Program Operations III

CACI International Inc; Aberdeen (AR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible time off

Learning resources access

Competitive benefits

Job summary

CACI International Inc in the United States is seeking a Program Operations III to support the Program Manager by overseeing day-to-day operations, deliverable tracking, and cross-functional coordination for DoD mission systems. You will manage CDRLs, training, travel planning, and PMO reporting while collaborating with technical and functional teams to resolve issues and keep programs on schedule.

Ideal candidates will have an Active Secret clearance, 5+ years in program operations, and

Qualifications

• Active Secret security clearance is required.
• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of related professional experience in program/project operations support.
• Experience supporting program business and functional operations.
• Demonstrated experience tracking deliverables, schedules, and status reporting.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks and priorities.
• Experience coordinating training schedules and tracking completion requirements.
• Experience coordinating and processing travel arrangements and related documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with technical and functional teams.
• Ability to work independently with general supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and facilitate resolution of operational issues.

Responsibilities

• Support the Program Manager in day-to-day program operations, including scheduling, resource coordination, and status tracking.
• Maintain CDRL tracking logs, monitor submission timelines, and coordinate quality reviews to ensure all deliverables meet contractual acceptance criteria.
• Support the development and maintenance of program status reports, progress reports, and management review materials.
• Coordinate and track staff training requirements, including security training, technical certifications, and onboarding requirements.
• Plan, coordinate, and process travel requests, ensuring compliance with program and corporate travel policies.
• Serve as a point of contact between technical teams, functional support areas, and program leadership to resolve operational issues.
• Support action item tracking, meeting minutes, and follow-up coordination for program reviews and status meetings.
• Assist with maintaining program documentation, including Work Management Plans, Personnel Rosters, and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Support onboarding coordination for new personnel, including scheduling, orientation, and documentation tracking.
• Monitor program performance metrics and assist in the preparation of recurring program status and management reports.
• Support subcontractor coordination and communication as needed to maintain program continuity.
• Assist with maintaining configuration management and document control processes for program deliverables.

Skills

Active Secret clearance

Program operations experience

Deliverables tracking

Organizational skills

Training coordination

Travel coordination

Communication skills

Independent work

Issue resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Project

Jira

SharePoint

Job description

Job Title: Program Operations III

Job Category: Project and Program Management

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity:

Support the Program Manager by managing day-to-day program operations, deliverable tracking, and cross-functional coordination for Department of Defense mission systems. As a Deputy Program/Project Manager, you will:

• Support the Program Manager in planning, monitoring, and executing program activities across multiple concurrent workstreams
• Manage the tracking, submission, and quality review of Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) to ensure on-time delivery and acceptance
• Coordinate training activities, schedules, and completion tracking for program personnel
• Manage travel planning, coordination, and reporting in support of program execution requirements
• Identify and facilitate resolution of operational issues, acting as a liaison between technical and functional areas
• Provide direct support to the Program Management Office (PMO) across administrative, operational, and reporting functions

Responsibilities:

• Support the Program Manager in day-to-day program operations, including scheduling, resource coordination, and status tracking
• Maintain CDRL tracking logs, monitor submission timelines, and coordinate quality reviews to ensure all deliverables meet contractual acceptance criteria
• Support the development and maintenance of program status reports, progress reports, and management review materials
• Coordinate and track staff training requirements, including security training, technical certifications, and onboarding requirements
• Plan, coordinate, and process travel requests, ensuring compliance with program and corporate travel policies
• Serve as a point of contact between technical teams, functional support areas, and program leadership to resolve operational issues
• Support action item tracking, meeting minutes, and follow-up coordination for program reviews and status meetings
• Assist with maintaining program documentation, including Work Management Plans, Personnel Rosters, and Standard Operating Procedures
• Support onboarding coordination for new personnel, including scheduling, orientation, and documentation tracking
• Monitor program performance metrics and assist in the preparation of recurring program status and management reports
• Support subcontractor coordination and communication as needed to maintain program continuity
• Assist with maintaining configuration management and document control processes for program deliverables

Qualifications:

Required:

• Active Secret security clearance (required)
• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of related professional experience in program/project operations support
• Experience supporting program business and functional operations
• Demonstrated experience tracking deliverables, schedules, and status reporting
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks and priorities
• Experience coordinating training schedules and tracking completion requirements
• Experience coordinating and processing travel arrangements and related documentation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with technical and functional teams
• Ability to work independently with general supervision
• Demonstrated ability to identify and facilitate resolution of operational issues

Desired:

• Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility
• Experience supporting DoD or government program offices
• Familiarity with CDRL management processes and Data Item Descriptions (DIDs)
• Experience with program management tools such as MS Project, Jira, or SharePoint
• Familiarity with Contractor Progress and Status Reports and related program management deliverables
• Experience supporting security training coordination and compliance tracking
• Knowledge of Government Furnished Property (GFP) processes and tracking
• Experience with travel management systems and corporate travel policies
• Familiarity with configuration management and document control best practices
• Previous experience in a PMO support role for a defense contractor
• Experience supporting onboarding and knowledge transfer activities

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families.

$75,200 - 158,100 USD

Benefits:

• At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.