Program Director

Koniag Government Services

Program Director providing senior leadership across national security and technology-enabled programs at Koniag IT Systems. Responsible for translating organizational strategy into disciplined execution and strengthening program performance.

Posted 8/1/2026full-timeRemote • 🌎 Anywhere in the WorldLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in program management, operational transformation, and strategic oversight, with a strong focus on financial planning, stakeholder engagement, and compliance with federal regulations. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive performance improvements through data-driven decision-making and effective communication.

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Program ManagementFinancial PlanningOperational TransformationStakeholder EngagementActive Secret Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

Budget ManagementPerformance ManagementProcess ImprovementDigital TransformationAutomationAnalyticsAI-Enabled InitiativesGovernance StructuresRisk ManagementContractual Compliance

Soft Skills

Executive PresenceEffective CommunicationIndependent JudgmentTeam LeadershipRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

DashboardsData-Driven Decision MakingPerformance ReviewsService-Level ManagementCapacity Planning

Industry Keywords

National SecurityIntelligence CommunityDepartment of DefenseHomeland SecurityConsulting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide executive oversight for a portfolio of programs and strategic initiatives, establishing priorities, operating rhythms, governance structures, and measurable performance objectives.
Lead and develop program managers and cross-functional teams; establish clear accountability, strengthen succession planning, and promote a high-performance, inclusive culture.
Serve as a senior customer and stakeholder interface, building trusted relationships with government leaders, mission partners, subcontractors, and internal corporate functions.
Monitor program execution across scope, schedule, cost, quality, staffing, risk, and customer satisfaction; intervene early to resolve complex operational issues.
Direct financial planning and performance management, including budgets, forecasts, labor and vendor costs, margin improvement, and investment decisions.
Establish scalable management processes, dashboards, and executive reporting that enable data-driven decisions and transparent performance reviews.
Lead operational transformation initiatives that improve quality, speed, efficiency, and mission outcomes, including appropriate use of automation, analytics, and artificial intelligence.
Oversee subcontractor and vendor performance through structured governance, service-level management, capacity planning, quality controls, and corrective-action processes.
Ensure programs operate in accordance with contractual requirements, corporate policies, security obligations, records requirements, and applicable federal laws and regulations.
Partner with Business Development, Capture, Contracts, Finance, Human Resources, Security, and technical leadership to shape opportunities, support proposals, and transition new awards into execution.
Contribute to strategic planning, organizational design, workforce planning, and development of repeatable capabilities that can be applied across customers and programs.
Represent KGS in customer meetings, industry engagements, executive reviews, and other forums requiring sound judgment and effective communication.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, national security, intelligence studies, technology or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
10 or more years of progressively responsible experience in program management, operations, consulting, national security, intelligence, defense, technology, or a closely related environment.
5 or more years leading managers, multidisciplinary teams, or complex cross-functional programs.
Demonstrated experience managing significant budgets, operational resources, vendors or subcontractors, and measurable performance commitments.
Experience supporting U.S. Government customers, preferably within the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, homeland security, or other national security organizations.
Demonstrated ability to convert complex policy, regulatory, mission, or technical requirements into executable operating processes.
Experience leading organizational change, process improvement, digital transformation, automation, analytics, or AI-enabled operational initiatives.
Strong executive presence and the ability to communicate clearly with senior government officials, corporate executives, technical teams, and operational personnel.
Ability to manage competing priorities, exercise independent judgment, and lead effectively in a fast-paced, matrixed organization.
Active Secret security clearance and ability to maintain required eligibility.

Benefits

Comp & perks

health, dental and vision insurance
401K with company matching
flexible spending accounts
paid holidays
three weeks paid time off