Program Manager Security & Adjudicative Support Services – TS/SCI w/FSP

VMD Corp; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Xcelerate Solutions, headquartered in McLean, VA, seeks a Program Manager for Security & Adjudicative Support Services to lead a complex intelligence community program. You will direct program activities, manage risk, and coordinate with the COTR, government stakeholders, and contract personnel.

The role requires active TS/SCI with Full Scope Poly; you will guide PMPs, ensure performance, and drive cost efficiencies while maintaining compliance with ICD 704 and PMP requirements.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• Bachelor's degree or 6+ years PM experience in a similar scope.
• Knowledge of ICD 704 regulations and adjudication process.
• Experience in risk management and ITIL-based incident reporting.
• Ability to lead diverse teams and brief senior officials.
• Experience with personnel security clearance actions and investigations.
• Familiarity with personnel security tools such as Scattered Castles, iSTARS, STARgate, DISS.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct all program activities per PMP.
• Lead monthly PMRs (CDRL-006) with COTR and CO.
• Deliver SOW requirements per PMP with emphasis on efficiency and quality.
• Serve as primary liaison for COTR on contracts, security, and invoicing.
• Maximize cost reductions and minimize invoicing delays.
• Identify cost-saving tools and process improvements; present proposals.
• Manage preparation and submission of all CDRL deliveries.
• Oversee contractor personnel and pre-empt potential issues.
• Coordinate with Task Managers for scheduling and training needs.
• Ensure tasks meet deadlines and follow Government guidance.

Skills

Active TS/SCI clearance

Program management

Risk management

ITIL incident reporting

Leadership

Security adjudication

Education

Bachelor's degree

High school diploma with 6+ years PM exp

Tools

Scattered Castles

iSTARS

STARgate

DISS

Job description

Program Manager – Security & Adjudicative Support Services

The Program Manager serves as the primary leader for a high-volume, high-complexity security and adjudication program for the Intelligence Community. The PM is the principal liaison between the Contractor and the Government, reporting directly to the Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative (COTR). This role requires a hands-on leader capable of managing personnel, financials, and performance quality while ensuring strict adherence to the Statement of Work (SOW) and Program Management Plan (PMP).

Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI w Full Scope Polygraph

Location: Norther Virginia Area

Responsibilities

• Operational Control: Plan, organize, and direct all activities. Ensure requirements are delivered IAW the Program Management Plan (PMP) with a focus on efficiency, timeliness, and quality.
• Program Management Reviews (PMR): Lead monthly PMRs (CDRL-006) to discuss performance, status reports, and contract topics with the COTR and CO.
• Delivery Management: Ensure all SOW requirements are delivered in accordance with the Program Management Plan (PMP), prioritizing efficiency, timeliness, and quality.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact for the COTR regarding all aspects of contract management, performance, personnel security, and invoicing.
• Cost Control: Maximize cost reduction opportunities and minimize delays between cost incurrence and invoicing (ensuring minimal accrual and accurate billing).
• Cost Efficiencies: Actively identify and recommend automated tools, process improvements, or SOP changes that reduce costs or increase efficiency. Submit cost-analysis proposals for these improvements to the CO/COTR.
• Reporting: Manage the preparation and submission of all Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliveries.
• Staff Management: Provide full oversight and monitoring of contractor personnel, ensuring they are qualified and that potential personnel problems are pre-empted.
• Task Coordination: Consult with Task Managers for problem resolution, task scheduling, resource allocation, and training needs.
• Performance Standards: Ensure tasking guidance from the Government is unambiguous and that all tasks are completed within established deadlines.

Minimum Requirements

• Active TS/SCI w/ FSP
• Bachelors Degree 3+ years as a Program Manager for a program similar technical scope and complexity; or High School Diploma 6+ years serving as a Program Manager and Technical lead for a program of similar technical scope and complexity
• Knowledge of ICD 704 regulations and the clearance adjudication process.
• Experience developing risk management plans and ITIL-based incident reporting systems.
• Advanced ability to lead diverse teams and brief senior Government officials.
• Experience with personnel security clearance actions to include adjudication of initial applicants, industrial contractors and periodic reinvestigations of staff employees, detailees and industrial contractors.
• Familiarity with personnel security tools (ex. Scattered Castles, iSTARS, STARgate, DISS)

About Xcelerate Solutions

Founded in 2009 and headquartered in McLean, VA, Xcelerate Solutions (www.xceleratesolutions.com) is one of America’s fastest-growing companies. Xcelerate’s culture is defined by our diversified workforce of dynamic and versatile professionals, supported with growth and development opportunities that contribute to individual and company growth. This strong commitment to our employees has been recognized by our inclusion on the Washington Business Journal’s “50 Best Places to Work” list as well as being a “Great Place to Work” certified company with a 4.6 star, and a 99% CEO approval Glassdoor rating. Come find out why Xcelerate Solutions is one of the top DC Metro employers!

Xcelerate Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, equal pay, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or expression of another protected characteristic. As part of this commitment to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals, Xcelerate provides reasonable accommodation if needed because of an applicant’s or an employee’s disability. Pay Transparency Notice: Xcelerate Solutions will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.