Senior Technical Project Manager (FedRamp)

Second Front Systems is looking for an experienced, accreditation-focused Senior Technical Project Manager to strengthen our federal delivery and compliance operations.

Operating at the intersection of defense software deployment and federal security requirements, you will be responsible for driving the VA deployment pathway through FedRamp authorization and accreditation gates.

You will coordinate security documentation, manage compliance timelines, and interface with VA authority representatives to meet accreditation milestones, ensuring that Second Front Systems achieves FedRamp authorization and operational deployment into VA environments on schedule.

We need someone capable of navigating FedRamp security control requirements and federal assessment processes; translating technical security capabilities into compliance artifacts that satisfy authorizing officials; and managing competing priorities across engineering, security, and federal stakeholder demands.

As a key partner to federal customers, internal product teams, and third-party assessment organizations, you will establish the operational pathway that enables Second Front Systems to serve the warfighter through authorized federal systems, serving as the mission lead who owns delivery accountability for federal compliance and deployment.

Note: Candidates must reside in one of our approved hiring hubs:
• DC/Maryland/Virginia
• Denver/Colorado Springs, CO

This is a full-time position.

What You'll Do
• Own program startup activities including WBS definition, business rhythm establishment, process definition, and infrastructure setup for contract compliance.
• Develop and maintain integrated master schedules, milestones, and dependencies across multi-stakeholder programs.
• Manage contract lifecycle activities including CDRL generation and delivery, modification tracking, and deliverable validation against contractual requirements.
• Orchestrate recurring status meetings, customer reviews, program reviews, and executive briefings with clear updates on program health and priorities.
• Monitor program financials including budget baselines, burn rates, EACs, and obligation timelines; flag variances and drive corrective actions.
• Synchronize with engineering, product, and security teams to ensure technical deliverables align with program requirements, schedules, and compliance standards.

What You Bring
• 15+ years of program management experience specifically within DoD acquisition and government contracting.
• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance or demonstrated immediate eligibility; U.S. citizenship required.
• Proven experience interfacing directly with senior government stakeholders and delivering executive-level briefings to DoD leadership.
• Demonstrated mastery of contract management, CDRL generation, schedule development (IMS), WBS definition, and ROM support.
• Expertise in integrated master schedule development, milestone tracking, and managing multi-stakeholder dependencies on complex government programs.
• Proficiency in program financial tracking including budget baseline management, burn rate analysis, EAC forecasting, and obligation timeline management.

Preferred

The base salary for this position will fall between $175,000 and $200,000. Your ultimate compensation will be determined by professional background, technical proficiency, seniority, and regional cost factors. Furthermore, this opportunity includes potential eligibility for equity awards and discretionary bonuses, rounding out a comprehensive total rewards offering.

Success at 2F Looks Like:
• A proactive and solutions oriented mindset
• Viewing obstacles as opportunities for growth
• Having a bias toward action and tangible, measurable results
• Being team-oriented with a focus on personal responsibility and autonomy

Perks & Benefits:
This role is a full time position. As a public benefit corporation, we’re a team of purpose-driven trailblazers transforming the future of U.S. national security. We hire the best to do their best and, as such, we are committed to providing the perks and benefits you need to be successful—both in- and outside the workplace.

Perks of Joining Our Team:
• Competitive salary
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
• 401(k) with a 3% company contribution
• Comprehensive wellness benefits, including a One Medical membership, mental health resources, family planning support, and more
• Equity incentive plan
• New hire technology and home office stipend
• Annual professional development stipend
• Flexible paid time off, plus all federal holidays
• Generous parental leave
• Flexible remote work opportunities
• Employee referral bonus program
Visit our careers page to learn more.

Who We Are:
Second Front Systems (2F) is a public-benefit software company powering software for the free world. We eliminate the friction that slows innovation, enabling faster, more secure development and deployment of software across government and regulated networks. Built by national security veterans and backed by top-tier venture capital, our platform is trusted by the world’s leading organizations to cut deployment timelines from years to weeks. We move fast, solve hard problems, and deliver trusted capabilities where they’re needed most. Our work strengthens global security and gives the United States and its allies a lasting competitive advantage. Learn more at secondfront.com.

One last thing:
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Are you ready to join our team:
To apply, click the “Apply for This Job” button at the top or bottom of this page and complete the application form. This position will remain open until filled, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

State notices:
Colorado:
In accordance with Colorado law, applicants may redact their date of birth, dates of attendance, and dates of graduation from any uploaded documents.
Maryland:
Under Maryland law, an employer may not require or demand, as a condition of employment, prospective employment, or continued employment, that an individual submit to or take a polygraph examination or similar test. An employer who violates this law is guilty of a misdemeanor and subject to a fine not exceeding $100.