DHS Sr. Director, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure & National Security Programs

GD Information Technology•Herndon, VA

8h•Hybrid

About The Position

GDIT is seeking a senior program leader for a portfolio supporting DHS CISA, USSS, and the NLMS Portfolio within its Intelligence and Homeland Security Division and DHS Sector. The Sr. Program Director leads a diversified IT and mission portfolio, ensures strong customer and employee outcomes, and partners with Business Development, Capture, and Solution teams to grow the business and attract and retain talent. As the senior leader of a profit-and-loss business, the role sets strategic direction aligned with Sector and Division strategies and oversees a high-growth portfolio.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship is required.
At least 10 years of related experience, including experience leading programs or portfolios of similar or greater size.
Profit and loss responsibility for program(s) exceeding $50 million.
In-depth knowledge of the DHS mission and market, especially DHS headquarters, CISA, and other national security customers.
Demonstrated ability to develop, grow, and maintain broad customer relationships.
Ability to coordinate, manage, and supervise activities related to Business Area operations and strategy.
Ability to manage and lead a geographically diverse team.
Experience driving organic and new business growth, including leading large-scale new business pursuits exceeding $125 million.
Ability to engage effectively with C-suite leadership.
Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced, growth-focused environment and motivate teams through extended and challenging periods.
Excellent communication skills, including customer and board-level briefings.
Strong working relationships with current DHS leaders and decision makers.
Strong collaboration and a team-player approach.
Significant proposal preparation and costing/pricing analysis skills.
Knowledge of enterprise IT strategies and technologies.
Comprehensive knowledge of relevant corporate and government regulations and standards.
Experience serving the broader DHS market.
Willingness to travel.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in information technology, business, or a related discipline.
Master's degree.
Prior experience as a DHS federal employee.
DHS Entry on Duty (EoD).

Responsibilities

Lead the portfolio and set the strategic and operating plan for one of three Sector business areas or portfolios.
Manage portfolio finances and profit and loss responsibility, meeting or exceeding financial targets.
Provide customer and technical oversight to ensure customer satisfaction and employee engagement.
Drive business growth with Sector and Division resources, delivering a strong book-to-bill, re-compete wins, and year-over-year new business growth.
Ensure alignment with Sector, Division, and company strategies and objectives.
Supervise technical and administrative staff, including subordinate supervisors, and handle personnel actions such as hiring and performance evaluations.
Develop, grow, and maintain customer relationships, including engaging senior clients to anticipate and influence policy and trends.
Coordinate and manage Business Area operations and strategy, including large-scale new business pursuits.
Deliver customer and board-level briefings.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages.
401(k) with company match.
Competitive pay and paid time off.
Medical plan options, including some with Health Savings Accounts.
Dental plan options.
Vision plan.
Flexible work weeks where possible.
Paid vacation, sick, personal, holiday, parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
Short- and long-term disability benefits.
Life insurance and other insurance offerings, including accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance.
Career development opportunities, including an AI-powered career tool and internal mobility support.