Executive Program Manager

Job Category: Project and Program Management

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Top Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

Type of Travel: Local

Anticipated Posting End: 9/27/2024

The Opportunity:
CACI is searching for an experienced, executive-level Program Manager to lead the NGA SAFFIRE contract in the delivery of cutting-edge Structured Observation Management (SOM) and Computer Vision (CV) capabilities on an aggressive schedule.  Selected candidate will provide strategic and operational oversight of the Delivery Areas and serve as the primary POC with the Government leadership team, CACI program leadership and CACI executive leadership.  Responsible for managing the contract in several areas, including work scope selection and allocation within an agile development construct, cost management & avoidance, schedule estimation and tracking, contract performance management, risk management, requirements analysis, and quality assurance activities.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a large, geographically diverse team responsible for cutting-edge solution design, development and sustainment across multiple solutions and target networks
• Drive the team to maximize software capability output by efficiently transforming Government interactions into high-quality software deliveries within an agile framework
• Tune the program interactions within its agile framework to ensure mission and delivery success while ensuring the stability and usability of existing systems
• Drive innovation into the daily tasking of a large engineering team
• Lead an agile software team in meeting evolving customer requirements in a flexible manner while creating/executing a high-level roadmap that highlights the program direction to senior members of the customer organization
• Partner with support functions (e.g. Finance, Contracts, Procurement, HR, TA, Program Performance) as required to make our customer successful in the accomplishment of their mission
• Establish and maintain an organizational element that engages with end-users to anticipate their needs and ensure delivered capabilities streamline their workflows
• Develop and mentor program leads and managers, positioning them for larger roles over time
• Manage program P&L and present it to CACI Corporate leadership in contributing to the overall corporate financial goals
• Participate in proposal activities for the follow-on contract

Qualifications :

*Please note, to be considered, candidates must have these requirements in their background.*

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution.
• 15+ years leading successful solution deliveries for US Government customers, including 5+ years as the named Program Manager
• Significant experience and track record of delivering functional software via agile development methods
• Experience managing agile programs at the solution level and above.
• Knowledge of the SAFe methodology
• Demonstrated success delivering functional code to the Government’s satisfaction using agile design and development techniques (specifically, delivering alpha and beta quality code to the Government in time frames less than one month, and production of quality code in three-month time frames.)
• Strong command of scheduling practices, including change impact assessment and associated schedule coordination/modification
• Understanding of the US Government marketspace, specifically within the IC (preferably NGA), with an emphasis on solution development
• A strong internal drive for excellence and the ability to demand/achieve results across an organization
• Strong cognitive & communication skills with a collaborative outlook
• A temperament that is able to function at a high level despite experiencing unforeseen challenges on multiple fronts
• Depth of understanding in Program Finance, Contracts, Scheduling and Risk Management
• Ability to drive contract performance and growth while ensuring customer satisfaction
• Experience leading large agile software development programs
• Active TS clearance with ability to obtain SCI

Desired:

• SAFe Agilist or SAFe Government Practitioner certification
• Experience in one or more of the following technologies: Big Data Management/Exploitation/Visualization, DevSecOps principles, AI techniques
• Prior experience leading geographically dispersed teams
• Current TS/SCI (Current TS is required, but the SCI is strong preferred.)

What We Can Offer You:

• We’ve been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.
• Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.
• We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.
• We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation’s highest priorities.
• For over 60 years, the principles of CACI’s unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.

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What You Can Expect:

 

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

 

An environment of trust.

CACI takes pride in fostering a diverse and accessible culture where every individual feels supported to chart their own path. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

 

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

 

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$152,900-$336,400

CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.