Network Modernization Deputy Program Manager

General Dynamics Information Technology • Washington, DC

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

GDIT is partnering with the Department of Veterans Affairs to modernize and secure the enterprise network that supports millions of Veterans nationwide. As the Deputy Program Manager, you’ll help guide major modernization efforts that strengthen the VA’s IT and telecommunications capabilities. This is a leadership role focused on delivering reliable, secure, and innovative network services at enterprise scale.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience in network/telecom operations, engineering, or program delivery.
• Ability to lead cross‑functional teams and work in multi‑vendor environments.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with modern network technologies (SD‑WAN, WAN, VoIP/SIP, wireless).
• Must be able to obtain a Public Trust

Nice To Haves

• Experience with federal agencies or large enterprise infrastructure programs.
• PMP (must be willing and able to obtain within 6 months of start date)
• Familiarity with cybersecurity/compliance frameworks (NIST, TIC, RMF).
• Exposure to gateway/network design and modernization projects.
• CCNA / CCNP / CCIE
• SD‑WAN certifications
• Network+

Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of VA network modernization initiatives.
• Oversee delivery of solutions such as SD‑WAN, WAN/LAN upgrades, VoIP/SIP, and wireless enhancements.
• Coordinate design, architecture, implementation, and technical refresh activities.
• Help manage program performance, reporting, risks, and issue resolution.
• Support communication and alignment across VA stakeholders and technical teams.
• Contribute to innovation, technology evaluations, and continuous improvement.
• Mentor team members and assist with workflow coordination.
• Help drive program execution, ensuring milestones, quality standards, and customer expectations are met.
• Support major incident escalations in a 24×7 environment (as needed).

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages
• 401K with company match
• Competitive pay
• Paid time off
• Full flex work weeks where possible
• Variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave.
• Short and long-term disability benefits
• Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree