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Program Manager - Systems and Network Security

Washington, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 28 May 2025

About the role

At MetaPhase, we believe Quirky is Cool and being authentic is the only way to be! We take the work we do very seriously and do a lot of important mission-focused work for our clients. We are individuals with different passions and strengths who take as much joy in the work we do as from those we work with. Today, we have a team that is invested in creating new solutions that lean forward, challenge the status quo, but also reflect our intimate knowledge of our customers’ business. Over the years we have fostered a culture in which we are united by shared values—passion, solidarity, generosity, curiosity, and boldness—and these come alive in the work we do and how we do it. Together, we know our people are our difference—for our clients and our colleagues. Are you ready to:

Work alongside a dedicated and diverse set of people to offer honest advice and practical guidance to our clients?
Learn and grow by taking advantage of every opportunity available to you?
Be the difference and make it happen?

Role Summary:
MetaPhase is seeking a Program Manager - Systems and Network Security to lead the delivery of complex IT systems in a federal environment. This role is critical to driving enterprise-level technology programs from concept through deployment. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in program management, user activity monitoring systems, and hands-on leadership that blends mission focus with modern IT best practices. What You Will Be Doing:

Lead end-to-end planning, execution, and oversight of large-scale federal IT programs
Direct multidisciplinary teams in the development, integration, and implementation of secure IT systems
Oversee the lifecycle of technical programs including architecture, testing, security compliance, and deployment
Serve as the primary point of contact for government stakeholders, ensuring alignment with mission goals and contract requirements
Manage risk, schedule, performance, and quality to meet project milestones and contractual obligations
Ensure successful implementation of user activity monitoring systems and related cybersecurity measures
Apply modern program management frameworks and delivery excellence principles in line with MetaPhase standards

What We Need From You (Required Qualifications):

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical field from an accredited institution
Minimum 10 years of experience managing the development and deployment of complex IT systems in a federal environment
Proven track record in leading multidisciplinary IT programs with full lifecycle oversight
Specific experience integrating and deploying user activity monitoring systems
Strong familiarity with IT infrastructure, cloud solutions, and secure system implementation
PMP Certification (Project Management Professional)
Exceptional client-facing communication and leadership skills
U.S. Citizenship required; Must hold an active Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)

Bonus Points (Preferred Qualifications):

Experience managing programs within DHS, DoD, or similarly complex federal agencies
Experience as a leader or manager supporting enterprise insider threat programs
Familiarity with DevSecOps principles and infrastructure automation (e.g., Terraform, Ansible)
Advanced degree (e.g., M.S. in IT Management or Systems Engineering)
Agile or SAFe certifications

Work Setup & Travel:
Washington, DC - Onsite
Minimal travel expected

Clearance & Education:
Active Top Secret Clearance with ability to obtain SCI access
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred<