Program ManagerTekSynap is seeking a Program Manager to join our team at Defense Health Agency to provide cybersecurity assessment and authorization (A&A) and RMF support to NIWC Atlantic in support of Defense Health Agency Military Health System sites and JFHQ-DoDIN operations across CONUS and OCONUS environments. Program includes large-scale enterprise systems, cybersecurity validation, IV&V, RMF packages, and risk assessment execution.Required QualificationsExperience15 years cybersecurity/CND; 8 years PM; 5 years as manager of cyber projectsLarge DoD cybersecurity program leadership experienceRMF and A&A execution experienceDHA or MHS environment experience preferredExperience managing distributed workforceExperience supporting NIWC / NAVWAR preferredStrong cost, schedule, performance management experienceDemonstrated experience supporting government agencies, customers, or contracts within federal environments. This includes the Intelligence Community (IC), Department of Defense (DoD), Federal Civil agencies, and military organizations. Prior experience supporting the same or similar contract, with an in-depth understanding of the customer environment, requirements, and operational landscape, is highly desirable.CertificationsIAM Level III Certification preferred (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CASP)PMP certification preferredEducationBachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (Master's preferred)ClearanceSecret clearance (ability to obtain TS preferred)ResponsibilitiesServe as primary contractual point of contact with Contracting Officer, COR, and Government Program ManagerProvide executive oversight of cybersecurity assessment and authorization (A&A) program execution across all task areasDirect all RMF lifecycle activities including categorization, control selection, implementation, assessment, authorization, and continuous monitoringOversee enterprise cybersecurity support to DHA Military Health System environments across CONUS and OCONUS locationsLead development and execution of program management plans, staffing plans, and performance management approachManage execution of IV&V cybersecurity validation activities across systems, enclaves, and sitesEnsure delivery of RMF packages including SSP, SAP, SAR, POA&M, and authorization artifactsProvide governance over Security Control Assessor (SCA) support activities and validation effortsOversee cybersecurity testing, vulnerability assessment, and remediation trackingEnsure compliance with DoD, DHA, DISA, and NIWC cybersecurity policies and directivesManage contractor personnel performing RMF documentation, test execution, and assessment activitiesLead program-level risk management and mitigation planningEstablish program performance metrics and reporting dashboardsOversee development of cost estimates, spend plans, and labor projectionsManage subcontractor performance and integration across technical teamsDirect coordination with system owners, PMOs, AO, SCA, and validation teamsOversee development of cybersecurity documentation including SOPs, test plans, and operational guidesEnsure execution of POA&M management and remediation trackingProvide executive oversight of cybersecurity toolset development and automation supportCoordinate support for DHA validation readiness reviewsOversee development of security assessment plans and execution of test eventsEnsure proper execution of risk assessments and residual risk analysisLead weekly/monthly status reviews with Government leadershipOversee delivery of all CDRLs and contract deliverablesManage program staffing, surge support, and resource allocationCoordinate travel support for on-site assessments and validation activitiesEnsure quality assurance and performance monitoring across all task areasProvide executive briefings to Government stakeholdersEnsure compliance with contract security and clearance requirementsOversee transition-in and transition-out planningCompetenciesExecutive leadershipStrategic planningCybersecurity governanceRMF oversightStakeholder engagementRisk managementCommunication and briefing skillsDecision makingWork EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Location: North Charleston, SC area (contractor facility within 15 miles of NIWC Atlantic). Remote/telework may be approvedType of environment: Office environmentNoise level: MediumWork schedule: Core hours ), Monday through Friday. Occasional extended hours during testing eventsAmount of Travel: Minimal (10-25%). CONUS and OCONUS DHA sitesWORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCEU.S.
CitizenSecret clearance (ability to obtain TS preferred)PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.OTHER INFORMATIONPlease 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