Senior Program Manager with PMP Certification

Premier Enterprise Solutions•Baltimore, MD

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Senior Program Manager Premier Enterprise Solutions is seeking an experienced Program Manager (PM) to lead the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Information Security and Privacy Group (ISPG), Privacy, Risk, and Information Security Management (PRISM) programs. This contract integrates key objectives from Privacy Policy Support, CyberGeek platform maintenance, and Enterprise Cybersecurity Awareness and Training initiatives to ensure a unified and effective approach to security and privacy management. The PM serves as the central point of contact with CMS for all aspects of program delivery, risk management, performance, and communication. Working closely with Technical Leads, this individual ensures program goals are achieved on schedule, within scope, and in compliance with contract requirements. The ideal candidate brings a deep understanding of CMS, privacy operations, training, and policy, as well as experience leading multi-stakeholder programs focused on the application of Agile principles to ensure continuous iteration and improvement as well as the implementation of AI automation solutions.

Requirements

10+ years of experience leading complex federal programs, with at least 7 years in program management supporting healthcare, cyber, training, IT or PMO initiatives.
Proven experience managing program delivery, risk, and compliance within a federal contracting environment.
Demonstrated track record of implementing Agile development methodologies and frameworks to improve functionality and effectiveness.
Strong understanding of CMS or HHS organizational structure, program operations, and policy frameworks.
Demonstrated ability to lead diverse teams, manage subcontractors, and drive results under tight deadlines.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, including experience briefing senior government officials
Experience with organizational change management and stakeholder engagement
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, public health, or related field.

Nice To Haves

Cyber Security and Privacy Policy Expertise (Preferred)
IT or Cyber Training (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Apply Agile principles to policy development to ensure continuous iteration and improvement.
Provide project management oversight for policy development and implementation.
Develop, maintain, and update CMS privacy and security policies to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
Deliver subject matter expertise in security risk management and privacy policy development.
Implement quality assurance measures and performance reporting.
Coordinating closely with the technical leads to ensure alignment across all program activities, including requirements, delivery, budget, and performance.
Organize, direct, and provide oversight for the contract, ensuring objectives are met and client expectations are exceeded.
Serve as the primary point of contact with CMS for all program risks, issues, and communications.
Oversee daily program operations, managing priorities, timelines, and resources to deliver high-quality outcomes.
Provide clear direction to project teams and subcontractors, fostering accountability and collaboration.
Act as a trusted partner and advisor to CMS leadership, providing updates, reports, and recommendations to address risks and improve outcomes.
Communicate program progress and challenges clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Facilitate collaboration among CMS components, subcontractors, and other program partners.
Apply a strong understanding of CMS policies, operations, and priorities, including knowledge Ensure program activities align with CMS's broader goals around modernization, service efficiency, and data-driven decision-making.
Anticipate program needs and emerging risks, providing proactive recommendations or improvement.
Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Mentor team members and cultivate strong working relationships with CMS counterparts.