DEPUTY PROGRAM MANAGER

VSolvit•Ventura, CA

37d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Deputy Program Manager is responsible for supporting and managing complex program teams working on large programs. Must interface across the SME’s and customers in an environment where the workforce is skilled, valued and specialized in the applications. Serves as the key management link across the programs but with the ability to navigate and understand technical project concepts and challenges. Acts as the interface from VSolvit management to the customer at a local level as required. Oversees staff that handles day to day operations. Provides capture management and support for follow on and new opportunities related to existing programs. As with any position, additional expectations exist. Some of these are, but are not limited to, adhering to normal working hours, meeting deadlines, following company policies as outlined by the Employee Handbook, communicating regularly with assigned supervisor, and staying focused on the assigned tasks.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years’ experience
Demonstrated 5+ years of technical software development supervisory experience
Demonstrated 4+ years’ Project Management supporting DoD or other federal technology programs including Cost Plus, Fixed Price and T&M contracts
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills
United States Citizenship Required
Must have an Active DoD Secret clearance OR ability to reactive a clearance held within the past 24 months
PMP or similar project management related certification
Ability to work a hybrid schedule
If applicable: If you are or have been recently employed by the U.S. government, a post-employment ethics letter will be required if employment with VSolvit is offered

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated 5+ years of related technical and supervisory experience
Demonstrated 4+ years’ Project Management supporting DoD or other federal technology initiatives
Demonstrated experience in management, and multi-task / multi-function projects
Demonstrated working knowledge of Department of Defense and/or federal procurement practices.
Demonstrated team builder with strong people skills, experienced in creating and maintaining cohesive teams
Experience in preparing reports and presenting briefings to customer and company executives
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
DoD with US Navy experience is a plus
Demonstrated knowledge of CMMI
Process analysis and process improvement experience

Responsibilities

Responsible for program management of assigned projects and programs
Lead work accomplishment across multiple programs and multiple SMEs
Identifies all possible challenges and institutes corrective actions to address them
Defines and institutes strategic and operational goals to achieve desired performance
Manages project team(s) to formulate and track task plans and deliverables
Ensures conformance with program task schedules and costs. Identifies, analyzes and defines project/program requirements and scope
Oversees assigned projects and programs to ensure standards and processes are adhered to, and process improvement opportunities are executed
Ensures CMMI compliance requirements are implemented and adhered to
Communicates effectively across a wide variety of technical and non-technical audiences
Exercises delegated authority for planning, directing, coordinating, administering, and executing many routine and complex projects/programs
Establishes and maintains customer relationships and acts as technical support liaison for all Customers
Develop intimacy with customers and business partners; generates and maintains revenue of business lines
Manages project financials and contract deliverables