Program Manager - Cybersecurity

Diligent Consulting Inc; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Diligent Consulting is looking for a Program Manager to lead efforts in cybersecurity and Risk Management Framework for the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Philadelphia. You will manage project execution, oversee a team, and ensure compliance with DoD security policies, contributing directly to national security efforts.

Benefits

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits

Opportunities for professional development and leadership

Collaborative, purpose-driven team culture

Qualifications

• 10+ years of IT program/project management experience.
• Minimum 5 years in cybersecurity/information assurance roles.
• Demonstrated success managing cybersecurity teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead program execution in RMF engineering and vulnerability remediation.
• Coordinate with project stakeholders to deliver complete RMF packages.
• Guide and mentor a geographically distributed cybersecurity team.

Skills

Leadership

Risk Management

Communication

Cybersecurity Governance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Systems Engineering, or related discipline

Job description

Contingent on Award June/July 2025

Diligent Consulting is seeking a skilled and driven Program Manager (PM) to lead cybersecurity and Risk Management Framework (RMF) engineering efforts for the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD). In this leadership role, you will oversee a team of cyber professionals safeguarding Navy systems, ensuring compliance, and supporting warfighter readiness.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary point of contact between the Government and the contractor team.

• Lead program execution in RMF engineering, STIGs, compliance audits, and vulnerability remediation.

• Manage all aspects of project planning, cost control, schedule tracking, and performance monitoring.

• Guide and mentor a geographically distributed cybersecurity team to maintain technical excellence.

• Align cybersecurity execution with DoD and Navy security policies, including NIST SP 800-53, DoDI 8500.01/8510.01, and NAVSEA A&A guidelines.

• Coordinate with ISSMs, Authorizing Officials, and technical leads to deliver complete and accurate RMF packages.

• Promote continuous improvement practices and security innovation across the project lifecycle.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline

• 10+ years of IT program/project management experience

• Minimum 5 years in cybersecurity/information assurance roles

• Experience managing RMF Steps 0–6, STIG implementation, and vulnerability management

• Demonstrated success managing cybersecurity teams and working with DoD stakeholders

• Familiarity with Navy and DoD cybersecurity governance and RMF policies

• Strong communication, leadership, and risk management skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in a technical discipline

• PMP, CISSP, or CISM certifications

• Experience supporting Naval or DoD cybersecurity programs

Clearance:

• Active Secret Clearance required

• Top Secret Clearance preferred

Why Join Us:

• Mission-critical work that directly supports national security

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits

• Opportunities for professional development and leadership

• Collaborative, purpose-driven team culture