Senior DoD Enterprise IT Program Leader

Akima; Fort Cavazos Motorcycle and POV Campus (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Akima is seeking a Project Lead (PM/PL) to oversee on-site management and execution of Enterprise Systems Management support for SANEC. The role interfaces with Government leadership, KO, COR, and contractor staff to meet contractual objectives and performance standards.

The PM will provide technical leadership, oversee projects, lead QA, manage staff, and plan strategically within a DoD environment. Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance required.
• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business Management, or related field.
• 8–10 years of progressively responsible experience managing enterprise IT operations, systems engineering, network operations, or DoD IT support programs.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience leading technical teams supporting complex IT environments.
• Experience developing and implementing Quality Control Plans (QCPs) and Quality Assurance (QA) programs.
• Experience with ticket management systems such as AESMP, ServiceNow, Remedy, or similar platforms.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership, management, and oversight of contract performance.
• Ensure all contract requirements, deliverables, and service level agreements are met.
• Develop, maintain, and execute project plans supporting enterprise systems initiatives and special projects.
• Monitor project schedules, milestones, risks, and resource allocation to ensure successful project execution.
• Review operational metrics, AESMP tickets, workflow processes, and performance indicators to ensure effective service delivery.
• Attend and lead weekly, monthly, and ad hoc program management meetings with Government stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

Stakeholder communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS/Engineering/Business

Tools

AESMP

ServiceNow

Remedy

Job description

Akima is seeking a Project Lead (PM/PL) to oversee on-site management and execution of Enterprise Systems Management support for SANEC. The role interfaces with Government leadership, KO, COR, and contractor staff to meet contractual objectives and performance standards.

The PM will provide technical leadership, oversee projects, lead QA, manage staff, and plan strategically within a DoD environment. Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration are essential.