Description

NexGen Data Systems is seeking a Program Manager to lead projects that involve the successful management of teams composed of data processing and other information management professionals who have been involved in analysis, design, integration, testing, documenting, converting, extending, and implementing automated information and/or telecommunications systems. Extensive leadership experience in the IT sector is required.  

Roles and Responsibilities: 

• Performs day-to-day management of overall contract support operations, possibly involving multiple projects and groups of personnel at multiple locations. 
• Organizes, directs, and coordinates the planning and production of all contract support activities.
• Demonstrates written and oral communication skills. 
• Establishes and alters (as necessary) corporate management structure to direct effective contract support activities.
• Establishes, develops, maintains and updates documentation regarding processes and procedures 
• Collaborates/communicates with command offices and customers to ensure aligned operations and expectations 
• Handles confidential and non-routine information with ethics and accuracy 
• Serves as a resource to the customer in technical planning, developments, and implementations through hands-on engineer level understanding of cloud and network technologies

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Desired/Required Skills: 

• Active Secret level government clearance or higher required.
• Must hold a Project or Program Management certification (i.e., Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or other equivalent/recognized Project or Program Management certification). 
• Bachelor Degree required, preferably in relevant field.
• Relevant program management experience.
• Direct work experience in support of DoD Enterprise business information systems and computing infrastructure operations.
• Eight (8) years Program Management Experience to include: Technology Assessments, Systems Design, Systems Analysis, Programmatic Support, Acquisition Planning, and Budget Planning.
• Four (4) years of Program Management experience shall be at a supervisory level for DoD Enterprise business information systems and/or network operations. Supervisory experience shall include developing program metrics, budgets and schedules and coordinating efforts of multiple task activities.
• Experience must include working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and DoD procurement policies. Shall have written and oral communications abilities commensurate with this management role.
• Ten years of leadership experience with progressively higher responsibility in the public and/or private sector in the IT and/or consulting fields. 
• 10-14 years’ experience with the Information Technology Acquisition process and its milestones 
• Experience analyzing a variety of source documentation and supporting the creation of acquisition documentation.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills with ability to consistently complete tasks accurately and in a timely manner.
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Team player with ability to multitask and work in fast-paced environment.
• Ability to collaborate with awareness and responsiveness to customer needs.
• Commitment to continuous development and improvement.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills.

About the Company:

NexGen Data Systems is an emerging technologies focused company providing expert systems and network engineering solutions to the Department of Defense. NexGen Data Systems promotes a culture of knowledge and career advancement through continued learning, keeping our team current on the latest advances in systems and networking, and enabling our team to provide the best available solutions to our clients.

Benefits:

• Company covers 100% of premiums for the employee’s medical, dental, and vision insurance and subsidizes premiums for spouse and dependents.
• Company provides short and long term disability plans.
• 401(k) match up to 10% of the employee’s salary contributions to 401(K) plan.
• Comprehensive training and development program.
• 11 paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) accrual level starts at 15 days annually.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

NOTE: US Citizens and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. In order to be qualified for this position, you must be able to obtain and maintain a United States Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance. We are unable to sponsor Visas at this time. NexGen Data Systems provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.