Senior Director, Technology Program Management

Peraton•Reston, VA

2d•$229,000 - $366,000

About The Position

Peraton is seeking an experienced Senior Program Manager to lead the successful delivery of Enterprise IT and Cybersecurity Services for a Department of Energy client. This role is responsible for overall task order execution, including technical delivery, contract compliance, financial performance, and stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate has a strong background in federal IT programs, cybersecurity frameworks, and managing large, multi-disciplinary teams.

Requirements

18 years of experience (10+ years of experience managing large-scale federal IT programs.)
Proven experience delivering enterprise IT and cybersecurity services.
Strong knowledge of federal cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST RMF, FISMA).
Experience managing contracts with values of $100M+.
PMP (Project Management Professional) certification or equivalent.
Active security clearance (Q)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Business Administration, or related field
Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) in federal environments.
Familiarity with Zero Trust Architecture and modern cybersecurity practices.
ITIL certification or experience with IT service management frameworks.
Experience with DevSecOps and Agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

Provide overall leadership and direction for a complex IT and cybersecurity services program.
Manage all aspects of program delivery, ensuring alignment with contract requirements, SLAs, and performance metrics.
Oversee integrated project schedules, resource allocation, risk management, and quality assurance.
Serve as the primary point of contact for government stakeholders and contracting officers.
Build and maintain strong relationships with client leadership and key stakeholders.
Lead program reviews, briefings, and status meetings with senior government officials.
Oversee delivery of enterprise IT services (e.g., network operations, cloud services, service desk, infrastructure).
Ensure cybersecurity services align with federal standards (e.g., NIST, FISMA, Zero Trust architecture).
Guide implementation of secure, scalable, and resilient IT solutions.
Manage program budget, forecasting, and financial performance (P&L responsibility).
Ensure compliance with contract terms, FAR/DFAR regulations, and company policies.
Oversee subcontractor performance and vendor management.
Lead and mentor a diverse team of technical, operational, and project management professionals.
Drive a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Support recruitment, retention, and professional development of staff.
Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks and issues.
Ensure compliance with security requirements, audits, and regulatory standards.
Maintain documentation and reporting required for contract and organizational governance.