Program Manager at A-TEK in Bethesda, MD

Empower, Innovate, Impact!  At Team A-TEK, we EMPOWER people to drive INNOVATION that IMPACTS mission! A-TEK operates at the intersection of mission and innovation by applying our deep domain expertise across the federal markets. Embracing our digital-first strategy, A-TEK provides enhanced capabilities in application development, digital transformation, enterprise IT, and scientific services. Our solutions are designed to modernize, automate, secure, protect, and enhance the operations of our federal clients, ensuring they stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Our work is fueled by a passion to serve our clients’ needs and to protect the safety and welfare of Americans. That passion shapes how we nurture our most valuable asset – Our Employees. A-TEK actively cultivates the talent that drives our success and fosters a creative, challenging, and mission-driven work environment for current and future employees. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Program Manager to oversee enterprise IT programs supporting web content management, operations and maintenance (O&M), and digital modernization initiatives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing large-scale federal IT programs, particularly those involving public-facing web platforms, content management systems, and cloud-based environments. This role requires leadership of multi-disciplinary teams delivering high-availability systems, continuous enhancements, and compliance-driven solutions. The Program Manager will be responsible for planning, execution, and delivery of complex IT programs, ensuring alignment with contractual requirements, performance objectives, and quality standards. Experience managing mission-critical software development and O&M programs is essential. The ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance is required. This is a hybrid role based in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Responsibilities: Program Planning and Execution: Lead development of comprehensive program plans, including scope, objectives, milestones, and deliverables. Oversee program execution, ensuring adherence to schedules, SLAs, and performance metrics. Coordinate across cross-functional teams supporting development, infrastructure, content management, and operations. Manage delivery across project management and O&M functions. Monitor program performance, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies. Contract Management and Compliance: Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders and leadership. Manage responses to BPA Calls and/or Task Orders Ensure compliance with contract requirements and federal regulations (FAR, DFARS, and related guidance) Maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders, subcontractors, and internal teams. Oversee preparation and submission of program deliverables, reports, and documentation. Ensure compliance with Section 508 accessibility, FISMA, and FedRAMP requirements. Financial Management and Budget Oversight: Develop and manage program budgets, forecasts, and resource plans. Track expenditures and ensure alignment with financial targets. Conduct financial reviews and provide reporting to leadership. Optimize resource allocation to support evolving program priorities. Risk Management and Quality Assurance: Identify program risks and develop mitigation strategies. Implement quality assurance processes to ensure delivery of secure, accessible, and high-performing systems. Oversee compliance validation, including accessibility and content quality standards. Conduct periodic program reviews and implement continuous improvement actions. Team Leadership and Development: Provide leadership to multi-disciplinary teams including developers, analysts, QA testers, accessibility specialists, and operations staff. Foster a collaborative, Agile delivery environment focused on continuous improvement. Mentor staff and support professional development. Ensure effective coordination across distributed teams and subcontractors. Strategic Modernization and Innovation: Lead adoption of modern content management platforms (e.g., Drupal) and cloud-based architecture (AWS preferred) Drive implementation of Agile and DevSecOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines. Identify opportunities to improve automation, system performance, and content lifecycle management. Promote scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions aligned with enterprise IT strategies. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience) PMP certification preferred Agile certification (CSM, SAFe) preferred. Minimum of 10 years of experience in program management for federal IT programs Proven experience managing large-scale web or CMS programs. Experience managing O&M for mission-critical, public-facing systems. Strong knowledge of federal contract regulations (FAR, DFARS) Experience in managing budgets, subcontractors, and multi-team delivery environments. Technical familiarity with: Drupal or enterprise content management systems Cloud platforms (AWS preferred) DevSecOps tools and CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab, Docker, Kubernetes) Accessibility compliance tools and standards (Section 508, WCAG) Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Compensation: Salary Range: $180,000 – $190,000 annually (commensurate with experience) Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with employer match; paid time off; professional development opportunities. Candidates may use tools (including AI) for proofreading or formatting; however, using any tool to fabricate, exaggerate, or misrepresent qualifications, experience, or work product is not permitted. We may assess application materials for job-related technical depth, internal consistency, and demonstrated hands-on experience, including through follow-up questions, skills assessments, or reference checks. Misrepresentation or falsification may result in removal from further consideration. Candidates who need a reasonable accommodation in the application or interview process may request one. A-TEK, Inc. 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, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or Vietnam era or other protected Veteran status. Verification of education may be requested before or during the hiring process.