Senior Federal Program Manager

About Virtru:

Virtru is a leading data protection provider backed by some of the foremost venture capital firms in Silicon Valley and the Mid-Atlantic region, including Iconiq Capital, Bessemer Venture Partners, Foundry Capital, and Tiger Global. Today, more than ever, data demands respect, and that’s why Virtru is committed to changing the rules for data privacy. At Virtru, we equip our customers to take granular control of their data—everywhere it’s shared—through end-to-end encryption for Google, Microsoft, and other data sharing platforms. Our market-leading portfolio of data encryption and privacy enhancing applications are remarkably easy to use, fast to implement, affordable for all, and built on the Trusted Data Format (TDF) open standard.

At Virtru, our motto is "Respect the people. Respect the data." Respecting data to us means keeping it secure and protected at all times across its entire lifecycle. We firmly believe that when you respect data, you’re demonstrating respect for the people who own that data.

Working at Virtru, you'll be inspired by colleagues who are passionate about the work they do. We are dedicated to creating an atmosphere that sparks creativity, connection, and professional growth while empowering each other to do our best work. We're building something special at Virtru. We hope you consider joining our team and helping us create a brighter future for data privacy.

Location: Oahu, HI

Compensation: $175,000 - 225,000 Base

Team & Position Details: 

As a Senior Federal Program Manager to lead and manage federal projects, overseeing customer expectations, and a team of engineers. This role requires a seasoned professional with strong leadership skills, technical understanding, and the ability to allocate resources effectively while maintaining compliance. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in federal program management, exceptional communication skills, and is eligible for or holds an active TS/SCI CI Poly security clearance.

As a Senior Federal Program Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Lead end-to-end program management for federal customer initiatives, ensuring project goals, schedules, and budgets align with customer expectations.
• Set and manage customer expectations through regular communication, transparent progress updates, and proactive issue resolution.
• Supervise a team of engineers and other technical professionals, providing guidance, mentorship, and fostering a collaborative environment.
• Assess project needs and allocate resources effectively, ensuring team members are optimally assigned to tasks based on skills and project requirements.
• Negotiate contract terms, program objectives, and resource needs with clients and vendors, aligning them with budget and timeline constraints.
• Identify program risks and develop mitigation strategies, ensuring project goals are met while managing potential challenges proactively.

Skills that will help you thrive in this role:

• Active U.S. Secret Clearance required
• Program management experience, focused on federal programs. 
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Program Management, or a related field. A master’s degree or PMP certification is a strong advantage.
• Proven experience managing and leading cross-functional teams, including technical and engineering staff, with a focus on mentoring and team-building.
• Skilled in setting and managing customer expectations, handling client communications, and navigating customer relations effectively.
• Experience negotiating project scope, contracts, and resources with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Solid grasp of engineering principles and project requirements, with the ability to understand technical details and allocate work accordingly.
• Ability to identify potential program challenges early, analyze complex situations, and develop strategic solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration with both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders.

Virtruvian qualities that will set you up for success:

• Thinking outside of the box to respectfully challenge your teammates and managers in the pursuit of excellence
• Strong sense of urgency with an action-oriented mindset
• Able to collaborate and adapt to shifting priorities as business needs evolve
• Comfortable with asynchronous communication including slack, email, zoom, etc.

Perks & Benefits:

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