law-enforcement, or national security programs.
• Demonstrated experience managing multidisciplinary analytic or technical teams in a complex, mission-critical environment.
• Strong understanding of data analytics, BI/visualization, or investigative support programs sufficient to effectively oversee technical deliverables and communicate with stakeholders.
• Proven track record in stakeholder engagement, status reporting, and executive-level communication.
• Experience with standard project management methodologies, tools, and performance metrics.
• Ability to balance strategic priorities with day-to-day operational demands in a high-tempo environment.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree is required. Preferred field of study in Business Administration, Public Administration, Information Systems, Operations Management, or related field of study.
• MBA/Master's Degree in a relevant field of study preferred.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

• Project management certifications (e.g., PMP, PgMP, Agile certifications) are preferred.

Communication Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present proposals, performance data, and program status to senior leadership.
• Ability to write clear and concise program documentation and communications in a highly confidential environment.

Clearance Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain a clearance is required.

Travel

• Some travel may be required to meet with client leadership, field offices, and other partners.
• Mainly a routine office environment.
• May be required to lift up to ten (10) pounds.
• Flexible in working extended hours.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Unissant management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, where applicable and available, reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of this position.

Please note: Candidate(s) will be required to go through pre-employment screening.

Unissant, Inc. is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer! (EOE; M/F/Disability/Vets)