Senior Project Manager (Security)

Puyenpa Services LLC; Washington; On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401k with employer match

11 paid holidays + PTO

Job summary

Puyenpa is seeking a Senior Project Manager (Security) to lead security-focused programs in support of the F-35 JPO Security Services Contract. This proposal position requires a TS clearance and will be located at Arlington, VA or Patuxent River, MD, working full-time in a DoD environment.

The role oversees cross-functional teams, leads program planning, risk management, and executive-level briefings, and interfaces with senior government officials and stakeholders to ensure successful mission

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret Security Clearance.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience supporting DoD functions.
• Knowledge of DoD 5000 Series Acquisition Framework and processes.
• Experience preparing and presenting executive-level briefings.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, regulated DoD environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting of security-related programs.
• Provide senior-level project management support across functional areas.
• Serve as advisor to government leadership on status, risks, and mitigation.
• Coordinate activities among government personnel, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Develop executive briefings, reports, and project documentation.
• Interface with senior government officials and program stakeholders.

Skills

Top Secret Clearance

Leadership

Communication skills

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Puyenpa is seeking a Senior Project Manager (Security)for an upcoming proposal supporting the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Joint Program Office (JPO) Security Services Contract. This position serves as a senior-level advisor and project leader responsible for overseeing security-related initiatives, supporting acquisition program objectives, coordinating stakeholder activities, and ensuring effective execution of program requirements.

The successful candidate will provide subject matter expertise, manage complex projects, coordinate cross-functional teams, and support leadership decision-making in a dynamic Department of Defense environment. This position will be located in Arlington, VA. Or Patuxent River, MD. and is structured as a full-time, 40-hour-per-week role. An active DoD Top Secret clearance is required.

This is a proposal position and is contingent upon contract award, customer approval, and final staffing authorization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting of security-related programs and projects supporting F-35 JPO mission requirements.
• Provide senior-level project management support across multiple functional areas, ensuring alignment with program objectives, cost, schedule, and performance goals.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to government leadership on project status, risks, issues, and mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate activities among government personnel, contractors, and external stakeholders.
• Develop executive-level briefings, reports, decision papers, and project documentation.
• Facilitate meetings, working groups, and program reviews.
• Track and manage project deliverables, milestones, and performance metrics.
• Support acquisition and program management activities in accordance with Department of Defense acquisition guidance and processes.
• Identify program risks and develop mitigation plans to ensure successful mission execution.
• Provide subject matter expertise and mentorship to project teams while supporting continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Interface effectively with senior government officials, military leadership, and program stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret Security Clearance.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
  • A combination of education and additional relevant experience may be considered consistent with contract requirements.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience supporting program, project, acquisition, security, or related Department of Defense functions.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex projects and provide senior-level guidance and leadership.
• Working knowledge of the DoD 5000 Series Acquisition Framework and acquisition processes.
• Minimum 4 years of general security experience.
• Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience preparing and presenting executive-level briefings.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Will be required to sign Letter of Intent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting the F-35 Joint Program Office, Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), or other Major Defense Acquisition Programs.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Experience supporting security, program protection, physical security, personnel security, industrial security, or special access programs.
• Familiarity with risk management, strategic planning, and performance management methodologies.
• Experience leading cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams.

Puyenpa provides a variety of benefits including company-paid health, dental & vision insurance coverage, as well as additional employee-paid health insurance options; company-paid life and disability insurance; 401k retirement savings plan with employer match; 11 company paid holidays per year, and paid time off.