Senior Acquisition Program Manager

Parsons; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 148,000 - 267,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical

dental

vision

paid time off

401(k)

life insurance

flexible work schedules

holidays

Job summary

Parsons is seeking a Senior Acquisition Program Manager to support USCYBERCOM CAIO. You will oversee AI portfolios from conception to execution and align capability delivery with DoW and Cyber Command priorities.

The role requires 10+ years in program management with federal experience, a MS or BS, and an active TS SCI w/ poly clearance. You will manage budgets, lead cross‑functional teams, and report to senior leadership in a federal solutions environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years with MS degree or BS and 12 years of professional program management experience, with a significant portion dedicated to federal government or Department of War (DoW) program offices.
• Master’s degree in Program Management, Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline or BS STEM, Business or related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in federal financial management, budget execution, and acquisition lifecycle support required.
• Hands‑on professional background managing, overseeing, or supporting Artificial Intelligence (AI), data, or advanced software development programs.
• Exceptional leadership, organizational, and executive‑level communication skills, with a proven ability to manage complex, cross‑functional teams.
• Active TS SCI w/ poly security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Program Lifecycle Management: Lead comprehensive program office support for CAIO-led AI/ML initiatives, including strategic planning, scheduling, risk management, milestone tracking, and execution oversight.
• Financial Oversight & Budgeting: Manage program financial activities, budget formulation, resource allocation, cost estimation, execution tracking, and reporting.
• Stakeholder & Interagency Coordination: Serve as primary liaison among CAIO, program offices, contracting officers, financial managers, government stakeholders, and industry partners.
• AI Portfolio Integration: Oversee integration, transition, and deployment of AI/ML capabilities, aligning with DoD acquisition processes and cybersecurity requirements.
• Governance & Reporting: Prepare executive briefings, program status reports, financial reviews, dashboards, and decision‑support materials for senior leadership.

Skills

Program management

Artificial Intelligence

Leadership

Security clearance

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree in STEM or related field

Job description

Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Senior Acquisition Program Manager to join our team! In this role the ideal candidate will serve as the Senior Acquisition Program Manager supporting the USCYBERCOM Chief AI Officer (CAIO). This role requires comprehensive oversight of complex artificial intelligence portfolios, steering initiatives from conception to execution. The Program Manager will direct program office operations, manage budgets and financial execution, and align AI capability delivery with overarching Department of War (DoW) and Cyber Command strategic priorities.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Program Lifecycle Management: Lead comprehensive program office support for CAIO-led artificial intelligence and machine learning initiatives, including strategic planning, integrated scheduling, risk management, milestone tracking, and execution oversight to ensure successful delivery of program objectives.

• Financial Oversight & Budgeting: Manage program financial activities, including budget formulation, resource allocation, cost estimation, execution tracking, financial analysis, and reporting to ensure fiscal accountability, compliance, and efficient use of resources.

• Stakeholder & Interagency Coordination: Serve as the primary liaison among the CAIO, program offices, contracting officers, financial managers, government stakeholders, and industry partners to facilitate collaboration, resolve issues, and drive successful program execution.

• AI Portfolio Integration: Oversee the integration, transition, and operational deployment of artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities, ensuring alignment with Department of Defense acquisition processes, cybersecurity requirements, and strategic mission objectives.

• Governance & Reporting: Prepare executive-level briefings, program status reports, financial reviews, dashboards, and decision-support materials for senior military and civilian leadership, providing clear visibility into portfolio performance, risks, and strategic outcomes.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Minimum of 10 years with MS degree or BS and 12 years of professional program management experience, with a significant portion dedicated to federal government or Department of War (DoW) program offices.

• Master’s degree in Program Management, Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline or BS STEM, Business or related field.

• Demonstrated expertise in federal financial management, budget execution, and acquisition lifecycle support required.

• Hands‑on professional background managing, overseeing, or supporting Artificial Intelligence (AI) , data, or advanced software development programs.

• Exceptional leadership, organizational, and executive‑level communication skills, with a proven ability to manage complex, cross‑functional teams.

• Active TS SCI w/ poly security clearance.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• PMP certification preferred

Security Clearance Requirement:

An active Top Secret SCI w/Polygraph security clearance is required for this position.

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close‑knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation’s most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

About Us

Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology‑based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.

Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug‑free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.

Salary Range: $148,300.00 - $266,900.00

Benefits:

• medical
• dental
• vision
• paid time off
• 401(k)
• life insurance
• flexible work schedules
• holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best‑in‑class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

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