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Deputy Program Manager

Today Chesapeake, VA

Description

The Leidos Digital Modernization Sector is seeking an experienced Deputy Program Manager to support the Military Sealift Command Business Systems Branch (N6). The Military Sealift Command (MSC) Business Systems Branch (Code N611) manages, operates, and maintains the Command's Business Systems, as well as interfaces with Navy Enterprise Defense Business Systems. MSC's Business Systems are comprised of several software intensive systems designed to provide business activity support to globally assigned ashore and afloat personnel.

The Deputy Program Manager supports the Contractor PM and will be able to fill in for the Contractor PM within the Vendor organization as well as interface with the MSC PM, MSC N611 BSM and MSC COR. The DPM provides support to the MSC N611 BSM and partners with the Government in the operational planning, establishment, execution and evaluation on the MSC Business Systems programs and associated activities in all things related to cost, schedule, and performance.

Primary Responsibilities:

-The Deputy Program Manager is responsible for establishing guidelines for all program c aspects of contract performance under the leadership of the PMO, including but not limited to: IMS, Risk Management, Requirements Management, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Assurance and process measurement and control.

-The Deputy Program Manager shall establish standards required for performance, establish policies and procedures required by the PMO, and support the PMO in communicating with all levels of management across the Business Systems stakeholder community.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathema cs, Management Information Systems, or related field. (May not be substituted with experience).
  • 10+ years of demonstrated programmatic and managerial leadership in the scope and depth of tasks described in the Performance Work Statement including: Management and execution of programmatic functions including, but not limited to personnel management, risk management, project planning and scheduling, financial management and subcontractor management.
  • Within the 10 years, at least seven years of experience related to the implementation and maintenance of management information systems and or software intensive systems.
  • At least five years of project development experience from inception to deployment, demonstrated ability to manage multi-task information systems development projects using a DevSecOps framework, and experience working within a PMO construct for DoD or DoN programs.

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At Leidos, we don't want someone who "fits the mold"-we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, "what's next?" before the dust settles on "what's now."

If you're already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2... good. You'll fit right in.

Original Posting:

August 21, 2025
At Leidos, we don't want someone who "fits the mold"-we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, "what's next?" before the dust settles on "what's now."

If you're already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2... good. You'll fit right in.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $89,700.00 - $162,150.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and 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.

Client-provided location(s): Chesapeake, VA
Job ID: Leidos-R-00165133
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-08-22T18:50:51

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

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