Deputy Program Manager

Job Description

Description

As the Deputy Program Manager, you will oversee solutions and services that support and drive digital modernization in various areas, including systems engineering, multi-cloud computing, cybersecurity, data science and analytics, artificial intelligence and machine learning, quantum computing, application development, DevSecOps, cloud network operations, and secure communications.

*This contract is expected to award in Fall of 2025.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Lead and manage technical projects from inception through completion and ensure projects are executed efficiently and effectively.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including software developers, systems engineers, cybersecurity experts, data scientists, and other relevant stakeholders to deliver comprehensive solutions.
• Work within a DevSecOps environment, integrating security practices into operational processes and ensuring the continuous delivery and maintenance of secure and efficient systems.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status, risks, and milestones.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with technical projects, ensuring successful delivery of solutions.
• Utilize Agile methodologies to manage and deliver projects, ensuring adaptability and continuous improvement throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation and generate regular reports to track progress and outcomes.
• Perform process analysis, process improvement and monitor/control processes.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly ramp up to support customer’s needs, clearly communicate (orally and written) ideas, take initiative to provide creative solutions to challenges and/or systemic problems.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with polygraph clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Data Engineering, or related technical field of study.
• Minimum of 12 years of experience managing Agile software development projects, including tasks of similar size and scope.
• Extensive experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, including the design and deployment of IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS solutions.
• Solid experience with hybrid or multi-cloud integrations and cloud migration methodologies.
• In-depth knowledge of virtualization technologies and containerization (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V, Docker, Kubernetes).
• Expertise in enterprise network architecture design, including segmentation, load balancing, and network security.

Desired:

• Industry certifications such as PMI PMP, PMI-ACP, DevOps Certified Agile Service Manager, or equivalent certifications.
• Proven experience providing strategic technical guidance to clients in support of digital modernization initiatives for mission-critical, user-facing systems, including AI/ML.
• Demonstrated ability to manage diverse teams, including coordinating employees across various labor categories and skillsets and cross-functional teams.
• Proven ability to lead organic growth development efforts, including managing and writing white papers and capturing strategies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and consensus-building skills.
• Familiarity with financial management tools for tracking budgets and resources.

Overview

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.4 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.