Program Manager - Contingent

Aretum•McLean, VA

About The Position

This is a contingent position, meaning employment is dependent upon the successful award of the associated contract to Aretum and completion of any required background investigation or security clearance verification. Aretum is a mission-driven organization committed to delivering innovative, technology-enabled solutions to our customers across defense, civilian, and homeland security sectors. Our teams work at the intersection of strategy, technology, and transformation, helping agencies solve their most critical challenges. We believe in investing in our people and creating a culture where collaboration, inclusion, and professional growth are at the forefront. Our client is currently looking for a Program Manager to oversee a portfolio of government programs, provide leadership, strategic planning, and operational management. The ideal candidate will have experience in personnel support, welfare, and/or outreach initiatives. Someone with strong communications and marketing experience tailored to military and government audiences with an emphasis on brand management, digital marketing, and stakeholder engagement. This role will have a strong understanding of cloud technologies and have familiarity with various IT platforms relevant to government and defense sectors. A results-driven professional committed to excellence in program execution and client satisfaction.

Requirements

Master’s degree in business, management, or another field related.
10+ years of experience in planning, directing and implementing a large program of similar scope and complexity.
5+ years of experience in overseeing teams to provide user-centric digital solutions and experience for a varied end-user demographic within military or government sectors.
Experience crafting and executing marketing strategies tailored to military and government audiences, with emphasis on brand management, digital experience, and strategic outreach
Strong in contract management and can oversee financials at a program manager level.
Experience managing diverse teams in Department of Defense or other government agency complex information technology environments.
Familiarity with various IT platforms relevant to government and defense sectors
Current Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Active Top Secret Clearance
Applicants must be U.S. citizens or currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability Determination, depending on the agency’s background investigation requirements.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with government clients to develop innovative, mission-focused solutions that drive operational efficiency and effectiveness.
Create and refine digital products that meet client need with a strong focus on data analytics, user feedback, and continuous improvement of digital services, ensuring solutions are effective, user-friendly, and consistently enhanced to meet evolving end-user requirements.
Drive development and management of digital platforms, websites, or portals, all aimed at improving service delivery and fostering engagement for military or government personnel.
Provide management, direction, administration, quality assurance and leadership to ensure successful program outcomes.
Develop new programs to support the strategic direction of the organization. Create and manage long-term goals.
Manage diverse initiatives across domains such as Next Generation Analytics, Engineering Services, Training Services, IT Systems, Cyber Security, PMO Support, and Financial Consulting.