Deputy Program Manager

Omitron, Inc.•Colorado Springs, CO

7d•$180,000 - $220,000

About The Position

Omitron, Inc. is seeking a Deputy Program Manager to support the CROWN effort for the US Space Force in Colorado Springs, CO. This role will assist in the day-to-day execution and oversight of large-scale IT network infrastructure programs, working closely with the Program Manager to ensure mission success. The ideal candidate combines program management discipline with hands-on experience in complex network projects within a classified, defense-contracting environment.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship is required.
Security Clearance: Active Top Secret with SCI eligibility or the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Experience: 4+ years of project or deputy program management experience, and 4+ years' experience with large-scale IT network infrastructure programs.
Experience working in defense contracting and in a classified or highly regulated environment.
Experience coordinating cross-functional teams across technical and business disciplines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of briefing senior leadership and government customers.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
Proficiency in time management, task prioritization, and process improvement.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in a related field.
PMP certification or similar project management credential.
ITIL certification.
Experience with Agile and Scrum methodologies within defense contracting.
Hands-on experience with government contract execution, CDRL management, and stakeholder reporting.
Familiarity with MBSE, systems integration, and network verification and validation processes.
Experience supporting proposal development or contract negotiations.
Self-starter with strong problem-solving skills and a passion for leading high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

Assist the Program Manager in leading the end-to-end delivery of IT network infrastructure projects, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives are met across all Task Orders and Delivery Orders (TOs/DOs).
Support the development and maintenance of project plans, integrated master schedules (IMS), risk management plans, CDRLs, and executive-level status reports.
Coordinate with internal teams, government stakeholders, and defense contractors to align mission-critical objectives and comply with DoD and federal regulations.
Help oversee the design, deployment, and optimization of the CROWN network, ensuring security and regulatory compliance throughout the program lifecycle.
Serve as an alternate point of contact for key government and customer stakeholders, representing the program professionally in meetings and reviews.
Identify program risks and work with the Program Manager to develop and implement mitigation strategies to keep the program on track.
Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and program milestones, providing timely updates to program leadership.
Coordinate the development of program deliverables, facilitate cross-functional team collaboration, and resolve day-to-day project issues.
Support proposal development, contract negotiations, and resource planning activities as needed.
Manage subcontractors, budgets, invoices, and personnel assignments in coordination with the Program Manager.
Enforce internal processes and standards consistent with best practices and government guidelines.