Contractor Program Manager

Bluehawk LLC, is dedicated to enabling the United States intelligence community to achieve their strategic objectives through our innovative and effective services. Our mission is to provide compelling support that inspires our clients to operate with confidence in an ever-changing landscape. With our strategic approach, we leverage our in-depth understanding of intelligence operations to deliver exceptional results, helping our clients stay ahead of the curve in safeguarding our nation's security. Our team is composed of experienced professionals who are passionate about delivering high-quality services and are committed to supporting our clients every step of the way.

Bluehawk is seeking an experienced Program Manager to steer initiatives at the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency's (DCSA) Insider Threat Management and Analysis Center (DITMAC), specializing in Secured Internet Protocol Router Network (SIPR) User Activity Monitoring (UAM) Analyst services in Arlington, VA. This critical role entails delivering top-tier insider threat analysis for SIPR UAM projects, serving not just DCSA but also various Department of Defense (DoD) agencies. The position requires managing project operations to align with production schedules, maximizing resource efficiency, and fostering excellent customer relations. The successful candidate will be tasked with controlling project budgets, timelines, and performance metrics, identifying and mitigating risks, and resolving project-related challenges effectively.

Position: Program Manager

Anticipated Award: Summer 2024 (Contingent)
Location: Arlington, VA

• Provides strong, hands-on leadership, overseeing the daily activities of employees at all site locations to ensure cohesive team operations.
• Ensures the strategic allocation of resources to achieve customer performance objectives effectively.
• Serves as the key point of contact for all contractor matters, leading the management of the UAM analysis task order with a focus on excellence.
• Guarantees smooth project operations by adhering to production schedules, maximizing resource efficiency, and fostering enduring customer relationships.
• Oversees budget, schedule, and performance, proactively identifying and mitigating risks to maintain project integrity across various domains.
• Swiftly and competently addresses and resolves project production issues, ensuring seamless progress.
• This position may require travel as an essential function of the role, with specifics to be outlined during the hiring process.

Required Experience:

• Minimum Requirement: 12 years of relevant experience in Project/Program Management, including recent experience within the Intelligence Community (IC) in the last 2 years.

Clearance Requirement:

• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph, and/or candidate must be willing to undergo the process to obtain a cleared CI Polygraph. 

Desired Education:  

• Master's degree in an area as it relates to the advertised position from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education; or have Bachelor's degree as it relates to the advertised position from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and an additional 5 years of related senior Project/Program Management experience, for a total of 17 years, as a substitute to the Master's degree.

Desired Certifications:

• We highly value professional certifications that demonstrate a candidate's commitment to excellence in project and program management. While not mandatory, the following certifications are regarded as significant assets for the role:
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
  • Program Management Professional (PgMP)
  • PRINCE2 Practitioner
  • Certified Project Director (CPD)
  • Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)
  • Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
  • Master Project Manager (MPM)
  • Certified Project Management Practitioner (CPMP)
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt

Applicants possessing these certifications will be recognized for their proven expertise and skills in leading complex projects and driving strategic objectives. We encourage professionals dedicated to their development in project and program management to apply, as these qualifications align with our mission to deliver excellence through disciplined management practices.

Bluehawk, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer EOE Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity