Job#: 3033635 Job Description: Program Manager
Location: Boston, MA (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Permanent
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead a high-visibility, mission-critical program supporting the United States Air Force. This role involves directing a large-scale, upcoming program award, overseeing a portfolio valued at approximately $300M, and managing a team of around 130 personnel. The program focuses on delivering DevSecOps, cybersecurity, and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) capabilities for Air Force Mission Planning systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the overall execution of a large-scale Air Force program, ensuring excellence across technical, schedule, and cost objectives.
- Direct a workforce of approximately 130 personnel, including staff and subcontractor partners, to ensure mission alignment and performance.
- Oversee the delivery of DevSecOps pipelines, secure software development, and modernization initiatives supporting mission planning systems.
- Provide strategic oversight of cybersecurity engineering, accreditation activities, and compliance with security requirements.
- Manage FMS-related activities in coordination with international partners and program offices.
- Serve as the primary interface with senior clients, providing program updates, risk assessments, and strategic recommendations.
- Drive continuous improvement, innovation, and operational efficiency across all program elements.
- Ensure compliance with contractual requirements and financial management standards.
Required Qualifications
Education: A Bachelor's degree is required.
Experience: 10+ years of experience managing large-scale defense or federal programs, with demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary teams of 100+ personnel. Candidates must have prior experience directing programs of this scale and a background in DOD/DOW environments.
Technical Skills: Technical knowledge of DevSecOps, cybersecurity, and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) is required. Experience with defense systems is ideal.
Clearance: An active Top Secret (TS) clearance is required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting Air Force Mission Planning or similar C2/ISR programs.
- Background in FMS, international defense programs, or cross-service coordination.
- PMP, DAWIA, or equivalent program management certification.
- A Master's degree in engineering, cybersecurity, business, or a related field.
Compensation & Benefits
The salary range for this position is $200,000-$250,000 annually, with flexibility based on experience. Relocation assistance can be considered for this role if needed. A comprehensive benefits package is available.
This employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.
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