Program Manager (Remote)

GovCIO; Nashville (TN); Remote; USD 145,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Corporate Discounts

Learning & Development platform

Training, Education and Certification

Job summary

GovCIO is seeking a seasoned Program Manager to lead a large, complex, high-visibility VA program. This fully remote role requires executive-level communication, strong stakeholder management, and proven delivery of results within government environments.

You will oversee budgets, risk management, and large, distributed teams, interfacing with senior government stakeholders and coordinating with contracts, finance, and business development to align objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 12+ years of relevant experience.
• 10+ years in program or project management, 5+ years leading large federal IT programs.
• Direct VA experience and knowledge of VA structures and stakeholders.
• Experience managing large-scale programs with budgets, teams and subcontractors.
• Proven success with demanding federal clients and high-stakes stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of federal contracting, finance, and performance accountability.
• Executive presence, negotiation and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to lead geographically dispersed teams and deliver measurable outcomes.
• Bachelor's degree in business, information technology, management, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for program execution, delivery performance, staffing, and customer satisfaction.
• Manage large multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors on federal IT programs.
• Interface with senior government stakeholders and manage relationships.
• Identify and resolve program risks, performance concerns, and contractual issues.
• Drive accountability across delivery teams and ensure milestones and commitments are met.
• Oversee program budgets, labor utilization, forecasting and staffing plans.
• Collaborate with leadership, contracts, finance, and business development to align execution with priorities.
• Lead executive briefings, program reviews, and customer communications.

Skills

Program management

Executive communication

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Budget management

Team leadership

Federal contracting knowledge

VA program experience

Contract administration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

United States

Suitability/Public Trust

Fully remote

Project/Program Management

Overview

GovCIO is seeking a seasoned, results-driven seasoned Program Manager to lead a large, complex, high-visibility program supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This role requires an experienced leader who thrives in demanding client environments, navigates complex stakeholder relationships, and consistently delivers results under pressure.

The ideal candidate brings strong federal program management experience, exceptional executive communication skills, sound business judgment, and a demonstrated ability to lead large, distributed teams. Prior VA experience is strongly preferred. This position is fully remote located withing the United States.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and accountability for program execution, delivery performance, financial management, staffing, and customer satisfaction.
• Manage large, multidisciplinary teams and subcontractor partners supporting complex federal IT and transformation initiatives.
• Serve as the primary interface with senior government stakeholders, building trusted relationships and effectively navigating challenging customer dynamics.
• Proactively identify, elevate, and resolve program risks, performance concerns, and contractual issues.
• Drive accountability across delivery teams, ensuring timely execution of milestones, deliverables, and contractual commitments.
• Oversee program budgets, labor utilization, forecasting, staffing plans, and financial performance.
• Collaborate with corporate leadership, contracts, finance, and business development teams to align program execution with customer priorities and business objectives.
• Lead executive-level briefings, program reviews, and customer communications with professionalism, transparency, and confidence.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree and 12+ years of relevant experience. Commensurate experience may be substituted for degree.
• 10+ years of program or project management experience, including at least 5 years leading large, complex federal IT programs.
• Direct experience supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), with demonstrated knowledge of VA organizational structures, stakeholder environments, and program delivery expectations.
• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale programs with significant budgets, multidisciplinary teams, and multiple subcontractors.
• Proven success managing demanding federal clients and high-stakes stakeholder relationships.
• Strong understanding of federal contracting, contract execution, financial management, and performance accountability.
• Exceptional executive presence, communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions, manage competing priorities, and resolve complex delivery challenges in fast-paced environments.
• Experience leading geographically dispersed teams and driving measurable program outcomes.
• Bachelor's degree in business, information technology, management, or a related discipline.

Clearance Required: Ability to obtain and maintain a Suitability/Public Trust clearance.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience supporting multiple VA administrations or enterprise-level VA initiatives.
• Established relationships with senior VA government stakeholders.
• Experience supporting enterprise modernization, digital transformation, or large-scale federal technology initiatives.
• Experience managing Time & Materials (T&M) contracts, subcontractor performance, and complex labor-based delivery models.
• Experience navigating politically sensitive or high-visibility federal initiatives.

Posted Salary Range

USD $145,000.00 - USD $152,000.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here's what you can expect:

• During the Interview Process
• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
• Camera must be on
• A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview
• During the Hiring Process
• Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening
• Background check, to include:
• Criminal history (past 7 years)
• Verification of your highest level of education
• Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate Discounts
• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content
• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*
• Referral Bonus Program
• Internal Mobility Program
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full-time employees

Our employees' unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.