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National Security Program Manager

Guidehouse · Arlington, VA · 3 wk ago
On-siteInformation TechnologyFull-time

Job Family: Management Consulting. Travel Required: Up to 10%. Clearance Required: Ability to Obtain Top Secret (TS).

What You Will Do

We are seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead the overall contract support for administrative and operational functions supporting a federal law‑enforcement customer. In this highly visible leadership role, you will serve as the Contractor’s primary Point of Contact and provide strategic oversight of contract execution, personnel management, implementation activities, logistics, financial management, and program performance. You will work directly with Government stakeholders, including the Contracting Officer (CO), Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), and agency leadership to ensure mission requirements are supported effectively and all contractual obligations are fulfilled.

Responsibilities

  • Lead overall contract support for administrative and operational functions for a federal law‑enforcement customer.
  • Serve as the Contractor’s primary Point of Contact with Government stakeholders.
  • Provide strategic oversight of contract execution, personnel management, logistics, financial management, and program performance.
  • Work directly with the Contracting Officer, COR, and agency leadership to ensure mission requirements are met.
  • Oversee day‑to‑day contract operations and facilitate communication between Government and Contractor personnel.
  • Ensure timely recruitment, onboarding, deployment, and support of contract staff.
  • Manage Government‑furnished property.
  • Oversee financial actions, invoicing, and timely delivery of reports and contract deliverables.
  • Negotiate and implement contract modifications.
  • Maintain accountability for all performance‑related matters.

Requirements

  • Active and maintained Top Secret (TS) Federal or DoD security clearance.
  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • Twenty (20) or more years of professional experience, including at least fifteen (15) years supporting law‑enforcement personnel or operations.
  • Experience leading large‑scale federal programs with responsibility for contract implementation, personnel management, logistics, financial oversight, and program performance.
  • Experience serving as a primary interface with Government leadership, Contracting Officers, and Contracting Officer’s Representatives.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, ensure compliance with contract requirements, and deliver results in a fast‑paced operational environment.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across Government and Contractor organizations.

Nice to Have

  • Experience supporting Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) or similar federal law‑enforcement organizations.
  • Experience operating within a joint law‑enforcement, interagency, or multi‑agency environment.
  • Familiarity with federal acquisition, contract administration, and Government property management processes.
  • Experience supporting operational programs requiring coordination across headquarters, field offices, and external stakeholders.
  • Proven success leading geographically dispersed teams supporting mission‑critical law‑enforcement operations.

Benefits

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
  • Discretionary variable incentive bonus (position may be eligible)
  • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Basic Life & Supplemental Life
  • Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability
  • Student Loan Pay‑Down
  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
  • Skills Development & Certifications
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
  • Emergency Back‑Up Childcare Program
  • Mobility Stipend

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