Senior DoD IT Program Manager – Army Data Centers

Empower AI; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 128,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Empower AI in Roanoke/Radford, VA is seeking an experienced Program Manager IV to lead DoD IT service programs across AEDCs and cloud environments. This on-site role requires navigating government stakeholders, PEOs, and PMOs to ensure compliant, on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate has 8–12+ years in DoD or federal IT programs, active Secret clearance, PMP or DAWIA Level III, and strong communication skills. U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• 8-12+ years of program management experience supporting DoD or federal IT programs.
• Active PMP certification OR DAWIA Level III certification in Program Management.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance - required at time of hire.
• Demonstrated experience managing IT services programs in a DoD or Army environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience briefing senior government officials.
• Working knowledge of Army acquisition processes, reimbursable program structures, and DoD IT governance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of program management - planning, execution, monitoring, control, and closeout - for IT services and support programs.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for government customers including PEOs, PMOs, and senior Army leadership, ensuring timely and professional communication at all levels.
• Develop and manage program plans, schedules, risk registers, issue logs, and performance metrics in compliance with DoD and Army program management standards.
• Oversee acquisition planning, contract administration, and procurement activities supporting IT services delivery.
• Coordinate with engineering, cybersecurity, cloud operations, and logistics teams to ensure integrated, mission-aligned service delivery.
• Support cost modeling, budget formulation, and financial reporting for reimbursable IT programs.
• Manage contractor and government personnel performance, staffing, and resource allocation across program work streams.
• Provide executive-level briefings, status reports, and program documentation to senior DoD stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with applicable DoD regulations, Army policies, FISMA requirements, and cybersecurity directives.
• Support continuity of operations (COOP) and disaster recovery planning efforts

Skills

Program management

Communication skills

DoD/Army program management

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT / Business / Systems Engineering

Master's degree preferred

PMP certification

DAWIA Level III (PM)

Active DoD Secret Clearance

Job description

Empower AI in Roanoke/Radford, VA is seeking an experienced Program Manager IV to lead DoD IT service programs across AEDCs and cloud environments. This on-site role requires navigating government stakeholders, PEOs, and PMOs to ensure compliant, on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate has 8–12+ years in DoD or federal IT programs, active Secret clearance, PMP or DAWIA Level III, and strong communication skills. U.S. citizenship is required.