Senior Program Manager – Intelligent Automation

Groundswell-posted 12 days ago

$133,407 - $229,455/Yr

Full-time • Mid Level

Hybrid • McLean, VA

251-500 employees

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Groundswell is seeking a Senior Program Manager with deep federal automation expertise to lead the implementation and expansion of our proprietary AI enabled audit facilitation platform. This individual will bring a strong foundation in Robotic Process Automation (RPA), Intelligent Automation, federal financial systems, and audit response operations, along with the strategic leadership to guide enterprise level adoption across complex DoD and civilian environments. Drawing on experience designing, developing, and deploying automation solutions, particularly with UiPath, enterprise financial systems, and audit workflows, the ideal candidate will serve as both a delivery leader and an automation visionary who can translate technical capabilities into mission aligned outcomes.

AI Product Implementation and Program Leadership Lead a team of 15+ in the end-to-end implementation of an AI enabled audit automation suite across federal organizations with the ability to lead multiple teams as we add additional customers.
Translate automation and AI capabilities such as document retrieval, sample response automation, workflow optimization, and predictive analytics into clear mission value for financial management, audit, and IT stakeholders.
Serve as the central liaison between product engineering, federal leadership, and cybersecurity or IT counterparts.
Manage program scope, milestones, risks, dependencies, and multi-year schedules for a high visibility audit transformation program.
Automation Delivery and Platform Expansion Oversee integration of intelligent automations with federal financial systems, systems of record, audit repositories, and workflow tools.
Guide architectural discussions around API connectivity, data governance, secure orchestration, and systemic controls that support enterprise scale automation.
Shape the roadmap for future platform capabilities, including automation centers of excellence, global deployments, and optimized audit response tooling.
Drive continuous process improvement to ensure high accuracy, reduced audit response time, and measurable operational savings.
Stakeholder Engagement and Change Leadership Build trusted relationships with Comptroller organizations, Fourth Estate leadership, financial managers, and technical teams.
Deliver recurring cost, schedule, and scope reporting and ensure program alignment with government objectives.
Champion user adoption, training, and organizational readiness tied to automation and AI driven enhancements.
Present automation strategies and outcomes to senior federal audiences to foster enterprise level adoption.

Minimum of 10 years' work experience in a technology related field
Master of Business Administration (MBA) or master's degree in another relevant subject area
Demonstrated experience managing, developing, and deploying federal automations, preferably across DoD, OSD, or Fourth Estate organizations.
Hands on or oversight experience with automation platforms such as UiPath and familiarity with Python, PL SQL, VB.NET, and financial system interfaces.
Deep understanding of the federal audit process, audit sample retrieval, and financial system data flows.
Experience coordinating with IT, cybersecurity, data governance, and enterprise architecture teams.
Ability to obtain and maintain a TS SCI clearance.
Local to the DC metro area; onsite support 3-4 days per week.

Experience planning, delivering, or integrating AI, intelligent document processing, predictive analytics, or automation products within federal financial environments.
Prior consulting or leadership experience supporting DoD Comptroller, Fourth Estate agencies, or major federal integrators.
Familiarity with enterprise data security frameworks, API ecosystems, and federal analytics architectures.

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
Flexible Spending Account
4% 401K Match (immediate vesting)
Paid Time Off
Tuition reimbursement, certification programs, and professional development
Flexible work schedule
On-site gym and childcare option

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