Project Manager

CPMG focuses on using business drivers to guide cybersecurity activities and manage risk, offering flexible, integrative solutions for Department of Defense (DoD) contractors and specializing in cybersecurity, information and operational technology, electronic security surveillance, and support services.

About the role

CP Marine, LLC is seeking an experienced and driven Program Manager to lead and oversee a portfolio of large-scale electronic security installation projects. This role requires a strategic leader with a strong background in project execution, team mentorship, and financial performance management, specifically for DOD and federal agency contracts. Occasional travel is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a portfolio of complex cybersecurity projects from start to completion on a government contract.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project milestones, budgets, and quality standards are met.
• Monitor and drive project profitability, identifying opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring satisfaction and alignment with project goals.
• Utilize project management tools such as MS Project, Excel, and Teams to track progress, manage schedules, and communicate effectively.
• Oversee staffing, recruiting, onboarding, workforce planning, employee performance, and retention.
• Coordinate activities across CP Marine, subcontractors, Government stakeholders, and partner organizations.
• Monitor contract performance to ensure quality, schedule, cost, and customer satisfaction objectives are consistently achieved.
• Manage project schedules, milestones, deliverables, and reporting requirements.
• Develop and implement quality control processes and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify program risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Support transition-in and transition-out activities to ensure uninterrupted mission support.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Department of Defense (DoD), and contract requirements.
• Lead recurring status meetings, executive briefings, and program reviews with Government leadership.
• Ensure subcontractors are effectively integrated into overall contract performance and remain aligned with technical and contractual objectives.
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and exceptional customer service.
• Support strategic planning efforts and recommend improvements that enhance operational efficiency and mission effectiveness.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Telecommunications, or Management Information Systems Project OR equivalent experience.
• Minimum eight (8) years of engineering and technical leadership.
• Minimum five (5) years of the following:
  • Planning, directing, and managing a complex information technology operation in similar size and scope.
  • Successful management and supervision of employees of various labor categories and skills in efforts similar in size and scope.
  • Knowledge of industry accepted standards and best practices related to information technology operations.
  • Knowledge of Department of Defense (DoD) Facility Related Control Systems (FRCS) and cybersecurity support for Operational Technology (OT) systems.
• Experience in a DoD IT environment.
• Experience managing performance-based order requirements.
• Oral and written communication with the highest levels of management.
• Managing large scale deployments of enterprise applications.
• Managing a combination of virtual and physical server infrastructure environments.
• Experience in DoD Information Technology security practices.
• Experience serving as the primary interface with Government customers.
• Experience managing multiple simultaneous workstreams and technical deliverables.
• Experience developing staffing plans, monitoring contract performance, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Experience supporting quality management and continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Active Secret Security Clearance.

Skills

• Proven experience managing multiple government contract projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated success managing projects valued at $10 million or more.
• Proficiency with MS Office, MS Project (or equivalent scheduling tools), Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Teams.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• PMP certification or equivalent project management credentials.
• IAT Level III certification (e.g., CASP+, CISSP, CISA) or ability to obtain.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $130,000–$160,000 annually.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Tax-deferred savings options.
• Supplementary benefits.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities.