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Leidos Holding

Program Manager

Leidos Holding, Miami, FL


Description
General program information overview:

The Leidos Digital Modernization Sector at Leidos currently has an opening for a Program Manager to work onsite in Doral, Florida and have the opportunity to lead a high-profile IT and Cyber Services program supporting the United States Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM) Cyber Information Technology Enterprise Services (SCITES) 2 contract. This role will involve managing complex projects across USSOUTHCOM's Area of Responsibility (AOR), which includes Central and South America and select Caribbean nations. The Program Manager will ensure the successful implementation and sustainment of IT services that enable seamless interoperability, cyber-informed operations, and mission-critical support for USSOUTHCOM.

Primary Responsibilities:
  • Leads and manages the IT and Cyber Services program across USSOUTHCOM AOR, including multiple OCONUS locations.
  • Oversees all aspects of program management and mission delivery, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, administration, and coordination of resources.
  • Develops and implements a robust program management strategy that integrates IT lifecycle management, cyber-informed architectures, and configuration management at every phase of project execution.
  • Ensures 24/7 availability and proactive management of IT and communication systems, supporting the Joint DoDIN Operations Center (JDOC) and other key command elements.
  • Provides management, direction, administration, quality assurance, and leadership of the execution ofTO. The PM's leadership and managerial skills shall result in the achievement of the SCITES 2 TO objectives.
  • Ensures outcome-driven delivery and employment of C5IM capabilities that are aligned with the USSOUTHCOM strategies; Campaign Plan; and other crisis, contingency, and exercise plans and operations, resulting in decisive information advantage and a fully mission capable environment.
  • Proven experience, skills, and employment of IT management processes that are efficient and nimbly move at the speed and scale required to support and achieve USSOUTHCOM's operational needs.
  • Ensures program compliance with all security requirements, including managing personnel security and adherence to USSOUTHCOM cybersecurity policies.
  • Provides on-site and remote service locations program management, prepare and deliver status reports, and lead quality assurance, change management, and service transition processes.

Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Business Administration, or a related field.* 10+ years of program management experience, with a focus on IT or Cyber Services, of similar size, customer, and complexity.
  • Proven ability to lead and manage teams in diverse, dynamic environments, including OCONUS locations.
  • Strong knowledge of IT service management, cybersecurity, and information assurance practices.
  • Must currently hold and be able to maintain a Top Secret security clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) eligibility.
  • Has or willing to gain bilingual communication skills (English and Spanish), with the ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership and diverse stakeholders.
  • Willingness to travel as required across USSOUTHCOM's AOR.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience managing IT services for combatant commands or other major defense organizations.
  • Familiarity with the USSOUTHCOM/Combatant Commands mission, strategic objectives, and operational environment.
  • ITIL certification and experience in implementing ITIL practices.

Desired Certifications:
  • Desired certifications: PMI Project Management Professional (PMP), Program Management Professional (PgMP) certification, Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level III Program Management certification, or a Federal Acquisition Certification for Program and Project Managers (FAC P/PM) Level 3.

Key Competencies:
  • Leadership and Influence: Proven ability to lead diverse teams and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
  • Operational Excellence: Strong focus on delivering high-quality, resilient IT services that are cyber-informed and mission-critical.
  • Strategic Planning: Ability to align project execution with USSOUTHCOM's strategic, operational, and tactical objectives.

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Original Posting Date: 2024-12-17While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range: Pay Range $148,850.00 - $269,075.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
About Leidos Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world's most vexing challenges in national security and health. The company's global workforce of 47,000 collaborates to create smarter technology solutions for customers in heavily regulated industries. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $15.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 29, 2023. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .
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