Automation Program Director - Active TS/SCI Clearance

TOMORROW HIRE•Reston, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly driven Automation Program Director to support a mission-critical Intelligence Community automation initiative. This role focuses on leading the delivery of intelligent automation solutions that improve operational efficiency and accelerate mission outcomes within classified government environments. The ideal candidate combines strong program leadership expertise with hands-on knowledge of robotic process automation (RPA), Agile delivery, and stakeholder engagement in federal environments. This role requires direct collaboration with DIA stakeholders, technical teams, and executive leadership to ensure successful delivery of high-impact automation programs.

Requirements

5+ years of experience leading IT, software, or automation programs, including at least 2 years supporting Robotic Process Automation (RPA) or intelligent automation initiatives in federal environments
Active TS/SCI clearance required
Demonstrated ability to lead complex programs in ambiguous, fast-moving operational environments and make effective decisions under pressure
Strong communication and client engagement skills with experience interfacing directly with government leadership and mission stakeholders
Active PMP certification or equivalent program management certification required
Experience with Agile methodologies and tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar platforms
Working knowledge of UiPath and intelligent automation concepts sufficient to collaborate effectively with technical delivery teams
Strong ownership mentality, execution focus, adaptability, and ability to drive outcomes without excessive process overhead
Able to work on-site in Reston Town Center, VA, with occasional travel to the National Harbor area as required

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting DIA or Intelligence Community programs
PMI-ACP or SAFe Agilist certification
Experience establishing or supporting an RPA Center of Excellence (CoE)
Knowledge of NIST 800-53 and classified systems environments
Familiarity with FAR/DFARS in a GovCon environment
Prior experience managing automation or digital transformation programs within the Intelligence Community

Responsibilities

Own automation delivery from initial problem statement through deployment and sustainment supporting DIA workflows and operational missions.
Serve as the primary interface with government stakeholders and act as a trusted advisor on execution, delivery performance, mission priorities, and program risk.
Lead Agile delivery efforts, maintain execution momentum, remove blockers rapidly, and ensure sprint objectives and operational timelines are met.
Manage core program artifacts including Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), Monthly Status Reports (MSRs), Quarterly Business Review (QBR) inputs, risk tracking, and execution reporting.
Prioritize automation backlogs alongside business process engineers and developers based on mission impact, operational urgency, and technical feasibility.
Support proposal development efforts including staffing plans, technical approaches, automation strategy inputs, and past performance contributions.
Lead and coordinate cross-functional automation teams operating in fast-paced classified environments while maintaining accountability and delivery focus.