Program Manager w/Secret Clearance

TekSynap • Washington, DC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Program Manager leads delivery of enterprise IT programs supporting the Department of State Bureau of Diplomatic Security. This role oversees project execution, technical teams, and contract performance to ensure secure, compliant, and high-quality mission solutions.

Requirements

• 10+ years of IT program/project management experience (federal preferred)
• Experience supporting Department of State or similar agencies
• Strong background in Agile, DevSecOps, and cloud environments
• Knowledge of ATO, RMF, and federal compliance frameworks
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification, Agile, or equivalent certification
• Active Secret or Top Secret clearance required
• U.S. Citizen

Responsibilities

• Lead program delivery across Agile, DevSecOps, and SDLC initiatives
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, and performance metrics (e.g., Agile, EVMS)
• Oversee cloud, software development, and system integration efforts
• Ensure compliance with NIST, FISMA, FedRAMP, and DOS policies
• Direct cross-functional teams (engineering, cybersecurity, operations)
• Provide strategic planning, risk management, and stakeholder engagement
• Deliver program reporting, documentation, and continuous improvement

Benefits

• health
• dental
• vision
• 401K
• life insurance
• short-term and long-term disability plans
• vacation time
• holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees