Program Manager III

SOSi•Reston, VA

About The Position

SOS International LLC is seeking a highly skilled Program Manager to lead planning, coordination, and execution of mission‑critical operational support during public health emergencies and disasters. This position plays a primary role in rapidly mobilizing personnel, equipment, and logistics capabilities in support of federal response operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in emergency management, public health, public administration, logistics, or related field.
7 years experience managing emergency‑response, logistics, or operational programs.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate across multiple agencies and stakeholders.
Strong skills in program management, planning, budgeting, and performance evaluation.
Knowledge of Incident Command System (ICS)/National Incident Management System (NIMS), and federal emergency‑response frameworks.
U.S. citizenship required.
May have to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Secret clearance (depending on customer).

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in emergency management, public health, public administration, logistics, or related field.
10 years experience managing emergency‑response, logistics, or operational programs.
Experience supporting HHS, FEMA, DoW, DHS, or similar federal agencies.
Experience leading teams in high‑tempo operational environments.

Responsibilities

Leads the program’s daily operations, ensuring readiness, compliance, and mission alignment.
Develops program plans, performance metrics, and operational frameworks to support rapid deployment.
Conducts program reviews, risk assessments, and continuous‑improvement initiatives.
Maintains deployable readiness of contractor personnel, equipment, and logistical assets.
Coordinates company and team mobilization and demobilization activities during emergency activations.
Oversees resource tracking, supply‑chain coordination, and integration with federal response assets such as the Strategic National Stockpile (SNS).
Liaison with federal, state, local, tribal, territorial, and private‑sector partners.
Supports operational planning and information sharing during incidents and exercises.
Represents ERSS and SOSi in working groups, planning sessions, and interagency coordination forums.
Develops and maintains standard operating procedures, policies, and readiness documentation.
Prepares briefings, reports, and decision‑support materials for ASPR leadership.
Ensures program compliance with federal preparedness and response frameworks.
Manages program budgets, procurement actions, and contract deliverables.
Coordinates with SOSi contracting and financial officers to ensure timely and compliant task execution.
Monitors performance and ensure alignment with mission requirements.
Supervises program staff, subcontractors and vendors, providing mentorship and performance oversight.
Fosters a culture of readiness, accountability, and continuous improvement.