Senior Program Manager, Federal Security Programs

Applied Information Sciences; Washington; On-site; USD 137,000 - 207,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership

Continuous Learning

Inclusive Culture

Mission-Driven Work

Job summary

Applied Information Sciences seeks a Senior Program Manager to lead the establishment, execution, and ongoing management of a Private Sector Clearance Program (PSCP) supporting a federal security mission.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, engage senior stakeholders, and ensure delivery of program requirements in a dynamic, high-visibility environment. A Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 10+ years of program management experience.
• 10+ years managing complex programs.
• 8+ years coordinating with executives and serving as a liaison across organizations.
• 7+ years leading customer service-oriented teams and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
• 7+ years drafting complex reports, briefings, SOPs, and executive correspondence.
• 8+ years of demonstrated experience in process improvement, performance evaluation, and operational efficiency.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage and maintain detailed records.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all program activities and personnel supporting the task order to ensure successful delivery of requirements.
• Establish and manage the Private Sector Clearance Program (PSCP), ensuring alignment with evolving requirements set by OSO leadership.
• Serve as the primary liaison between stakeholders, including private sector partners, Security Division, FBI Headquarters, and Field Offices.
• Represent the Chief Security Officer (CSO) in executive-level meetings related to the PSCP.
• Collaborate with senior executives both internally and externally to support program objectives.
• Oversee the development, maintenance, and updates of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder liaison

Cross-functional coordination

Project management

Process improvement

Executive communication

Organizational skills

Report drafting

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree (nice to have)

Job description

Applied Information Sciences seeks a Senior Program Manager to lead the establishment, execution, and ongoing management of a Private Sector Clearance Program (PSCP) supporting a federal security mission.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, engage senior stakeholders, and ensure delivery of program requirements in a dynamic, high-visibility environment. A Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is required.