Program Manager
agile-defense· Operations & Program Management
About this role
About Agile Defense
At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.
Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests.
Requisition #: 1495
Job Title: Program Manager
Location: Suitland, MD
Clearance Level: TS/SCI
Required Certification(s): PMP
SUMMARY
The Office of Naval Intelligence (ONI) Hopper Global Communications Center (GCC) delivers 24/7 global SCI communications and enterprise IT services across the Navy in support of over 14,000 users, ensuring decision quality outcomes for Maritime and Joint intelligence operations. The Program Manager leads complex, multi-domain engineering and technical operations, including modernization efforts, cybersecurity compliance, discovery and implementation of cloud/AI initiatives, and the provision of exceptional customer service. The Program Manager owns cost, schedule, and performance, drives risk management and contract compliance, and ensures seamless coordination among ONI stakeholders, subcontractors, and cross-functional engineering teams.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Provide input to the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) for program control, status monitoring, and reporting purposes to identify program milestones, major tasks, efforts, dependencies, risks, resources, and activities across prime and subcontractor efforts
· Plan and lead formal reviews and produce meeting minutes including Weekly Activity Reports, Management Systems Reviews, and Integrated Baseline Reviews
· Conduct Quarterly Progress Reviews (QPRs) and Technical Exchange Meetings (TEMs) and maintain meeting minutes
· Establish and sustain the Program Management Plan (PMP), Program Calendar, and Conference/Event Schedule for all task orders
· Lead Quality Assurance per the QASP by ensuring deliverables are released under configuration control, fully traceable, and meet Section 508 functional performance criteria
· Implement a Risk Management Plan to identify, evaluate, and mitigate technical, security, cost, and schedule risks
· Coordinate stakeholder communications with PCO/CAO/COR/Ordering Officer/Technical Assistant and ensure timely responses and contract correspondence
· Maintain and update the Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) Plan upon triggering events (ownership changes, supplier/sub changes, ICT compromises)
· Coordinate with Hopper GCC N8 to execute the Financial Management Plan that includes tracking and reporting budgets, cost, schedule, and performance
· Provide input to the Contract Work Breakdown Structure (CWBS)
· Provide Contract Expenditure Reports, Contract Funds Status Reports (CFSRs), Contractor Cost Data (CCD) reports, Cost and Software Data Reports (CSDR), and Cost Data Summary Reports (CDSR)
· Ensure accurate and timely monthly financial reviews (costs, hours, invoices, percent complete, EACs) and progress reporting per CDRLs
· Maintain the Billet Roster of cleared personnel assigned, track contractor travel and deployed personnel, and provide trip reports to the customer
· Manage subcontractors and ensure subcontractor compliance with technical, financial, and security requirements
· Enforce TS/SCI eligibility, DD‑254 adherence, IA/CSWF certifications compliance, SAAR-N processing, and annual IA trainings
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Certifications: PMP
Education, Background, and Years of Experience
BS or BA degree in Business Administration, Engineering Management, Engineering or Engineering Discipline desired. 10+ years program/project management experience leading large, complex DoD/IC IT or Cyber programs and 5+ years managing multi-vendor/subcontractor efforts with measurable cost/schedule accountability. Must be a US citizen.
Experience in Defense acquisition, specifically experience in support of Navy Acquisition management, or an equal level of Federal and Navy Contract Management experience.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Required Skills
Management and Supervision experience relating to the design, development, integration, testing and fielding of DoDIIS communication systems and networks. Experience in initiating and maintaining technical direction within broad program objectives directly related to communication systems and networks. Knowledgeable of DoD acquisition policies and procedures. Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with the requirements of the DoD 5000 series. Demonstrated ability to work with large and diverse teams and the ability to effectively provide guidance, direction, and supervision in all areas of contracted effort such as program management, systems engineering, major system acquisitions, and financial management.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Program Manager role at agile-defense?
The listed salary for this Program Manager position at agile-defense is USD 160K–170K. This is an Regular role.
Where is the Program Manager position at agile-defense located?
This Program Manager role at agile-defense is based in Suitland, MD. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Program Manager role at agile-defense full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Regular position. It is posted as a Program Manager role in the Operations & Program Management department at agile-defense.
Which team or department does the Program Manager at agile-defense belong to?
This Program Manager position is part of the Operations & Program Management department at agile-defense. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Program Manager job at agile-defense posted?
This Program Manager position at agile-defense was posted on Mar 20, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Program Manager
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