Technical Program Manager - Clearance Required

LMI Consulting, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 145,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

LMI is seeking a Technical Program Manager with active Secret clearance for a GenAI-driven modernization effort for a U.S. Army client, based in Washington, DC.

You will lead hands-on technical work and executive collaboration, guiding the LIGER platform deployment while aligning with Army mission requirements and security standards. You will manage a multi-disciplinary team, ensure clear communication with senior Army leaders, and drive end-to-end solution delivery in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience; Master's degree highly desirable.
• 10+ years of experience in software engineering, solution architecture, and cloud deployments including security, cyber, and data infrastructure.
• Experience translating mission needs into delivery roadmaps and architectures.
• GenAI platforms, AI agents, or AI-enabled workflows experience in enterprise or mission environments.
• Strong familiarity with Army standards for digital, cloud, cyber, and data systems.
• Active Secret clearance required and ability to obtain security approvals.
• Clear communication of complex AI concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical lead coordinating GenAI and agentic AI development to meet Army requirements and mission priorities.
• Translate mission needs into LIGER architectures, workflows, and agent-based solutions that integrate with Army systems.
• Oversee deployment and evolution of GenAI platforms, AI agents, and data pipelines while mitigating risks.
• Collaborate with Army stakeholders to integrate AI capabilities into cloud, data, and enterprise IT environments.
• Maintain technical documentation including system architectures and AI workflow specifications.
• Provide advisory support to Army personnel and partner contractors.

Skills

GenAI platforms

AI agents

AI-enabled workflows

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field

Master's degree desirable

Tools

AWS

Azure

On-premises environments

Job description

Technical Program Manager - Clearance Required

Overview

The Technical Program Manager will play a pivotal role in the successful implementation of a GenAI-driven modernization effort for a key U.S. Army client. This position requires a seasoned professional with deep expertise in cloud platforms, Army standards, and agent-based AI systems, along with the ability to coordinate complex development efforts to ensure alignment with Army mission requirements and operational realities. This position requires an active Secret clearance.

The Technical Program Manager will be responsible for guiding the deployment and evolution of LMI's LIGER platform, an agentic AI tool, mitigating technical and programmatic risk, and overseeing the work of a deeply technical, multi-disciplinary team. This role serves as a senior Technical SME to the U.S. Army client, bridging hands-on technical execution with senior, non-technical leadership to ensure AI-driven solutions directly support mission outcomes.

The Technical Program Manager is expected to move quickly in an environment that emphasizes building, deploying, and iterating in parallel-communicating clearly, driving consensus, fostering strong team collaboration, and owning the end-to-end solution lifecycle with the client.

LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.

Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors-helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical lead coordinating GenAI and agentic AI development efforts to ensure alignment with Army requirements, constraints, and mission priorities
• Translate mission needs into LIGER architectures, workflows, and agent-based solutions that integrate with existing Army systems
• Combine deep technical expertise with strong stakeholder management and consensus-building skills to align Army leaders to AI-driven solution approaches
• Oversee the deployment and evolution of GenAI platforms, AI agents, and supporting data pipelines while mitigating technical, security, and delivery risks
• Collaborate with Army stakeholders to integrate AI capabilities into existing cloud, data, and enterprise IT environments
• Assist in developing and maintaining technical documentation, including system architectures, agent interaction diagrams, and AI workflow specifications
• Provide technical guidance and advisory support to Army personnel and partner contractors
• Stay current on GenAI, agentic AI patterns, cloud infrastructure advancements, and evolving Army / DoD digital standards
• Ensure compliance with Army cybersecurity, data governance, and AI risk management requirements
• Collaborate with program leadership to optimize cost efficiency and prevent cost overruns in AI platform delivery
• Provide clear, regular status updates to senior Army leaders and LMI management
• Manage project deliverables, financials, schedules, and team performance across the full solution lifecycle

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Development, or a related technical field, or equivalent professional experience; Master's degree highly desirable
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in software engineering, solution architecture, and cloud deployments, including security, cyber, and data infrastructure
• Experience interfacing between hands-on technical teams and senior stakeholders, creating delivery roadmaps from scratch
• Demonstrated experience implementing or managing GenAI platforms, AI agents, or AI-enabled workflows in enterprise or mission environments
• Strong familiarity with Army standards and requirements for digital, cloud, cyber, and data systems
• Experience working directly with Army stakeholders and defense contractors
• Ability to clearly communicate complex AI and technical concepts to non-technical audiences
• Experience with U.S. Army networking systems, data architectures, and current modernization initiatives
• Experience supporting tactical-level or operational Army solutions is a plus
• Experience across AWS, Azure, and on-premises environments
• Active Secret clearance required

Certifications (not required, but relevant):

• Security+
• Cloud+
• Data+
• CySA+
• Solution Architect
• Project Management
• Systems Administration
• Scrum / Agile

Target salary range: $145,000 - 220,000

Disclaimer: The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances.

Applicants must meet eligibility requirements for a U.S. Government security clearance. Only US Citizens are eligible for a security clearance. For this position, LMI will only consider applicants with security clearances or applicants who are eligible for security clearances, due to the nature of the work.

Job Locations

US-DC-Washington, DC

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