Senior Director, Program Management, Government Defense & Security Full Time NEW

This senior leadership role offers the opportunity to drive large-scale program execution and strategic client engagement within the government defense, intelligence, and security sectors. The position focuses on overseeing complex client programs from onboarding through implementation and long-term account management while ensuring operational excellence and contract compliance. You will collaborate closely with internal teams and government stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions, strengthen partnerships, and support mission-critical initiatives. The role combines strategic oversight, client relationship management, and hands-on program leadership in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment. Ideal candidates are experienced program leaders with strong government contracting knowledge, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to navigate complex operational environments. This is an opportunity to contribute to innovative technology initiatives that support trust, security, and operational efficiency at a national and global scale.

Accountabilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of government defense, security, and intelligence-related programs while ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and aligned with client objectives.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for government clients on operational program matters, ensuring all contractual deliverables and performance expectations are successfully met.
• Develop and implement project plans, operational procedures, oversight frameworks, and reporting systems to support scalable and efficient program execution.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships by understanding each organization’s operational goals and delivering a high-quality customer experience throughout the engagement lifecycle.
• Act as a strategic advisor to clients and internal stakeholders by aligning business objectives, operational priorities, and technology implementation strategies.
• Identify opportunities to expand existing projects, improve client adoption, and support long-term account growth across government programs.
• Support business development and proposal efforts by providing guidance on government contract navigation, sales cycle optimization, and operational planning.
• Coordinate cross-functional collaboration between internal teams, external partners, and client stakeholders to maintain technical and business integrity across all initiatives.
• Manage and mentor program team members and direct reports while fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience managing complex programs or projects, preferably within government defense, intelligence, or security environments.
• Strong experience working directly with U.S. Government agencies and navigating government operational processes and stakeholder environments.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships, communicate effectively with executive-level stakeholders, and influence decision-making across multiple levels.
• Experience with government contracts, proposal development, and submission processes is highly preferred.
• PMP certification or formal project management training is considered a strong advantage.
• Knowledge of investigations, intelligence operations, or intelligence cycle processes is a plus.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills.
• Ability to work independently while thriving in collaborative and cross-functional team environments.
• Fluency in both English and Spanish is considered a strong asset.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% as required by client and operational needs.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance due to the nature of the role.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary ranging from $158,000 to $221,000 based on experience, skills, and location.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Stock option program and long-term growth potential.
• Fully remote position within the United States with flexible work arrangements.
• Unlimited paid time off to support work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health and wellness coverage.
• Opportunity to work on impactful projects supporting defense, intelligence, and security initiatives.
• Collaborative, mission-driven, and innovation-focused work environment.
• Career growth opportunities within a fast-growing international technology organization.
• Exposure to high-level strategic projects and executive collaboration.

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