Senior Program Manager, US Government Biosecurity Programs

Perimeter; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Perimeter, a global biosecurity infrastructure company, seeks a Senior Program Manager to lead one or more USG biosecurity and biosurveillance programs funded by DoD/DoW, ARPA-H, CDC or similar agencies. You will own cost, schedule, and technical execution and strengthen relations with government offices.

The ideal candidate is execution-oriented with strong program management skills, able to operate independently, build cross‑functional teams, and drive contracts from pursuit through closeout

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years leading multi‑disciplinary programs including federal contracts.
• Advanced degree with 3+ years leading multi‑disciplinary teams is acceptable.
• Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government security clearance.
• Experience with CPIF, CPFF, FFP, IDIQ contracts.
• Strong written and oral communication, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead full lifecycle USG contract programs from pursuit through closeout.
• Direct cross‑functional PM teams to ensure cost, schedule, and technical performance.
• Serve as the primary client interface with program offices and contracting officers.
• Coordinate with Lab Operations, R&D, Bioinformatics, Contracts/Legal, and Finance.
• Own program financials, including budget tracking and EAC reporting.
• Ensure risk mitigation and compliance with federal regulations.
• Build relationships with government customers and maintain trust.
• Travel up to 15% as needed.

Skills

Program management

Contract management

Budget tracking

Risk management

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Job description

Perimeter, a global biosecurity infrastructure company, seeks a Senior Program Manager to lead one or more USG biosecurity and biosurveillance programs funded by DoD/DoW, ARPA-H, CDC or similar agencies. You will own cost, schedule, and technical execution and strengthen relations with government offices.

The ideal candidate is execution-oriented with strong program management skills, able to operate independently, build cross‑functional teams, and drive contracts from pursuit through closeout