Program Manager, Principal

Torch Technologies, Inc.•Texas - Randolph AFB, TX

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Torch Technologies is seeking a Program Manager, Principal to join a team to support the development and sustainment of systems assigned to the Air Force Human Resources Systems Division at Randolph AFB, TX. As a Program Manager, Principal your duties will include the following, but are not limited to: Provide the expertise and support associated with existing legacy (sustainment) programs and new acquisition programs. Essential support for the Government involves user understanding and engagement along with strategic planning capabilities, including support provided to the HR Systems Division for strategic and enterprise planning activities. Providing consulting and executive support to defense/Government programs and personnel. Providing executive knowledge and insight on Governmental issues. Performing analysis and developing recommendations that may have substantial impact on Governmental programs, processes and activities; and, Providing key insight into Governmental plans, policies, processes, management strategies and systems acquisition. Identify and advise on acquisition strategies following principles outlined in both DoW 5001, the Business Capabilities Lifecycle and Performance Based Service contracts. Outline policy disconnects, policy interpretation, and management of all acquisition efforts. Advise the PM on best practice PM principles to achieve substantial process improvements, efficiencies, and potential cost avoidance. Analyze acquisition issues and develops risk reduction and mitigation approaches for improving program planning, control, and execution. Advise on responses to governance and MDA requirements, Higher Headquarters (HHQ) engagements, and other oversight required to support the acquisition process.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship is required.
Master’s or Doctorate Degree in a related field and 20 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 12 years of which must be in the DoW.
OR, bachelor’s degree in a related field and 25 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 15 of which must be in the DoW.
OR, 30 years of directly related experience with proper certifications as described in the PWS labor category performance requirements, 20 of which must be in the DoW.
Experience in providing program oversight and developing documentation and an IMS to support the acquisition of new IT business systems and capabilities IAW DoWI 5000.75
Knowledge and/or experience managing Agile Software Development Methodology projects.
Knowledge and/or experience using Agile tools (JIRA, Confluence, etc.).
Secret Clearance and the ability to maintain. (required to start)

Nice To Haves

Highly proficient with computers and software applications to include Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook, etc.), expert attention-to-detail & highly organized.
Knowledge and/or experience with Oracle-based IT systems.
Knowledge and/or experience with Air Force Human Resources and Payroll systems.
PMP or DAWIA Program Management Certifications
CompTIA Security + Certification

Responsibilities

Provide the expertise and support associated with existing legacy (sustainment) programs and new acquisition programs.
Essential support for the Government involves user understanding and engagement along with strategic planning capabilities, including support provided to the HR Systems Division for strategic and enterprise planning activities.
Providing consulting and executive support to defense/Government programs and personnel.
Providing executive knowledge and insight on Governmental issues.
Performing analysis and developing recommendations that may have substantial impact on Governmental programs, processes and activities.
Providing key insight into Governmental plans, policies, processes, management strategies and systems acquisition.
Identify and advise on acquisition strategies following principles outlined in both DoW 5001, the Business Capabilities Lifecycle and Performance Based Service contracts.
Outline policy disconnects, policy interpretation, and management of all acquisition efforts.
Advise the PM on best practice PM principles to achieve substantial process improvements, efficiencies, and potential cost avoidance.
Analyze acquisition issues and develops risk reduction and mitigation approaches for improving program planning, control, and execution.
Advise on responses to governance and MDA requirements, Higher Headquarters (HHQ) engagements, and other oversight required to support the acquisition process.