Program Director – STEAM TAC
WVU Online
Cyber Program Manager
MKS2 Technologies
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Dahlgren • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United States
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SeniorLead
Tech Stack
Cyber Security
About the role
- Provide strategic leadership and direction for all contract activities supporting Navy Cyber initiatives.
- Develop and manage cost estimates, project schedules, and comprehensive status and budget reports.
- Apply deep knowledge of acquisition, logistics support, risk management, and change control processes.
- Collaborate with Navy stakeholders to identify and coordinate new cybersecurity and IT system developments or enhancements.
- Evaluate cybersecurity design alternatives, conduct market research, and recommend optimal solutions.
- Track, monitor, and communicate project issues, scope changes, and risks throughout all project phases.
- Develop and maintain detailed program management plans, performance metrics, and monthly financial reports.
- Lead multidisciplinary teams of technical, cybersecurity, and engineering professionals; assign tasks, evaluate performance, and foster collaboration.
- Engage with Navy leadership to define technical requirements and align deliverables with mission objectives.
- Oversee cybersecurity solution design and integration, ensuring compliance with DoD 8500-series policies, RMF, and platform-specific requirements.
- Proactively manage project risks, scope changes, and contingencies with effective mitigation strategies.
- Direct subcontractor performance to ensure coordinated execution and contractual compliance.
- Provide expert guidance on acquisition strategies, logistics planning, and resource allocation.
- Champion innovation and continuous improvement to enhance Navy Cyber capabilities across R&D and operational domains.
- Maintain open communication with customers, stakeholders, and internal teams through regular reviews and executive briefings.
Requirements
- Minimum of 8 years of program management experience with DoD systems.
- At least 5 years of leadership experience in DoD contract management (Navy experience preferred).
- Proven success managing major technical support or IT systems contracts for the DoD/Navy.
- In-depth understanding of Navy acquisition and contractual processes.
- Strong knowledge of DoD cybersecurity mission areas, engineering practices, and R&D management.
- Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity policies and RMF implementation for both land-based and afloat/tactical systems.
- Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project, JIRA, or equivalent.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to brief senior military and civilian leadership.
- Demonstrated experience managing subcontractors and coordinating across multiple organizations.
Benefits
- Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: MKS2 Technologies is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
program managementcost estimationproject schedulingrisk managementcybersecurity designlogistics supportchange controlperformance metricscontract managementacquisition strategies
Soft skills
leadershipcollaborationcommunicationproblem-solvinginnovationteam managementstakeholder engagementperformance evaluationstrategic directioncustomer relations
