Program Manager

Nightwing•Sterling, VA

16d•$176,000 - $353,000•Onsite

About The Position

Nightwing is seeking an exceptional Program Manager to direct, manage, and administer all aspects of the Statement of Work (SOW), ensuring completion of program activities within established budget and schedule parameters. This role requires a proven senior-level leader with demonstrated Profit & Loss (P&L) responsibility who can bridge technical execution, stakeholder engagement, and program delivery while managing complex, large-scale operations supporting critical national security missions. This is a high-visibility, customer-facing leadership position requiring an individual who can manage programs with 100+ FTEs, navigate no-fail mission environments, and drive organizational success through strategic forecasting, financial acumen, and operational excellence. You will be accountable for the full business performance of the program from revenue growth and margin management to customer satisfaction and contract recompete positioning.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Management, Business Administration, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, IT, or related STEM field
Active Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
10+ years program management experience with demonstrated P&L responsibility
8+ years managing programs of similar size and scope (100+ FTEs, $50M+ budgets)
10+ years managing complex government contracts supporting national security missions
5-8 years cybersecurity, SOC, or cyber incident response experience
5-8 years detection engineering and automation experience
5-8 years IT services program management with Intelligence Community customers
Proven track record managing P&L for programs valued at $50M+ annually
Demonstrated success managing teams of 100+ personnel across multiple disciplines
Deep experience with financial forecasting, variance analysis, and strategic planning
Extensive knowledge of FAR/DFARS, contract types, and government acquisition processes
Working knowledge of cybersecurity operations, IT service delivery, and technical program execution
Experience with CDRL management, Service Level Objectives, Service Level Agreements, award fee, and financial reporting
Understanding of program execution including scheduling, risk management, and quality assurance
Exceptional customer-facing skills with proven ability to build and maintain C-suite and senior government relationships
Demonstrated success in no-fail mission environments requiring rapid decision-making
Track record of program growth through customer satisfaction and mission expansion
Strong executive presence with ability to brief senior military and civilian leadership
Experience managing in matrixed organizations with multiple stakeholders

Nice To Haves

Experience within Intelligence Community and mission partner environments
Advanced degrees (MBA, MS) or certifications in business, finance, or program management
At least one: CISSP, CISM, CCISO, GCDA, Security+ CE, CySA+, or equivalent certification
Experience with ITIL, COBIT, ISO, or other IT service management frameworks
Background supporting classified programs at TS/SCI level
Prior experience managing contract recompetes and business development activities
Experience in Agile/DevSecOps environments
Track record of winning awards for program performance or customer satisfaction

Responsibilities

Direct and manage all contract deliverables, milestones, and performance metrics for programs with 100+ full-time equivalents (FTEs)
Ensure SOW requirements are met within budget and schedule constraints in support of no-fail national security missions
Develop and maintain comprehensive program documentation, schedules, and reporting artifacts
Leverage tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, and specialized tracking systems (e.g., ServiceNow)
Oversee contract compliance including CDRLs, Service Level Agreements, financial tracking, and subcontractor management
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across program execution processes
Serve as primary point of contact and trusted advisor for Government customers and senior leadership
Interface directly with Customer, mission partners, and other Intelligence Community stakeholders
Provide executive-level updates, program status reporting, and strategic recommendations
Build and maintain strong customer relationships that expand program scope and effectiveness
Navigate complex stakeholder environments with competing priorities and requirements
Anticipate customer needs and proactively address concerns before they become issues
Represent the organization at high-level customer forums and program reviews
Lead, mentor, and develop cross-functional teams of 100+ personnel including engineering, operations, maintenance, and administrative staff
Manage subcontractors and ensure performance to contract standards
Ensure team maintains readiness to support dynamic mission environments and surge requirements
Foster collaborative, mission-focused culture emphasizing accountability and excellence
Conduct performance management, succession planning, and talent development
Drive employee engagement and retention in high-ops tempo environments
Identify, assess, and aggressively mitigate program risks in no-fail mission environments
Develop and implement contingency plans to ensure mission continuity
Ensure quality assurance and operational readiness across all deliverables
Navigate technical, schedule, and resource constraints while maintaining mission focus
Support crisis management and rapid response to emerging mission requirements
Balance mission urgency with sustainable operations and team well-being
Develop accurate short-term and long-term financial and operational forecasts
Conduct pipeline analysis and opportunity assessment for program growth
Support business development efforts with win strategy, pricing, and capture activities
Anticipate market trends, customer priorities, and competitive landscape shifts
Develop strategic roadmaps aligned with customer mission evolution
Position program for sustained growth and contract recompete success