Program Manager (Acquisition SME)

Program Manager (Acquisition SME)

We are seeking a Program Manager (Acquisition SME) to serve as a senior advisor and lead supporting Defense Business Systems (DBS) and IT capability lifecycles. This role will oversee complex, multi-functional teams and provide leadership across contract operations, acquisition strategy, compliance, and digital transformation initiatives.

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior advisor for DBS and IT capability lifecycle management
• Lead and oversee large, multi-functional teams and day-to-day contract operations
• Drive strategic planning, risk mitigation, and performance tracking
• Ensure acquisition and procurement compliance across programs
• Conduct independent programmatic reviews and support portfolio oversight
• Lead initiatives in:
• Business Process Reengineering (BPR)
• Organizational Change Management (OCM)
• Digital transformation outcomes
• Capture and implement lessons learned across programs
• Support development and execution of acquisition strategies and documentation

Requirements

• PMP or equivalent senior-level Project Management certification
  OR relevant degree in Project Management
• DAWIA Advanced / Level III / Professional Certification in: 
• Program Management OR Contracting 
• 15+ years of experience in: Program management, Government acquisition 
• 10+ years supporting DoD or DLA in DBS acquisition lifecycle management
• Demonstrated experience with: 
  • Developing acquisition strategies 
  • Analyzing source documentation 
  • Authoring acquisition documentation 
  • Ensuring compliance with the Adaptive Acquisition Framework (DoDI 5000.02)

• 15+ years of progressively responsible leadership in IT or consulting environments
• Including experience supporting major acquisition milestones and portfolio reviews

Education

• Master's degree in a relevant field, such as: MBA, Management, Information Technology, Public Administration, Project Management, Related discipline 

Preferred Skills

• Experience supporting ACAT I / BCAT I programs 
• Ability to educate and guide teams on DoDI 5000 compliance 
• Experience with: 
• Lean Six Sigma 
• Business Process Reengineering (BPR) 
• Continuous Process Improvement (CPI)
• Experience implementing: 
• Agile methodologies 
• DevSecOps within the DoD acquisition lifecycle