Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of a large-scale federal program supporting USCIS mission systems and operational initiatives
Oversee multiple integrated projects and workstreams, ensuring alignment with program objectives, timelines, and budgets
Establish and maintain program governance structures, reporting cadences, and decision-making frameworks
Drive program performance using data-driven metrics, KPIs, and earned value management (EVM) where applicable
Stand up and manage a high-performing Program Management Office (PMO) supporting USCIS programs
Define and enforce standardized project management processes, templates, and best practices across all teams
Provide portfolio-level visibility into program health, risks, dependencies, and performance trends
Ensure compliance with federal acquisition regulations (FAR), DHS policies, and USCIS operational requirements
Serve as the primary interface with USCIS leadership, CORs, and key government stakeholders
Lead executive-level briefings, program reviews, and strategic planning sessions
Build strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure mission success
Champion Agile and hybrid delivery methodologies across program teams
Identify, track, and mitigate program-level risks, issues, and dependencies
Implement proactive risk management and escalation strategies
Monitor program financials, resource utilization, and performance metrics
Drive corrective actions to ensure program success and contract compliance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Information Technology, or related field. Master’s degree - preferred
Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in program and project management
At least 5 years managing large-scale, complex federal programs or initiatives
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or higher clearance as required by USCIS
Demonstrated experience supporting DHS or USCIS programs - strongly preferred
Proven experience operating within a PMO structure and managing multi-project portfolios
Project Management Professional (PMP), Program Management Professional (PgMP), or equivalent - required
Agile certification (Scrum, SAFe, or equivalent) - preferred
Prior experience supporting immigration, case management, or federal citizen services programs
Familiarity with USCIS systems, processes, or mission operations
Experience with digital transformation, cloud modernization, or enterprise IT programs within the federal space
Knowledge of DHS policies, compliance frameworks, and security requirements.

Benefits

EEO Statement ValidaTek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to verify authorization to work in the United States. Offers of employment will be contingent upon passing a post-offer background check.

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

program managementproject managementearned value management (EVM)Agile methodologiesrisk managementfinancial monitoringdata-driven metricsportfolio managementcompliance frameworksdigital transformation

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationstakeholder managementstrategic planningpartnership buildingproblem-solvingdecision-makingorganizational skillsteam managementexecutive-level briefing

Certifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)Program Management Professional (PgMP)Agile certification (Scrum, SAFe)