Program Manager
Job ID#: 26-1103
Clearance: Top Secret with SCI eligibility
Location: Herndon, VA
Who We Are:
Since our inception back in 2006, Navitas has grown to be an industry leader in the digital transformation space, and we’ve served as trusted advisors supporting our client base within the commercial, federal, and state and local markets.
What We Do:
At our very core, we’re a group of problem solvers providing our award-winning technology solutions to drive digital acceleration for our customers! With proven solutions, award-winning technologies, and a team of expert problem solvers, Navitas has consistently empowered customers to use technology as a competitive advantage and deliver cutting-edge transformative solutions.
What You’ll Do:
Navitas is seeking a highly experienced Program Manager (PM) to lead a mission-critical Department of Defense (DoD) technology modernization initiative. The Program Manager will serve as the overall lead and single point of accountability for Task Order (TO) performance, ensuring successful execution of contractual requirements, program deliverables, and mission objectives.
The ideal candidate will bring strong experience managing complex Federal or DoD technology programs involving enterprise IT modernization, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, data integration, and technical governance. This role requires proven leadership in managing cross-functional teams, coordinating multiple contractors and Government stakeholders, and overseeing program execution across complex, multi-location environments.
The Program Manager will serve as the primary liaison with Government leadership, including the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), Technical Point of Contact (TPOC), and other authorized stakeholders.
Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
- Lead and oversee complex DoD technology modernization programs involving enterprise infrastructure, cloud platforms, cybersecurity, data environments, and digital transformation.
- Act as the primary liaison between Navitas and Government stakeholders, including COR, TPOC, and program leadership
- Provide leadership, management, coordination, and quality assurance across all contractor activities
- Direct and coordinate cross-functional teams operating across multiple locations and mission areas
- Ensure disciplined execution of program plans, schedules, and governance processes
- Deliver regular status briefings to Government leadership, including updates on cost, schedule, performance, and risk
- Maintain full program visibility and proactively manage risks, issues, and dependencies.
- Oversee enterprise technology governance activities, ensuring alignment with established architecture standards, organizational policies, and modernization objectives.
- Support the development and implementation of AI governance frameworks, policies, and lifecycle management processes, ensuring responsible AI adoption, regulatory compliance, risk management, and alignment with enterprise technology governance standards.
- Provide on-demand support during core hours, including real-time status reporting and issue resolution.
- Ensure compliance with DoD policies, contractual obligations, security requirements, and established program governance standards.
What You’ll Need:
- Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance with SCI eligibility.
- Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related discipline.
- 5+ years of recent experience managing programs, contracts, or task orders of similar size, scope, and complexity
- Demonstrated experience applying adaptive program management methodologies (e.g., Agile, hybrid Agile/Waterfall)
Proven ability to manage complex technology programs, cross-functional technical teams, and multiple contractor organizations.
Strong program execution skills, including budget oversight, resource planning, schedule management, risk mitigation, and performance reporting.
- Current certification such as PMP, PgMP, or equivalent from a recognized organization.
- Experience managing Federal or DoD technology modernization programs involving AI/ML integration, AI governance, enterprise data architecture, cloud platforms, or AI-enabled digital transformation initiatives.
Set Yourself Apart With:
- Experience supporting enterprise architecture and governance in federated or matrixed environments
- Familiarity with enterprise processes and standards across cloud platforms, data environments, cybersecurity, or digital modernization initiatives
- Experience supporting Federal Government or Department of Defense programs
- Proven ability to engage senior Government stakeholders and coordinate across multiple contractors and mission partners
Equal Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Navitas Business Consulting is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Navitas Human Resources.
Navitas is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Navitas.
