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Deputy Program Manager

AT Leidos
Leidos

Deputy Program Manager

Reston, VA

Description

Leidos has a Deputy Program Manager (DPM) opening for an energetic, experienced, cleared professional seeking a rewarding and challenging opportunity leading a large linguistic support program. The DPM will work at a dedicated facility in the Reston, Virginia, area. Occasional local travel in Northern Virginia is required. Candidates must possess an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.

Scope and Responsibilities:

The ideal candidate will have experience managing large language programs, be a strong leader, have strong oral and written communication skills, and have extensive experience managing multidisciplinary CONUS and OCONUS teams. The DPM is responsible for providing support in concurrence with, and in the absence of, the Program Manager (PM). The DPM will assist the PM with providing oversight and guidance to Leidos and subcontractor staff and will support all aspects of program execution. The DPM will assist in managing lifecycle linguistic translation services, such as translation, transcription, workflow, quality control, and training as required per the Statement of Work. In addition, the DPM will assist with management of the facility, procurement, security, IT, and data operations as they relate to the program.

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As a Leidos manager, the DPM supports career development plans for Leidos employees and manages compliance with Leidos training requirements and performance reviews. In addition, the DPM will:

  • Manage contractor team personnel and communicate the policies and goals of the customer
  • Ensure effective use of contract resources and avoid unnecessary management and overhead functions.
  • Respond to COTR/GTM requirements as needed

Required Skills, Experience, and Education:

  • Current TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
  • BA/BS and 12+ years of prior relevant experience
  • Minimum 7 years Program management experience preferred on linguistic support contracts
  • Minimum 5 years supervisory management and relevant work experience to include management of cost reimbursable contracts
  • Prior Intelligence Community experience, including a minimum of 5 years direct experience supporting our customer.
  • Working knowledge of HUMINT and overseas operational activities in the IC
  • Demonstrated experience coordinating and integrating HR policies, roles, and procedures across a large program
  • Demonstrated experience managing programs of 50 or more personnel with experience providing operational IC support in OCONUS environments
  • Proven Program Management leadership for multi-team programs
  • Excellent leadership, coaching, and team-building skills
  • Customer focused with demonstrated excellent communication skills (oral and written)
  • The successful DPM will be flexible, adaptable to change, and will thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic program environment.
  • Critical thinking and solution-based decision-making abilities are imperative.
  • Strong administrative and organizational skills
  • Ability to adapt to changing requirements and to perform under strict timelines
  • Self-starter with ability to work independently and as member of a team

Preferred Qualifications:

  • PMP or other project management certifications
  • Experience in the development and management of EAC and ETC
  • Experience on customer systems
  • Familiarity with customer travel policies and procedures
  • Overseas travel experience

Original Posting Date:

2024-08-28
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 $144,300.00 - $260,850.00

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): Reston, VA, USA
Job ID: Leidos-R-00142608
Employment Type: Full Time

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

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