Program Manager

Type of Requisition:PipelineClearance Level Must Currently Possess:Top Secret/SCIClearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:Top Secret SCI + PolygraphPublic Trust/Other Required:NoneJob Family:Program ManagementJob Qualifications:Skills:Budgeting, Leadership, StaffingCertifications:NoneExperience:10 + years of related experienceUS Citizenship Required:YesJob Description:We are GDIT. The people supporting and securing some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects across the country. We ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work has meaning and impact on the world around us, but also on us, and that's important. At GDIT, people are our differentiator. Our work depends on Program Manager joining our team to manage a large Special Security support contract based at Los Angeles AFB. The Program Manager is responsible for overseeing the planning, staffing, and budgets to ensure the timely delivery of contractual commitments to the government.PERFORMANCE SHALL INCLUDE:Responsibility for management of all aspects of a major Space Force Special Security Support contract to include leadership, technical performance, personnel and financial performance Direct and supervise all personnel issues to include interviewing, hiring, evaluating performance and determining proper compensation Organize and oversee technical performance on the contract and ensure delivery of all required deliverables Communicate daily with peers within the business unit as well as customers, Site Leads and Senior Subject Matter Experts (SME's) to identify and resolve problems and challenges to ensure sound execution of contracted effort to include successfully resolving issues requiring senior level (government and corporate) attention Travel (sometimes frequent) to various program sites as necessary to ensure sound program execution Identify, develop, and implement efficiencies that enhance productivity and/or reduce overall contract costs to the government WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:Requirements:Education:  Bachelor's degree or equivalent additional experience (4 years) 5+ years of program/project experience including specific experience with the Air Force and/or Space Force SAP community with contracts of similar scope/magnitude/complexity10+ years of experience in the Special Access and/or SCI communities in positions of increasing responsibility Certifications:  PMP highly preferred, or willingness to obtain within 6 months of hireU.S. Citizenship is requiredSecurity Clearance: Current Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph Other Requirements: Must be familiar with security policy/manuals and the appropriate ICDs/JAFANs/DOD Manuals and other guiding policy documents. Strong leadership skills and the ability to develop/lead a high performing team focused on the customer's mission Outstanding analytic and problem solving skills Must have the ability to work in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DOD, military/civilian personnel and industry partners Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) Possess a high degree of originality, creativity, initiative requiring minimal supervision Willingness to travel within the organizational Area of Responsibility (AOR) (note - could be extensive, and will include both air and ground transportation)Skill in professional planning, organizing, training and evaluation of training efficacy Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; negotiate complex issues; write comprehensive studies; and maintain good working relationships Strong analytical and product management skills required, including a thorough understanding of how to interpret customer needs and translate them into application and operational requirements Proficient in Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; message distribution/retrieval programs; and Analyst NotebookGDIT IS YOUR PLACE:Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home401K with company matchComprehensive health and wellness packagesInternal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your careerProfessional growth opportunities including paid education and certificationsCutting-edge technology you can learn fromRest and recharge with paid vacation and holidaysThe likely salary range for this position is $210,569 - $284,887. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.Scheduled Weekly Hours:40Travel Required:10-25%Telecommuting Options:OnsiteWork Location:USA CA El SegundoAdditional Work Locations:Total Rewards at GDIT:Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation's most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Created: 2025-02-25