Program Risk Manager - NISSC - COS

Location: Downtown Amentum Building, Colorado Springs, CO

Relocation assistance: None available at this time. On-site position; remote/telework not available. Active Secret clearance required; must be able to obtain TS/SCI. Day shift with up to 10% travel.

About the role

Amentum’s NORAD Operations Group has been selected by the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center’s Strategic Warning and Surveillance Systems Division for Operations, Maintenance, and Sustainment (OM&S) of critical mission systems supporting the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) Cheyenne Mountain Complex (NCMC) Integrated Tactical Warning/Attack Assessment (ITW/AA) and Space Support Contract II (NISSC II). Since 2020, NISSC II has provided:

• Operations, maintenance, and sustainment of current and legacy systems for surveillance and cataloging of man-made objects in space
• Mitigation of orbital conflicts
• Threat warnings and control from airborne, land-based, and space-based systems
• Operations and maintenance of classified communications
• Software development and integration

NISSC II supports classified communications and processing for Command and Control (C2) capability and legacy space C2 systems at:

• Cheyenne Mountain Space Force Station (CMSFS), Colorado
• Peterson Space Force Base (PSFB), Colorado
• Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska
• Vandenberg Space Force Base, California
• Numerous sensor and forward operator sites worldwide

Responsibilities

• Manage the NISSC II Risk Management Program, ensuring all processes align with program objectives and customer requirements
• Review and update NISSC II authoritative documents to clearly communicate the Program Manager’s guidance and expectations for meeting customer objectives
• Drive the development, documentation, and tracking of Risks, Issues, and Opportunities (RIOs) in collaboration with stakeholders
• Oversee implementation, monitoring, and tracking of risk mitigation activities for approved RIO events to ensure successful closure
• Serve as the primary point of contact and day-to-day manager for all approved RIO events related to NISSC II
• Schedule, facilitate, and document actions for monthly Internal and Joint Risk and Opportunity Management Boards (IROMBs & JROMBs)
• Collect, evaluate, and document candidate Risks, Issues, and Opportunities as proposed by RIO Owners
• Ensure all RIO events and associated handling plans are clear, complete, compliant, and actionable
• Develop and manage materials supporting risk boards, leadership briefings, and other risk-related communications
• Align RIO identification and prioritization efforts according to guidance from NISSC II leadership
• Plan and lead leadership and customer-facing meetings to communicate RIO status, action plans, and progress
• Cultivate and maintain strong customer relationships, serving as the key point of contact for all RIO-related activities
• Provide SME-level training and guidance to NISSC II personnel on risk management processes and best practices as directed by leadership
• Coordinate, prioritize, and execute multiple competing tasks in a dynamic and fast-paced environment

Requirements

• Active Secret security clearance; must have the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) or equivalent combination of experience, training, and certifications
• 6+ years of general work experience
• 5+ years of directly related experience
• 2+ years of direct experience in Risk, Issues, and Opportunities (RIO) Management or equivalent program/project management role
• Demonstrated leadership skills in a professional setting, with a proven ability to manage teams or complex tasks
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts effectively
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to manage and sustain positive customer relationships
• Self-motivated with the initiative and capability to work independently while meeting objectives

Desired Qualifications

• Experience managing risk programs for Department of Defense (DoD) contracts
• Proficiency in utilizing risk management database systems, particularly within an Information Technology Services and Hardware environment
• A strong focus on continuous improvement, with a demonstrated ability to enhance and optimize RIO management processes

Pay

$95,000–$110,000 annually, depending on experience, education, and certifications directly related to the position.

Benefits

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.