Program Manager

About the Company

Niyam IT was founded in 2007 by a group of consultants who shared a unique vision: a technology company steeped in orderly process yet driven by passion and innovation. Over the following decade, we fine-tuned our craft and built an impressive track record of successful outcomes, securing our reputation as the go-to provider of smart, innovative solutions. Today, Niyam is at the forefront of the industry, leading the way in crafting mission-critical technologies for Emergency Preparedness & Response, Natural Resource Management, Law Enforcement & Justice, Health IT, and Global Citizen Services.

About the Role

Niyam is seeking a Program Manager to join our team in support of our work with a federal client. This role is responsible for managing complex, mission-critical programs that leverage AI/ML capabilities to enhance operations efficiency, decision-making, and mission outcomes. The ideal candidate brings deep federal program experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to translate emerging technologies into successful, compliant, and scalable solutions.

This full-time position will be hybrid to Ashburn, VA 2-3 days/week. This position is associated with a proposal submission and is contingent upon contract award. Candidates selected through this process may be considered for employment should the contract be awarded to our organization.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and management of overall contract operations, including multiple AI-driven projects, task orders, and distributed teams.
• Lead full project lifecycle efforts, including planning, execution, monitoring, and control.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, resources, and risks to ensure successful delivery.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for federal client stakeholders and maintain strong working relationships.
• Ensure adherence to federal client standards, policies, security requirements, and architectural guidelines.
• Coordinate and support program implementation efforts, tracking progress and driving execution across initiatives.
• Facilitate customer and vendor engagements, including process analysis, business case development, and resource planning.
• Support communication and coordination across internal teams, federal stakeholders, and external partners.
• Lead collaboration across cross-functional teams including data scientists, engineers, developers, and business stakeholders.
• Implement agile methodologies and promote efficient, iterative workflows.
• Perform quality control on deliverables to ensure they meet contract and industry standards.
• Oversee financial aspects of the program, including budgeting, forecasting, and earned value management.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, assumptions, constraints, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate staffing and resource allocation to balance workload and support delivery.
• Provide leadership and guidance to team members to support successful outcomes.
• Facilitate working groups, stakeholder meetings, and decision support sessions.
• Promote adoption of AI best practices, governance, and responsible AI principles.
• Support proposal efforts, capture activities, and broader organizational growth initiatives.

Requirements

• US Citizenship with ability to obtain a Public Trust.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience managing complex IT or technology programs.
• Experience supporting federal agencies, particularly within federal civilian or public sector environments.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies such as Agile.
• Experience with financial management practices, including earned value management.
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage effectively with stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional technical teams.
• Experience working within federal security, compliance, and governance frameworks.
• Experience managing AI/ML, data analytics, or advanced technology initiatives.
• Local to Ashburn, VA and available to work onsite as needed.

Preferred Skills

• Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• PMP Certification.
• Familiarity with AI/ML lifecycle concepts, including data pipelines and model deployment.

Benefits

• Flexible Work Hours: Life doesn’t always fit into a 9-to-5 schedule. We offer flexibility to help you manage your work-life balance effectively.
• Remote Work: Niyam understands the value of flexibility. We offer remote work.
• Career Growth: Niyam is not just a job; it’s a career journey. We provide a supportive environment for your professional development and offer fully paid opportunities for training and advancement within the company.
• Great People: Our people are the blueprint of who Niyam is to the industry and community.
• Great Environment: Niyam fosters a great environment where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth thrive.
• Diversity & Inclusion: We believe in the strength of diverse perspectives. Your unique ideas are welcomed and celebrated every day at Niyam.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits.