Senior Program Manager
7 days ago
Washington
Job Description About NDi: Network Designs, Inc. (NDi) is a leading Federal contractor that specializes in designing, developing, and delivering information technology and network solutions for government customers. Founded in 1985, NDi's firmly defined core values have driven all aspects of the business, which have been paramount to our company's success and the establishment of an enjoyable workplace atmosphere. At NDi, we believe that our people are the cornerstone of our success, and we value collaboration, career growth, and winning ideas. Military Veterans Encouraged to Apply. Job Description: NDi is seeking an experienced Program Manager (PM) to lead delivery of enterprise information security, authorization, and compliance services for a large, mission-critical federal IT services program. The Program Manager is accountable for overall contract execution, operational performance, quality management, and stakeholder engagement across a geographically distributed, multi-discipline cybersecurity workforce. This role is responsible for ensuring predictable, high-quality delivery of security services within a performance-based operating model, supporting authorization, continuous monitoring, and audit readiness objectives across a large portfolio of information systems. Requirements: • U.S. Citizenship is required, • Must possess an active TS clearance at the time of application, be willing and able to obtain SCI access, and pass a CI polygraph., • Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Engineering, Business, or a related technical or management discipline; or equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience. Master's degree preferred., • PMP preferred., • Ten (10) or more years of experience managing large-scale federal IT or cybersecurity programs; in absence of years of experience, certifications or past work may be used to show the level of experience needed to perform at this level., • Demonstrated experience leading programs supporting information system security, authorization, compliance, or enterprise cybersecurity services., • Proven experience managing multi-location teams supporting complex, mission-critical environments., • Experience operating within performance-based or outcome-driven contract structures., • Strong experience with staffing, workforce planning, surge management, and transition activities., • Demonstrated ability to manage cost, schedule, performance, and risk concurrently., • Strong understanding of federal cybersecurity frameworks, including FISMA and the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)., • Familiarity with authorization processes, continuous monitoring, audit readiness, and compliance reporting., • Experience overseeing quality assurance and internal review functions to improve delivery outcomes., • Ability to engage credibly with senior technical, operational, and executive stakeholders., • Executive-level leadership and decision-making capability., • Strong program governance, planning, and execution skills., • Ability to establish and enforce performance metrics, service levels, and quality standards., • Experience managing risk, issues, and escalation across large technical programs., • Excellent communication skills, including written reporting and executive briefings., • Ability to balance operational delivery with strategic improvement initiatives. Program Leadership & Governance • Provide overall leadership and accountability for contract performance, • Establish program governance structures, reporting cadence, and operational rhythms, • Serve as the primary point of contact for customer leadership and senior stakeholders, • Oversee day-to-day program operations across all locations and functional areas, • Ensure staffing levels, skill mixes, and onboarding processes support mission needs, • Monitor and manage performance metrics related to timeliness, quality, and responsiveness, • Oversee quality management processes to ensure consistent, high-quality deliverables, • Identify, track, and mitigate program risks and systemic issues, • Ensure audit readiness and support internal and external reviews, • Manage program budgets, labor utilization, and resource allocation, • Support forecasting, workforce planning, and cost control activities, • Lead transition-in and transition-out activities as required, • Support onboarding of new systems, teams, or scope expansions At NDi, we value our team and are committed to retaining top talent by offering competitive benefits and compensation packages. Our employee benefits package includes comprehensive health, dental, vision, pet, and legal insurance. Our corporate benefits include 401(k) retirement matching, paid leave, paid holidays, and health and wellness programs. In addition, we provide employer-paid life and disability insurance, professional development, education benefits, and much more to ensure our team has the resources they need to thrive on and off the job. Veterans First Commitment: As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), NDi is dedicated to hiring veterans and providing a supportive work environment that honors their service while recognizing the unique skills and experiences they bring to our organization. Commitment to Diversity: NDi is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran or military status, citizenship, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by law in all phases of the employment process and compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. As a federal government contractor, NDi complies with all applicable affirmative action requirements. Apply Now: Take advantage of this unique opportunity to join one of the fastest-growing companies in Federal contracting!