Senior IT Program Manager Defense

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What Youll do :

We are seeking an experienced Senior IT Program Manager with deep expertise in DoD programs ITAR compliance SAP environments and large-scale IT implementations. This role will lead complex full lifecycle programs involving the implementation and enhancement of a proprietary SAP-based product used within defense environments.

The ideal candidate is a technical customer-facing leader who can clearly explain and represent the product support Business Process Reengineering (BPR) and guide cross-functional teams through multi-year transformation and integration efforts.

Key Responsibilities

Program Leadership

Lead full lifecycle IT program management for multi-year multi-million-dollar DoD-aligned technology initiatives.

Direct ERP / enterprise system programsincluding SAP / S / 4HANAacross logistics supply chain manufacturing finance or related domains.

Manage planning budgeting scheduling risk mitigation dependencies and status / performance reporting.

Oversee requirements analysis development integration testing UAT deployment and sustainment.

Customer & Stakeholder Engagement

Serve as the primary customer-facing program lead clearly explaining technical concepts and product capabilities to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Engage with DoD customers IT leadership engineering teams and vendor partners to maintain alignment and drive successful outcomes.

Support change management communication and adoption strategies across the program.

Technical & Product Leadership

Operate as a Technical Program Manager with understanding of system architecture interfaces data flows and integration patterns.

Provide Product Ownerlevel leadership for a proprietary SAP-based solution ensuring alignment with mission needs compliance and operational requirements.

Drive Business Process Reengineering (BPR) to enhance operational efficiency and user experience.

Compliance Governance & Delivery Assurance

Ensure adherence to ITAR DoD contract guidelines NIST standards and all applicable security requirements.

Apply formal PMO methodologies including PMP Agile / Waterfall EVM ITIL CMMI and SAP implementation frameworks.

Oversee contract compliance vendor performance and achievement of KPI / SLA targets.

Required Qualifications

10 years of IT Program / Project Management experience overseeing complex enterprise IT implementations.

Direct DoD contract experience with strong understanding of government standards compliance and governance.

Hands-on ITAR experience and ability to operate within controlled environments.

Strong experience with SAP (preferably S / 4HANA) and associated functional or technical areas.

Demonstrated success leading BPR modernization and large-scale integration initiatives.

Proven ability to explain technical products architectures and solution capabilities to diverse audiences.

Experience leading cross-functional delivery teams and managing vendors through full lifecycle execution.

PMP certification.

Location : Must be local to the Washington DC Metro Area. Will require a minimum of 25% on site at client or Groundswell Headquarters

Clearance : Ability to obtain and maintain DoD clearance (active preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelors degree in technology related field

Experience supporting DoD logistics supply chain manufacturing or mission-support systems.

Product Owner or product management experience supporting complex technical platforms.

Familiarity with SAP Defense & Security modules or similar ERP environments.

Expertise with EVM ITIL CMMI or federal PM standards.

Active DoD security clearance.

Skills : Certification :

Why Youll Never Want to Leave :

Comprehensive medical dental and vision plans

Flexible Spending Account

4% 401K Match (immediate vesting)

Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement certification programs and professional development

Flexible work schedule

On-site gym and childcare option

The salary range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Groundswell it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is :

$133407.00 - $229455.00

NOTE : Groundswell does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Groundswell and Groundswell will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

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Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Clerical,ITIL,Cisco,Banking Sales,Human Resource

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 133407 - 229455