Deputy Program Manager

Agile Defense • Fort Huachuca, AZ

12h • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Deputy Program Manager to support a large scale Department of the Army IT Service Delivery contract. The DPM will partner with the Program Manager to oversee contract execution, ensure high quality service delivery, and maintain operational excellence in a complex, fast paced defense IT environment. This role is essential to sustaining mission readiness, continuity of operations, and the successful delivery of enterprise IT services supporting thousands of users.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Business, Management, or related field.
• PMP or PgMP certification required
• 3+ years of program leadership experience.
• Proven leadership that empowers teams and drives high performance.
• Ability to collaborate across diverse organizations and stakeholder groups.
• Strong organizational, time management, and analytical skills.
• Working knowledge of IT technologies, vendors, and enterprise products.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, data analysis tools, and project management software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven experience in program or project management within federal, defense, or enterprise IT environments.
• Strong understanding of IT service delivery, service management frameworks, and operational support models.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage complex technical operations.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and organizational skills.
• Secret Clearance, Must Have Clearance to Start

Nice To Haves

• ITIL certification preferred
• Experience with federal contracting, FAR, and SBA related processes
• Experience supporting Department of the Army IT programs.
• Familiarity with enterprise service management tools and performance dashboards.
• Ability to operate effectively in high tempo, mission critical environments.

Responsibilities

• Support the Program Manager in daily leadership of a multi-disciplinary IT service delivery team across multiple disciplines.
• Oversee contract performance, staffing, resource allocation, and adherence to SLAs.
• Lead internal and customer meetings, briefings, and communications.
• Serve as acting Program Manager when required.
• Serve as a primary liaison with the Prime Contractor, government stakeholders, and internal teams.
• Ensure clear communication, alignment with mission objectives, and responsiveness to evolving requirements.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve program goals and support regional growth initiatives.
• Identify opportunities for program improvement and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Establish and enforce policies, procedures, and performance standards.
• Monitor program metrics, prepare reports, and support data driven decision making.
• Ensure the quality, accuracy, and timeliness of all deliverables.
• Support resource planning, scheduling, and tasking of technical and functional specialists.
• Ensure efficient use of personnel and budget resources.
• Assist with budget development, tracking, and financial performance oversight.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate technical, operational, and financial risks.
• Ensure compliance with contractual, regulatory, and security requirements, including cybersecurity policies and standards.
• Lead and mentor technical and project staff throughout all phases of the program.
• Provide guidance, performance feedback, and professional development support.
• Ensure successful integration and execution of all program segments and services.

Benefits

• Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental.
• Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots.
• Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together.
• Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level