Program Manager - ACWS

Socket.dev; Fort Dix (NJ); On-site; USD 165,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Program/Contract Manager to lead program execution across integrated teams at Fort Dix, NJ. You will oversee planning, staffing, scheduling, risk management, and customer communications to ensure delivery aligns with mission priorities.

Ideal candidates have 10–15 years in DoD-acquisition programs, with Agile/DevSecOps experience, cloud knowledge (AWS/Azure/Google Cloud), and enterprise system integration. Security clearances and related credentials may be required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a business or technical field is required.
• Experience managing complex federal IT programs with multiple workstreams and cross-functional teams.
• 10–15 years of program management experience supporting DoD acquisition programs, including complex federal IT delivery, multi-team Agile execution, DevSecOps practices, stakeholder coordination, risk management, and enterprise system integration.
• Ability to oversee program planning, staffing, schedule performance, risk and issue management, and customer communications.
• Knowledge of Agile software delivery, release coordination, and production sustainment.
• Experience supporting cloud environments, with knowledge of AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.
• Experience tracking program metrics, managing priorities, and driving execution in support of enterprise mission systems.
• PMI/SAFe/DAWIA level credentials or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall program execution across integrated workstreams.
• Oversee planning, staffing, schedules, risks, and issues while ensuring staff continuity and compliance.
• Coordinate with Government stakeholders and internal team leads.
• Lead project management, transition planning, milestone tracking, and communication of risks/challenges.
• Track performance, priorities, and delivery outcomes.
• Support governance, reporting, and continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Program management

DoD acquisition

Agile/DevSecOps

Risk management

Stakeholder coordination

Cloud environments (AWS/Azure/GCP)

AI concepts

Communication

Team leadership

Enterprise system integration

Education

Master's degree in business or technical field

Tools

Microsoft Copilot

Appian

Job description

All hired employees are expected to have experience with Microsoft Copilot and / or an approved equivalent AI solution.

Program/Contract Manager Summary

Leads program execution and is accountable for overall work performance, including integrated team oversight, customer engagement, planning, staffing, risk and issue management, and performance monitoring to keep delivery aligned with mission priorities, schedule goals, and operational outcomes.

Required Skills

• Master's degree in a business or technical field (e.g., MBA, M.S. in Management or Engineering).
• Experience managing complex federal IT programs with multiple integrated workstreams and cross-functional teams
• 10–15 years of program management experience supporting DoD acquisition programs, including complex federal IT delivery, multi-team Agile execution, DevSecOps practices, stakeholder coordination, risk management, and enterprise system integration
• Ability to oversee program planning, staffing, schedule performance, risk and issue management, and customer communications
• Knowledge of Agile software delivery, release coordination, and production sustainment
• Experience supporting cloud environments, with knowledge of common platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
• Experience tracking program metrics, managing priorities, and driving execution in support of enterprise mission systems
• Project Management Professional (PMP), SAFe® Agilist (SA) or SAFe® Program Consultant (SPC), DAWIA Level III in Program Management (or equivalent).
• Working knowledge of AI concepts and practical applications

Desired Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting Army or DoD contracting systems, Appian-based delivery, and continuous improvement in a multi-organization environment is highly desired
• Comp Tia Sec+ certification
• Appian or low-code platform program delivery experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage overall program execution across integrated workstreams
• Oversee planning, staffing, schedules, risks, and issues while ensuring staff continuity, workforce readiness, and compliance
• Coordinate with Government stakeholders and internal team leads
• Lead project management, transition planning, milestone tracking, and communication of risks/challenges
• Track performance, priorities, and delivery outcomes
• Support governance, reporting, and continuous improvement activities

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DSA - Salary Pay Range

$165,000 — $175,000 USD

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