Program Manager - AWS Cloud Managed Service

Credence; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Job summary

A leading cloud innovations firm is seeking a Program Manager to oversee AWS Cloud Managed Services for mission-critical operations. The role demands strategic leadership and deep technical understanding in a secure environment, managing multimillion-dollar programs while ensuring compliance and operational excellence. Candidates should have relevant degrees, certifications, and extensive experience in program management and IT leadership. This position provides an opportunity to drive innovation in cloud operations supporting national defense efforts.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in program management.
• 10+ years of leadership experience in IT or consulting.
• Proven experience managing complex AWS IL-5 workloads.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for mission-critical AWS IL-5 cloud programs.
• Manage operations teams delivering secure managed services.
• Serve as the primary customer interface for program performance.

Skills

AWS Cloud Managed Services

SRE 2.0

AI/ML Integration

Program Financial Management

Security Compliance

Stakeholder Engagement

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline

Project Management certification (PMP or equivalent)

AWS Certification (Associate)

ITIL 4 Foundation

Job description

Program Manager - AWS Cloud Managed Service

Base pay range

$180,000.00/yr - $210,000.00/yr

Overview

Join a team where innovation meets mission. Our AI, cloud, cyber, and modernization solutions save agencies thousands of hours, safeguard national security, and strengthen health and humanitarian missions worldwide. With 1,700+ team members, 1,500+ AI/data experts, and 100+ prime contracts, we deliver at scale and with purpose.

Position Summary

Credence has an immediate need for an exceptionally skilled and highly technical Program Manager to lead a large, dynamic team supporting Department of War (DoW) mission‑critical workloads operating within a multi‑tenant AWS IL‑5 environments. This role involves oversight of secure, continuous operations in a 24x7x365 managed services setting, ensuring resilience, compliance, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise with strategic leadership to drive transformation and innovation in SRE 2.0, AI Software Factory, Agentic AI, AIOps, and FinOps, advancing the state of managed cloud operations for defense clients. You will be accountable for a multi‑million‑dollar program, supporting some of the DoW’s most critical and secure workloads.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed below

• Provide overall leadership, direction, and oversight for large‑scale, mission‑critical AWS IL‑5 cloud programs supporting DoW operations
• Manage 24x7x365 operations teams delivering high‑availability, compliant, and secure managed services across multiple cloud environments
• Serve as the primary customer interface, providing clear, proactive communication on program performance, risks, and technical strategy
• Lead multidisciplinary teams of engineers, architects, SecOps and DevSecOps professionals ensuring operational continuity and performance
• Drive innovation through adoption of modern practices including SRE 2.0, AI/ML‑driven automation, Agentic AI, AIOps, SecOps and FinOps for intelligent cost and performance management
• Establish and maintain robust program governance and organizational structures for effective contract and personnel management
• Implement and provide continuous improvement initiatives on Operations management including matured Observability practices
• Champion continuous improvement and transformation initiatives across cloud infrastructure and operations teams
• Interface directly with government PMOs and mission stakeholders

Core Competencies

• Cloud Managed Services IL‑5 (AWS, OCI, GCP, Azure)
• SRE 2.0 / DevSecOps / CI‑CD Automation
• AI/ML Integration & AIOps Implementation
• Program Financial Management & FinOps
• 24x7 Mission Operations Leadership, Operations Management (ITSM)
• Security Compliance (FedRAMP, NIST 800‑53, DoD SRG)
• Stakeholder & Executive Engagement
• Risk, Performance, and Change Management

Minimum Requirements

• Applicants must be U.S. citizens and capable of obtaining a DoD Secret clearance (minimum IT‑II / Tier 3). Candidates with an active clearance are strongly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a technical discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems)
• Project or Program Management certification – PMP or equivalent
• AWS Certification (Associate required; Professional preferred)
• ITIL 4 Foundation required
• Knowledge of CMMI processes and best practices
• 5+ years of experience in program management
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in IT or consulting within the public or private sector
• Proven experience managing complex AWS IL‑5 workloads under a Managed Services Provider (MSP) model
• Experience leading 24x7x365 operations teams supporting critical infrastructure and cloud services
• Exceptional oral, written, and presentation skills for executive and client‑facing engagements

Preferred Qualifications

• Multi‑cloud expertise (e.g., AWS, OCI, GCP) with emphasis on secure, compliant IL‑5+ operations
• Experience with enterprise cloud transformation, automation, and operational resilience across heterogeneous environments
• Strong background in AI‑driven DevSecOps, Software Factory models, and AIOps for proactive operations and optimization

Why Join Credence

At Credence, you will lead innovation at the intersection of cloud, AI, and national defense, managing DoW‑critical workloads that enable mission success and operational superiority. You will help drive readiness, resilience, and decision advantage through secure, intelligent cloud operations that empower the warfighter.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources