Sr. Project Management & Governance Specialist

Castellum • Arlington, VA

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About The Position

GTMR is seeking a Senior Program Management and Governance Specialist to provide subject matter expertise in Army Staff (ARSTAF) functions and processes, helping the Directorate of Army Operations-Special Operations (DAMO-SO) support the Army. The role coordinates with staff elements across the Department of Defense, including OSD, OUSD, the Joint Staff, and HQDA, to manage compartmentalized, sensitive, and non-kinetic activities. The specialist contributes to strategies, policies, and resource-prioritization recommendations that support mission objectives.

The position provides guidance and analysis to DAMO-SO leadership, develops recommendations for integrating activities into Army Campaign Plan objectives and Multi-Domain Operations tenets, researches inquiries from Congress and other higher authorities, and prepares briefings and official documentation. It also tracks Congressional actions and tasks in relevant Army systems. The role requires an active TS/SCI clearance, substantial DoD and HQDA-level program management experience, and the ability to travel in support of DAMO-SOW requirements.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• 15 or more years of U.S. DoD experience, including expertise in managing compartmentalized and sensitive activities.
• At least 4 years of experience in HQDA-level program management.
• Ability to travel in support of DAMO-SOW requirements.
• Strong understanding of HQDA processes and systems, including ARSTAF functions.
• Expertise in operational and strategic planning related to non-kinetic activities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills consistent with AR 25-50 and DA Memo 25-52.
• Proficiency in preparing and delivering comprehensive briefings and reports.
• Skill in tracking and prioritizing tasks in fast-paced environments.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• In-depth knowledge of military documentation processes, JCIDS, PPBE, and MDO frameworks.
• Familiarity with key stakeholders, including OSD, Joint Staff, ARCYBER, and TRADOC.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance on compartmentalized, sensitive, and non-kinetic activities to inform DAMO-SO leadership.
• Deliver strategic and operational recommendations for integrating activities into Army Campaign Plan objectives and Multi-Domain Operations tenets.
• Conduct operational analysis and provide expert input on Army strategies, policies, and resource allocation.
• Research inquiries from Congress and other higher authorities and draft responses concerning sensitive activities.
• Prepare briefings, decision papers, policy documents, staffing packages, and EXORDs to support DAMO-SO initiatives.
• Track and manage Congressional actions and tasks in relevant Army systems, such as ETMS2 and CATMS.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior