Program Manager

Job Description

ECS is seeking a Program Manager to work in our Fairfax, VA office.

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager with a specialty in Network and Computer Systems Administration (SME) to lead our Security Operations Support (SecOps) team under a mission-critical federal contract. This dual-role position combines subject matter expertise in secure infrastructure with program management leadership - delivering operational excellence, strengthening customer relationships, and driving growth opportunities for ECS.

The ideal candidate combines hands-on infrastructure administration, secure system engineering, vulnerability management, and documentation development, while supporting customer initiatives such as Continuous Diagnostics & Mitigation (CDM), Zero Trust, and cloud modernization.

This role is on-site/hybrid in Alexandria, VA.

Required Skills

• Proven experience as a program manager or technical lead in a federal contracting environment, FAC-COR III certified or equivalent, managing delivery and growing client accounts.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong client relationships, act as a trusted advisor, and serve as the primary customer interface.
• Experience cultivating customer trust, identifying additional needs, and recommending solutions that expand the scope of services and align with ECS business growth objectives.
• Track record of promoting team capabilities to stakeholders, fostering a culture of excellence, and contributing to ECS's reputation as a strategic partner.
• Deep technical expertise in secure administration of Linux, Windows, networks, databases, and hybrid cloud environments
• Familiarity with DHS Binding Operational Directives, FISMA, NIST SP 800-53, RMF, and CDM initiatives.
• Expertise in developing and maintaining A&A/RMF documentation and ensuring compliance with federal security frameworks.
• ISSO certification or equivalent experience performing ISSO duties.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and organizational skills, with the ability to influence at all levels and represent company interests effectively.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• 8+ IT Project Manager experience and experience in implementing or managing staff skilledin system and network administration with a strong cybersecurity focus.
• Relevant certifications strongly preferred: CISSP, ISSO, ITIL, Linux+, PMP, AWS/Azure security certifications.
• Experience supporting federal IT environments with hybrid cloud strategies.

Desired Skills

Program Management & Customer Engagement

Serve as the overall program lead, managing all technical and administrative aspects of the contract to ensure on-time, high-quality delivery.

Lead, mentor, and oversee a team of 5 technical staff, providing clear direction, coaching, and performance management.

Act as the primary customer interface, building and maintaining a strong, trusted relationship with the client, addressing their evolving needs, and proactively offering solutions.

Monitor and report on program performance, risks, and issues, and develop mitigation plans in partnership with both the client and internal leadership.

Ensure compliance with all contractual requirements, documentation deliverables, and federal security standards.

Represent ECS in customer meetings, stakeholder briefings, and strategic planning sessions, ensuring our capabilities and expertise are visible and aligned to the mission.

Identify and recommend new opportunities to expand our services within the program scope or adjacent areas, supporting ECS's growth goals

Technical Leadership

Lead or support Assessment & Authorization (A&A) processes for cloud and on-premises systems, including development and maintenance of accreditation packages and continuous monitoring activities.

Develop, maintain, and update cybersecurity documentation including System Security Plans (SSP), Privacy Impact Assessments (PIA), Contingency Plans, FIPS-199 categorizations, Security Impact Assessments (SIA), and Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M).

Perform vulnerability scanning and analysis using tools such as Tenable, CSAM, DBProtect, and HP WebInspect; validate findings, identify false positives, and recommend mitigations.

Support implementation of DHS initiatives such as CDM, including integration of tools such as SailPoint and CA Privileged Access Manager (PAM).

Monitor compliance with DHS Binding Operational Directives (BODs), FISMA requirements, and NIST SP 800-53 controls, reporting progress and gaps.

Analyze and interpret scan signatures, develop and maintain system baselines, and align configurations to support evolving security and operational requirements.

Develop and maintain metrics dashboards and visualizations to communicate vulnerability status, patch progress, and risk posture to stakeholders.

Collaborate with incident response teams to support investigations, provide log and system data, and assist with remediation and recovery actions.

Design and implement automation solutions for vulnerability assignment, patch tracking, and compliance reporting using scripting or orchestration tools.

Support Zero Trust and micro-segmentation principles in system and network architecture.

Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and regulatory changes to proactively adjust security posture and recommend improvements.

Mentor junior staff and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to drive secure modernization initiatives.

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ECS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis any characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local jurisdiction law.

ECS is a leading mid-sized provider of technology services to the United States Federal Government. We are focused on people, values and purpose. Every day, our 3800+ employees focus on providing their technical talent to support the Federal Agencies and Departments of the US Government to serve, protect and defend the American People.