Deputy Program Manager
Deputy Program Manager
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$ 112450 - 203275
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Job Description
Leidos National Security Sector combines technology-enabled services and mission software capabilities in the areas of cyber logistics security operations and decision analytics to support our defense and intel customers mission to defend against evolving threats around the world. Our teams focus is to ensure our customers have the right tools technologies and tactics to keep pace with an ever-evolving security landscape and succeed in their pursuit to protect people and critical assets.
The Intelligence Production Solutions Division (IPSD) part of the Decision Advantage Solutions Business Area is currently seeking a dynamic and results-driven Deputy Program Manager (DPM) to support the Chinook Program. As the DPM you will work closely with the Program Manager (PM) to lead program execution manage performance metrics and ensure program objectives are met with precision and excellence. The ideal candidate brings proven experience in subcontract management and a strategic mindset to foster cross-functional collaboration and operational efficiency.
Position may be performed in the following locations below. Please note Gaithersburg MD is the programs primary work location.
- Alexandria VA
- Chantilly VA
- Denver CO
- Tucson AZ
- St Louis MO
Clearance Level Required:
Top Secret with the ability to obtain SCI as well as a Polygraph.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Support the PM in leading all aspects of contract execution and task order performance including scope schedule budget staffing and customer engagement.
- Coordinate and oversee operations across multiple concurrent task orders managing geographically dispersed teams to ensure seamless execution consistent communication and alignment with program objectives and customer expectations.
- Manage subcontractor relationships including performance oversight cost control and compliance with federal regulations.
- Coordinate and effectively communicate internally with Chinook program management contracts subcontracts finance and technical teams.
- Act as a key liaison with NGA government leadership contract officers (CO/COR) task order managers and mission stakeholders.
- Build and maintain a high-performing inclusive and engaged workforce aligned with mission and program goals.
- Function as a people manager with responsibility for performance management professional development mentorship and career path development.
- Conduct regular 1:1s biannual performance check-ins and professional development planning with direct reports proactively address employee relations and morale.
- Oversee and coordinate task order performance staffing levels and resource allocation in collaboration with Task Order Managers technical leads and program management.
- Drive program performance metrics ensure quality assurance and support the development of monthly reports deliverables and briefings.
- Lead risk and issue management processes identifying mitigation strategies and corrective actions as necessary.
- Provide mentoring and guidance to task leads and functional managers; foster a high-performing mission-focused team culture.
- Support program growth by identifying opportunities shaping follow-on work and contributing to proposal development and strategy.
Basic Qualifications:
- US citizenship is required per contract.
- Bachelors degree in Engineering Business Management or related field and 12-15 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 10-13 years of prior relevant experience.
- Top Secret with the ability to obtain SCI as well as a Polygraph.
- 10 years of relevant experience with at least 5 years in program or task leadership role on IC/DoD contracts.
- Proven track record of supporting or managing complex technical programs preferably for NGA or within the Intelligence Community (IC).
- Prior experience managing subcontractors in a federal contracting environment.
- Experience working with Cost Schedule and Performance metrics in a large program.
- Strong understanding of systems engineering acquisition and integration processes.
- Experience managing large geographically dispersed teams in a fast-paced mission environment.
- Excellent communication stakeholder engagement and team leadership skills.
- Proficiency with program management tools and reporting systems (e.g. MS Project SharePoint JIRA Confluence).
- Prior experience managing large and small subcontracts as a Prime.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
- Experience supporting NGA enterprise engineering initiatives.
- Understanding of NGAs enterprise architecture acquisition framework and GEOINT mission requirements.
- Familiarity with Agile SAFe or other iterative development and management methodologies.
- Ability to lead in a matrixed organization and work across multiple technical domains and stakeholder groups.
Come break things (in a good way). Then build them smarter.
Were the tech company everyone calls when things get weird. We dont wear capes (theyre a safety hazard) but we do solve high-stakes problems with code caffeine and a healthy disregard for how its always been done.
Original Posting:
July 29 2025For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $112450.00 - $203275.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job education experience knowledge skills and abilities as well as internal equity alignment with market data applicable bargaining agreement (if any) or other law.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
