Program Manager

About Agile Defense   At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.   Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests.
Requisition #: 1892 Job Title: Program Manager Location: Remote (hybrid as approved- Silver Spring, MD / College Park, MD) Clearance Level: Ability to Obtain and Maintain a Public Trust Clearance Required Certification(s): PMP  

Job Description

The Program Manager II provides mid  to senior level portfolio, program, and project management support for NOAA’s National Weather Service (NWS). This role supports medium  to large scale IT initiatives and strategic programs, ensuring alignment with federal policies, CPIC requirements, and NWS governance processes. The PM collaborates closely with government program managers, integrated project teams, and stakeholders to plan, execute, monitor, and report on project performance across the full lifecycle. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator and proactive problem solver, capable of managing complex projects in a dynamic environment.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  - Deliver program and project management support across NWS portfolios, programs, and IT initiatives.

• Support planning, execution, monitoring, control, and project close out using industry standard project management principles.
• Develop, update, and maintain project schedules, Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), risk registers, dashboards, and status reports.
• Monitor and manage cost, schedule, scope, performance metrics, risks, issues, and action items.
• Support CPIC activities including investment reporting, baseline change requests, and data call responses.
• Prepare and maintain high quality project artifacts such as plans, briefings, reports, charters, SOPs, and business process documentation.
• Facilitate and support governance boards, IPT meetings, and stakeholder reviews.
• Assist with budget formulation, execution tracking, and financial reporting.
• Support acquisition related activities such as RFIs, SOWs, RFPs, and procurement documentation (non inherently governmental functions only).
• Communicate complex concepts clearly and effectively to technical teams, leadership, and executive level stakeholders.