Program Integrator

CACI•Fort Meade, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

CACI is seeking two exceptional Program Integrators to pioneer the establishment of a groundbreaking Program Executive Office (PEO). This role offers a rare opportunity to architect the foundation of a mission-critical organization and leave your mark on the future of government innovation. The position is at the forefront of transforming how a major government agency approaches AI innovation and portfolio management. From day one, the role involves designing the operating model, influencing strategic decisions, and creating frameworks that enable rapid innovation at enterprise scale. This is ideal for individuals who thrive in dynamic, high-impact environments where their expertise directly shapes outcomes.

Requirements

TS/SCI w/appropriate POLY
Twelve (12) years of demonstrated combined experience in DoD program management, contract management, and/or financial management.
A bachelor’s degree with a business or technical focus is required. In lieu of a degree, Project Management Institute PMP certification, Contract Manager CPCM certification, or DAWIA Level III in any focus area, and an additional 3 years of directly related experience for a total of 15 years may be substituted.
Familiarity with Plan-It is preferred. In lieu of certification, an additional 3 years of directly related experience for a total of 18 years may be substituted.
Agile acquisition pathway experience.
Strong proficiency in agile execution frameworks (SAFe, PI Planning, Product Ownership).
Innovation-focused acquisition strategies over traditional program management.
In-depth knowledge of Maryland Customer acquisition, budgetary, and organizational dynamics.
Proven track record designing and implementing portfolio management frameworks in fast-paced environments.
Expertise in agile acquisition methods and innovation-focused program execution.
Strong communicator who can influence stakeholders at all levels.
For the Lead Position: Deep, demonstrable experience with the Maryland customer's operational environment.
For the Lead Position: Established relationships and credibility within the agency.
For the Lead Position: Ability to translate complex agency dynamics into actionable strategies immediately.
Intermediate proficiency with MS Excel is required to include demonstrated use of pivot tables, slicers, and pivot charts.

Responsibilities

Design and implement cutting-edge portfolio management operating models from the ground up.
Build intake processes, prioritization frameworks, investment decision gates, and governance structures that accelerate mission delivery.
Apply process improvement methodologies to establish agile, scalable frameworks in a high-velocity innovation environment.
Leverage deep understanding of Maryland-based agency acquisition, budgetary, and organizational ecosystems.
Bridge the gap between industry best practices and agency realities, identifying and overcoming institutional barriers.
Utilize existing fluency in agency processes to meet aggressive standup timelines.
Deploy emerging acquisition pathways aligned with AI and innovation portfolios, such as Other Transaction Authorities (OTA), rapid prototyping, continuous improvement models, and flexible funding approaches.
Apply agile execution frameworks (SAFe, PI Planning, Product Ownership) to drive innovation-focused acquisition strategies.
Enable transformative outcomes by moving beyond traditional program management.