Deputy Program Manager
Apply NowCompany: Blackwatch International
Location: Ridgecrest, CA 93555
Description:
Deputy Program Manager
Supports the Program Manager in the overall leadership and administration of the IMITS effort. Serves as a key point of contact with Government program authorities on technical and program/project issues. Oversees day-to-day program operations and ensures contractor compliance with requirements.
The primary focus is managing security in the customer's facility while focusing on updating security plans, procedures, and instructions; performing access control responsibilities, including managing badges, access cards, and visit requests; and having experience using JPAS and the SCI/SAP Program.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Supports the Program Manager in the overall leadership and administration of the IMITS effort. Serves as a key point of contact with Government program authorities on technical and program/project issues. Oversees day-to-day program operations and ensures contractor compliance with requirements.
The primary focus is managing security in the customer's facility while focusing on updating security plans, procedures, and instructions; performing access control responsibilities, including managing badges, access cards, and visit requests; and having experience using JPAS and the SCI/SAP Program.
Responsibilities:
- Risk Management: Conduct risk assessments, develop mitigation strategies, and monitor risk throughout the program lifecycle.
- Change Management: Manage program changes, assess impacts, and implement effective change control processes.
- Financial Management: Assist in financial planning, budgeting, and tracking program expenditures.
- Performance Measurement: Develop and implement key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure program success.
- Contract Management: Support contract administration, including change orders, invoicing, and supplier management.
- Team Building: Foster a collaborative team environment and develop staff capabilities.
- Communication: Effectively communicate program status, issues, and recommendations to stakeholders.
- Assists the Program Manager in developing and executing program plans and schedules.
- Manages program resources and budget under the Program Manager's guidance.
- Coordinates with program stakeholders and team members.
- Tracks program performance and identifies potential risks.
- Prepares program reports and presentations.
- Oversees day-to-day program activities and operations.
- Manages program deliverables and milestones.
- Coordinates with project managers and team leads.
- Ensures adherence to program standards and processes.
- Supports the Program Manager in addressing program issues and challenges.
- Develops and implements contingency plans.
- Leads program activities in the Program Manager's absence.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in program management, preferably in Navy programs and information systems. Possess a strong understanding of the program's technical aspects and requirements.
- Experience using JPAS and the SCI/SAP Program is required.
- Strong project management skills. PMP or equivalent certification preferred.
- Experience in program planning and execution.
- Demonstrated experience in financial management and analysis.
- Budget management and financial analysis skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.