Senior IT Portfolio Manager

CACI; National Harbor (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI is seeking a Senior IT Portfolio Manager to lead a broad portfolio of performance-based IT services for DHS. You will oversee program delivery, manage staff, and interface with senior customer personnel on multiple task orders to ensure high-quality results and on-contract growth.

The role requires a PMP, ITIL, and extensive federal contract experience (150+ FTE). Expect leadership of Agile teams, knowledge of AI/ML concepts, and cloud/systems expertise to drive efficiency and innovation

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain/maintain a DHS EOD Suitability Clearance (Active EOD preferred).
• BA/BS or equivalent and 10 years in a related field with supervisory or management experience including federal contract with more than 150 FTE.
• Proven track record applying program management disciplines within a large program environment (>150 FTE).
• Demonstrated success in driving on-contract growth and cultivating customer relationships.
• Experience managing Agile teams and projects; working knowledge of AI/ML concepts, applications, and implementation.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• ITIL Foundation certification (or must obtain within first 6 months).

Responsibilities

• Serve as Portfolio Manager on a team responsible for program/project management support and services.
• Manage day-to-day program operations and develop long-term objectives to meet future contract requirements.
• Own P&L of the portfolio and drive on-contract growth through expansion opportunities.
• Interface with contracts, subcontracts, project control, and security.
• Ensure deliverables and schedules are met using Agile methodologies (sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives).
• Provide supervision and direction to staff; conduct performance evaluations; address customer issues.
• Develop relationships with key customers and stakeholders to expand CACI's footprint.
• Support ROMs, pricing, and technical proposals for new pursuits.
• Communicate progress and risks to leadership and customers; recruit and train staff.
• Champion AI-enabled solutions and Agile practices to drive efficiency and innovation.

Skills

Portfolio management

Program management

Team leadership

Agile management

Strategic planning

Customer relationships

Education

BA/BS or equivalent

Tools

AI/ML concepts

Cloud/systems administration

Job description

Job Title: Senior IT Portfolio Manager

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: None

Type of Travel: None

The Opportunity:

CACI is seeking a Senior IT Portfolio Manager to join our Team. The Senior IT Portfolio Manager is responsible for the delivery of a broad portfolio of performance-based IT services to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and its components. The Senior IT Portfolio Manager is responsible for formulating and enforcing work standards, supervising staff and communicating policies, procedures, and goals to team members while interfacing with senior customer personnel on multiple task orders.

The role provides management oversight of technical execution and program personnel ensuring the highest quality of task completion and deliverables in accordance with the contract. This position plays a critical role in driving on-contract growth, pursuing new opportunities, and developing and maintaining strategic relationships with key customers and stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as Portfolio Manager on a team responsible for program/project management support and services. Responsibilities include:
• Support in the day-to-day management of programs, and develop long-term and strategic objectives to help ensure that customer requirements will be satisfied in future years of the contract
• Own P&L responsibilities of the portfolio and drive on-contract growth through identification and capture of expansion opportunities
• Interface frequently with functional areas such as contracts, subcontracts, project control, and security
• Ensure program/task order deliverables and schedules are implemented in a timely manner using Agile methodologies and frameworks, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives
• Provide supervision, training, and direction to staff in successful execution of their assigned task areas; conduct performance evaluations; and serves as a point of contact for customer issues or concerns
• Accountable for meeting contractual performance criteria and due dates during service delivery as well as successful overall project completion
• Develop and maintain strong, trusted relationships with key customers, stakeholders, and new customer contacts at the executive level to expand CACI's footprint and ensure customer satisfaction
• Support the development of ROMs, pricing, and technical proposals for new pursuits and growth initiatives
• Develop briefings, position papers and other supporting artifacts
• Employ strong communication skills to direct skilled technical / programmatic resources and report on technical progress, issues, and problem areas
• Ensure the timely recruitment and training of staff
• Champion the adoption of AI-enabled solutions and Agile practices to drive efficiency and innovation across the portfolio
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast paced, dynamic environment; flexible schedule and ability to be on call

Qualifications:

Required:

• Ability to obtain/maintain a DHS EOD Suitability Clearance (Active EOD preferred)
• BA/BS or equivalent and 10 years in a related field with supervisory or management experience with enterprise IT, service and program management, to include at least 2 years managing a federal government contract with more than 150 FTE
• Proven track record applying program management disciplines within a large program environment (>150 FTE) to include contract, subcontract, financial, quality, personnel and performance management
• Demonstrated success in driving on-contract growth and cultivating customer relationships
• Experience managing Agile teams and projects; working knowledge of AI/ML concepts, applications, and implementation
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• ITIL Foundation certification (or must obtain within first 6 months)
• Proven communicator and leader with strong relationship management and business development skills
• Working technical knowledge of cloud/systems/network administration and engineering in an enterprise environment

Desired:

• Previous DHS or DoD experience
• ITIL Foundation
• Agile Certifications (e.g., CSM, SAFe, PMI-ACP)
• AI/ML related certifications or coursework

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 reco