À propos de ce poste Cleared DHS IT Program Manager (5399) chez SMX
SMX is seeking a dynamic Sr. Program Manager to lead a large-scale, mission-critical IT modernization and transformation program for a federal agency focused on national security and law enforcement. The Program Manager will lead a large, multi-disciplinary team of experts in driving this transformation, ensuring the quality and timely delivery of a large-scale portfolio of projects. This role requires a strategic leader with deep technical expertise, exceptional problem-solving skills, and a proven ability to manage complex programs supporting critical government missions. This position is onsite in Camp Springs, Maryland and requires a Top-Secret clearance.
Essential Duties
- Oversee major segments of complex technology projects, including defining technical objectives, project goals, data requirements, and appropriate methodologies.
- Lead a large program (100+ FTEs) across multiple service domains, including enterprise integration, case management, DevSecOps, large data processing, and advanced analytics services.
- Direct the development, implementation, and integration of an enterprise architecture for the capture, storage, and sharing of sensitive data.
- Manage program schedules, budgets (exceeding $100M), staffing levels, and resource allocation to ensure successful delivery of all project outputs and deliverables.
- Provide strategic coaching and mentoring to senior executive staff on program governance, agile transformation, and organizational culture.
- Serve as the primary interface with senior government stakeholders, developing and maintaining strong customer relationships to ensure alignment and program success.
- Apply deep technical expertise to adapt to evolving requirements and guide teams in delivering innovative, cost-effective solutions using Agile and Lean methodologies.
Required Technical & Methodological Expertise:
- Demonstrated experience managing programs delivering DevSecOps, enterprise case management, and large-scale data analytics solutions in a cloud-native environment (e.g., AWS).
- Familiarity with programs leveraging modern data science techniques and technologies, including Natural Language Processing (NLP), Large Language Models (LLM), and Named Entity Recognition (NER), for processing sensitive data.
- Proven experience managing the development of systems built on containerized micro-services and modern, open-source technology stacks.
- Expert-level proficiency with SAFe Agile methodology and its application in large-scale federal software delivery programs.
Required Skills & Experience
- A minimum of 10 years of relevant program management experience.
- Proven track record leading large-scale federal programs with 100+ FTEs and budgets exceeding $100M.
- Program management experience within DHS.
- Strong capability in developing and maintaining customer relationships at the executive level.
- Active Top-Secret clearance.
- Active DHS Suitability clearance is required.
Education & Certification:
- Bachelor's degree required
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is desired
Application Deadline: 11-1-2026
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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.
At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.
We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.
SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.
Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).
