Technical Program Manager

Zetier; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor seeks an experienced Technical Program Manager to manage contracts exceeding $10m in cybersecurity and operations. This role involves strategic leadership, oversight of compliance and financials, and managing cross-functional teams. Candidates should have over 10 years of program management experience in the DoD/IC, strong negotiation skills, and an active U.S. security clearance. Hybrid work opportunities are available based on program needs.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of DoD/IC program management experience.
• Proven track record managing prime contracts and subcontracts.
• Proficiency with sensitive customer discussions and negotiations.
• Active U.S. security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage $10m+ contracts in cybersecurity and operations.
• Provide strategic leadership and oversight to teams.
• Oversee program financials and compliance with contract requirements.

Skills

DoD/IC program management

Contract management

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Security clearance

Education

PMP or equivalent certification

Job description

Zetier seeks an experienced Technical Program Manager to lead and manage $10m+ contracts within the cybersecurity and operations domains supporting Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC). Responsibilities include managing multi-year OCO/DCO programs with geographically distributed subcontractors, providing strategic leadership and oversight to cross-functional teams, leading customer interactions and briefings, overseeing program financials, and ensuring compliance with contract requirements and regulatory standards.

Required

• 10+ years of DoD/IC program management experience
• Proven track record managing prime contracts and subcontracts
• Proficiency with sensitive customer discussions and negotiations
• Experience managing contract deliverables and financial projections
• Familiarity with FAR/DFAR compliance (e.g. Reps & Certs)
• Experience managing cross-functional internal and external teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Active U.S. security clearance

Desired

• Technical background in DoD/IC engineering or program management
• Experience in cybersecurity and/or intelligence operations
• Insights to procurement processes (e.g. BAAs, RFIs, RFPs)
• Background in CPFF, Firm Fixed Price, Time & Materials
• Experience leading prime proposal and whitepaper writing efforts
• Established network of industry contacts and relationships
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, RMF, STIG)
• Experience with Other Transaction Authorities (OTAs)
• PMP or equivalent certification

Primary office and classified systems in Arlington, VA. Hybrid available based on program needs.

Zetier is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. All employment is decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business need.