Program Manager (Acquisition SME)

We are seeking a Program Manager (Acquisition SME) to serve as a senior advisor and lead supporting Defense Business Systems (DBS) and IT capability lifecycles. This role will oversee complex, multi-functional teams and provide leadership across contract operations, acquisition strategy, compliance, and digital transformation initiatives.

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior advisor for DBS and IT capability lifecycle management
• Lead and oversee large, multi-functional teams and day-to-day contract operations
• Drive strategic planning, risk mitigation, and performance tracking
• Ensure acquisition and procurement compliance across programs
• Conduct independent programmatic reviews and support portfolio oversight
• Lead initiatives in:
• Business Process Reengineering (BPR)
• Organizational Change Management (OCM)
• Digital transformation outcomes
• Capture and implement lessons learned across programs
• Support development and execution of acquisition strategies and documentation

Requirements

• PMP or equivalent senior-level Project Management certification
  OR relevant degree in Project Management
• DAWIA Advanced / Level III / Professional Certification in: 
• Program Management OR Contracting 
• 15+ years of experience in: Program management, Government acquisition 
• 10+ years supporting DoD or DLA in DBS acquisition lifecycle management
• Demonstrated experience with: 
  • Developing acquisition strategies 
  • Analyzing source documentation 
  • Authoring acquisition documentation 
  • Ensuring compliance with the Adaptive Acquisition Framework (DoDI 5000.02)

• 15+ years of progressively responsible leadership in IT or consulting environments
• Including experience supporting major acquisition milestones and portfolio reviews

Education

• Master's degree in a relevant field, such as: MBA, Management, Information Technology, Public Administration, Project Management, Related discipline 

Preferred Skills

• Experience supporting ACAT I / BCAT I programs 
• Ability to educate and guide teams on DoDI 5000 compliance 
• Experience with: 
• Lean Six Sigma 
• Business Process Reengineering (BPR) 
• Continuous Process Improvement (CPI)
• Experience implementing: 
• Agile methodologies 
• DevSecOps within the DoD acquisition lifecycle 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.