SOF Program Manager

S2Technologies, LLC; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense contractor in Tampa is seeking an experienced SOF Program Manager to lead a large-scale contract supporting the USSOCOM. The role involves overseeing operations, providing leadership to multidisciplinary teams, and liaising with government stakeholders. Candidates must have a Master's degree or equivalent experience, and 10+ years in USSOCOM-related roles. Strong leadership and program management skills are essential for success in this position, which is based on-site at MacDill AFB.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in USSOCOM assigned organizations.
• 5+ years of experience in Program Management on a DoD Contract.
• Strong leadership, communication, and personnel management skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the on-site representative and primary point of contact.
• Provide leadership and oversight to Task Leads and support personnel.
• Conduct program reviews, briefings, and reporting as required.

Skills

Familiarity with Special Operations Forces (SOF)

Expertise in coordinating program activities

Prior experience with contract transitions

Education

Master's Degree in Program Management or a Business-related field

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Graduate of a US Military War College with a Master's Certificate

Job description

Position Title: SOF Program Manager

Location: Tampa, FL (MacDill AFB)

Clearance Requirement: Active Top Secret with SCI Eligibility

Position Summary

S2Technologies, LLC is seeking an experienced SOF Program Manager to lead a large-scale contract in support of the United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), specifically the Special Operations Forces Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics (SOF AT&L) Knowledge and Human Capital (KH) directorate. The Program Manager will oversee all contract operations, provide daily leadership to multidisciplinary teams, and serve as the primary liaison with Government stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the on-site representative and primary point of contact between the Contractor and Government personnel, including the COR and Government Technical Representative.
• Provide leadership and oversight to Task Leads, support personnel, and assigned teams across multiple global and CONUS locations.
• Conduct program reviews, briefings, and reporting as required, including semi-annual performance reviews with Government stakeholders.
• Monitor and manage project cost, schedule, performance, and personnel readiness, ensuring consistent delivery of mission-critical capabilities.
• Resolve performance concerns, fill vacancies promptly, and ensure all personnel are fully qualified and compliant with the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP).
• Ensure contract compliance with all performance deliverables, including CDRLs, transition plans, and monthly reporting (MAR, PCR, SAR, TR, etc.).

Basic Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Program Management or any Business-related field OR Graduate of a US Military War College that issues a Master's Certificate AND an additional 5 years' (10 year's total) experience in Program Management OR Bachelor's Degree plus additional 5 years (15 yrs total) experience in USSOCOM assigned organization
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification OR DAWIA Level III Program Management certification OR an additional 5 years' (total of 10 years') Program Management experience on DOD contract

• 10+ years of experience in USSOCOM assigned organizations, as military Government civilian, or contractor; preferably managing complex, large-scale technical programs supporting forward-deployed teams.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Program Management on a DoD Contract, ending not longer than 12 months prior.
• Strong leadership, communication, and personnel management skills; ability to lead geographically dispersed teams.

Required Skills

• Familiarity with Special Operations Forces (SOF)
• Expertise in coordinating program activities across Joint Commands and integrating with multi-domain operational users.
• Prior experience working with contract transitions, surge support management, and technology integration oversight.

Additional Requirements

• Must be available on-site at MacDill AFB and willing to travel as necessary to support global operations and program reviews.
• Must be capable of supporting and tracking classified programs, ensuring compliance with all security protocols and access requirements.
• Support organic growth initiatives (e.g., scope expansion, tech insertion)
• Participate in proposal efforts or recompete readiness

S2Technologies is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, color, religion, sex, physical or mental disability, protected veterans' status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Applicants living in a HubZone designated area receive preferential selection when meeting all other required qualifications.