Program Manager (Acquisition SME)

PTF Consulting • Fort Belvoir, VA

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About The Position

Program Manager (Acquisition SME) We are seeking a Program Manager (Acquisition SME) to serve as a senior advisor and lead supporting Defense Business Systems (DBS) and IT capability lifecycles. This role will oversee complex, multi-functional teams and provide leadership across contract operations, acquisition strategy, compliance, and digital transformation initiatives . This position is contingent upon contract award.

Requirements

• PMP or equivalent senior-level Project Management certification OR relevant degree in Project Management
• DAWIA Advanced / Level III / Professional Certification in: Program Management OR Contracting
• 15+ years of experience in: Program management, Government acquisition
• 10+ years supporting DoD or DLA in DBS acquisition lifecycle management
• Demonstrated experience with: Developing acquisition strategies Analyzing source documentation Authoring acquisition documentation Ensuring compliance with the Adaptive Acquisition Framework (DoDI 5000.02)
• 15+ years of progressively responsible leadership in IT or consulting environments Including experience supporting major acquisition milestones and portfolio reviews
• Master's degree in a relevant field, such as: MBA, Management, Information Technology, Public Administration, Project Management, Related discipline

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting ACAT I / BCAT I programs
• Ability to educate and guide teams on DoDI 5000 compliance
• Experience with: Lean Six Sigma Business Process Reengineering (BPR) Continuous Process Improvement (CPI)
• Experience implementing: Agile methodologies DevSecOps within the DoD acquisition lifecycle

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior advisor for DBS and IT capability lifecycle management
• Lead and oversee large, multi-functional teams and day-to-day contract operations
• Drive strategic planning, risk mitigation, and performance tracking
• Ensure acquisition and procurement compliance across programs
• Conduct independent programmatic reviews and support portfolio oversight
• Lead initiatives in: Business Process Reengineering (BPR) Organizational Change Management (OCM) Digital transformation outcomes
• Capture and implement lessons learned across programs
• Support development and execution of acquisition strategies and documentation

What This Job Offers

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