Senior Program Manager

Company Overview

At ValidaTek, we modernize and optimize IT services to solve some of the most critical challenges facing federal civilian and defense agencies. From customers to partners to top-talent employees, ValidaTek puts people first, empowering them to exceed expectations and transform government organizations. Our success starts and ends with our people, so we built a company where great people can do great things, with the resources and autonomy to make decisions that transform organizations. We operate as one team of diverse people, united by a passion for continuous growth and optimization. Our commitment to quality and performance optimization is the reason why our IT Service Projects and New Development Projects have been appraised at CMMI Maturity Level 5, positioning us as one of a handful of elite companies to receive the highest form of third-party validation. www.validatek.com

Summary

We are seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead and oversee a high-visibility DISA program, ensuring the successful execution of all contractual requirements. The Program Manager will be responsible for personnel management, strategic planning, and coordination of all program activities while maintaining compliance with DISA PEO-Spectrum and ValidaTek business processes. This role requires a proactive leader with strong program execution experience, exceptional customer relationship management skills, and a deep understanding of DoD contracting, financial management, and risk mitigation.

Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Execution

• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of all program activities in alignment with mission goals, procedures, and policies.
• Ensure all contract Performance Work Statement (PWS) tasks are proposed, planned, and executed in a technically sound, low-risk, and resource-efficient manner.
• Develop and implement long-term program strategies, objectives, and performance metrics to drive operational success.
• Ensure program compliance with all corporate ISO and CMMI quality standards, legislation, and professional requirements.

Customer & Stakeholder Engagement

• Establish and maintain strong customer relationships, ensuring exceptional service delivery and satisfaction.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to gain community support, gather feedback, and implement program improvements.
• Communicate program updates effectively, ensuring stakeholders are well-informed of progress, risks, and key milestones.

Financial & Risk Management

• Manage program budgets, ensuring all financial activities align with government contract requirements and internal accounting policies.
• Provide necessary financial data to support invoice generation and submission per established timelines.
• Identify and mitigate risks, ensuring all program activities comply with DoD security and compliance standards.

Team Leadership & Performance Management

• Recruit, mentor, and manage a team of highly qualified staff to ensure program success.
• Provide direction, feedback, and professional development opportunities to enhance team performance.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and high-performance culture, encouraging teams to exceed customer expectations.

Program Monitoring & Reporting

• Track and report program progress, cost, risk, and key milestones in accordance with DSO and ValidaTek processes.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive program documentation, including reports for both government and corporate leadership.
• Conduct regular program evaluations, identifying strengths and areas for improvement.
• Ensure all program deliverables are provided on time and meet contractual requirements.

Goals & Objectives:

• Ensure exceptional performance ratings and exceed customer expectations.
• Continuously improve program operations, adjusting strategies as needed to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
• Proactively address risks and challenges, implementing changes to optimize program success.
• Maintain a strong, collaborative leadership approach to drive team motivation and customer satisfaction.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and obtain relevant training and certifications to enhance program performance.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree -preferred – Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• PMP Certification - required.
• DoD Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance.
• 8+ years of Program Management experience, must have experience leading infrastructure and software development teams
• DoD program management experience - preferred.
• Experience in gove