
Program Manager III (Secret clearance Required)
Role summary
DirectViz Solutions (DVS) is seeking an experienced Program Manager III to provide cybersecurity engineering support for various defense programs within the DoD. This role focuses on engineering, acquisition, logistics, and cybersecurity support, overseeing all aspects of cybersecurity engineering services including analysis, secure design, test and evaluation, systems analysis, and life-cycle management. The Program Manager III will lead major technical support contracts, manage technical teams and subcontractors, develop cost estimates and schedules, and ensure alignment with the Systems Engineering V Model. A Bachelor's degree in a related field and extensive program and DoD contract management experience are required, along with a Secret clearance.
DirectViz Solutions (DVS) is a dynamic and rapidly growing government contractor committed to delivering innovative IT solutions that address the mission-critical needs of our government clients. Through the expertise and dedication of our talented team, we provide cutting-edge technology services designed to achieve success and exceed expectations.
At DVS, we prioritize our employees as our greatest asset. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive medical benefits, a 401(k) match, generous PTO accrual, professional development reimbursement, corporate-funded technology certifications, and robust employee recognition and appreciation programs.
We are seeking an experienced
Program Manager III
to provide
cybersecurity engineering support
for various defense programs. This role will focus on
engineering, acquisition, logistics, and cybersecurity support
across multiple programs, including but not limited to:
The
Program Manager III
will oversee all aspects of
cybersecurity engineering services
, including analysis, secure design, test and evaluation (T&E), systems analysis and assessment, and life-cycle management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage
major technical support contracts
within the DoD environment (Navy preferred).
- Develop
cost estimates, project schedules, and status reports
to support cybersecurity initiatives.
- Oversee
cybersecurity project implementation and maintenance
, tracking issues, scope changes, variances, and contingencies.
- Directly manage
technical teams
, ensuring alignment with program goals and objectives.
- Provide
subcontractor oversight
, ensuring compliance with contract requirements and performance expectations.
- Support
engineering and R&D efforts
related to cybersecurity mission areas.
- Ensure all work aligns with
the Systems Engineering V Model
across the system life cycle.
Qualifications:
- Education:
Bachelor’s degree in
engineering, Business/IT Management, Cybersecurity, or a related discipline.
- Experience:
- 15+ years
of full-time
program management
experience.
- 10+ years
of full-time
DoD contract management
experience, including managing major technical support contracts (Navy preferred).
- 5+ years
of experience in each of the following areas:
- Managing technical teams and project execution.
- Developing budgets, cost estimates, and project schedules.
- Overseeing cybersecurity engineering and research initiatives.
- Managing subcontractors (if applicable).
Clearance:
Active Secret or higher.
Preferred Skills & Certifications:
- Strong knowledge of
DoD acquisition and contractual processes
.
- Expertise in
Risk Management Framework (RMF)
and cybersecurity compliance.
- Familiarity with
Navy, Marine Corps, and Joint Forces cybersecurity initiatives
.
If you thrive on solving complex problems and building meaningful connections, we’d love to hear from you. Join our team and make an impact today!
Physical and Mental Qualifications:
- Maintain focus and awareness throughout scheduled working hours.
- Perform tasks requiring prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk, utilizing a computer, mouse, and keyboard.
- Lift and move objects weighing up to 15 pounds as needed.
- Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a strong command of the English language.
- Demonstrate the ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a team.
- Quickly learn and retain routine tasks and processes.
- Possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, business correspondence proficiency, and self-management capabilities.
- Perform the essential functions of the role satisfactorily; reasonable accommodation will be provided for employees with disabilities upon request.
- Accept and adapt to additional responsibilities or changes to assigned duties as determined by DirectViz Solutions (DVS).
DirectViz Solutions, LLC (DVS) is an equal opportunity employer who prohibits discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, , sex (including pregnancy), age, gender identity, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
DVS has a zero-tolerance policy for harassment, threats, coercion, discrimination, and intimidation. Employees may file a complaint or exercise any right protected by Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, or the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998.