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Top Secret/SCI
Senior Level Career (10+ yrs experience)
Management
Arlington, VA (On-Site/Office)
Job Title: Federal Data Program Manager
Location: Arlington, Virginia
Type: Direct Hire
Work Model: On-site, Arlington, VA
Clearance: TS/SCI
Contact: Cdinnocneti@altaits.com
This role combines technical knowledge of modern data engineering practices with proven program management expertise, particularly within the framework of federal procurement, compliance, and multi-agency coordination. The successful candidate will serve as the liaison between technical teams, acquisition officials, contracting officers, and federal stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of mission-critical data solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Program & Project Leadership
• Lead end-to-end management of federal data engineering programs across their lifecycle, from requirements gathering and acquisition planning to execution and closeout.
• Oversee data architecture, data pipeline development, cloud migrations, and infrastructure modernization projects within federal compliance frameworks.
• Develop project plans aligned with FAR, DFARS, and DoD-specific acquisition policies.
Cross-Functional Coordination
• Coordinate across engineering teams, government sponsors, vendors, and external contractors to align on technical requirements and delivery expectations.
• Facilitate interagency data sharing initiatives and platform integration efforts in support of national programs.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to develop Cost Estimates and acquisition strategies.
Communication & Reporting
• Provide executive-level briefings, status updates, and program documentation to internal leadership and government stakeholders.
• Maintain program dashboards, reports, and audit-ready documentation in compliance with federal recordkeeping requirements.
• Identify process inefficiencies and implement solutions to optimize delivery within the limitations of government procurement processes.
Qualifications:
Required:
• Active TS/SCI security clearance.
• 10+ years of program or project management experience supporting federal government contracts or acquisition programs.
• 3+ years working with or managing data engineering teams (e.g., data pipelines, ETL, cloud platforms, big data tools).
• Experience with federal acquisition lifecycle, budget planning, and working with Contracting Officers and Program Managers.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and government-facing communication skills.
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills, a high level of integrity, critical thinking, and leadership courage.
• Advanced MS Word and PowerPoint skills; proficient in MS Teams, Excel, and Outlook application skills
Preferred:
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field.
• Understanding of DevSecOps and Agile methodologies within a federal context.
• Previous experience with Office of the Secretary of Defense, Joint Staff, and Military Department policies and procedures preferred.
Location: Arlington, Virginia
Type: Direct Hire
Work Model: On-site, Arlington, VA
Clearance: TS/SCI
Contact: Cdinnocneti@altaits.com
This role combines technical knowledge of modern data engineering practices with proven program management expertise, particularly within the framework of federal procurement, compliance, and multi-agency coordination. The successful candidate will serve as the liaison between technical teams, acquisition officials, contracting officers, and federal stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of mission-critical data solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Program & Project Leadership
• Lead end-to-end management of federal data engineering programs across their lifecycle, from requirements gathering and acquisition planning to execution and closeout.
• Oversee data architecture, data pipeline development, cloud migrations, and infrastructure modernization projects within federal compliance frameworks.
• Develop project plans aligned with FAR, DFARS, and DoD-specific acquisition policies.
Cross-Functional Coordination
• Coordinate across engineering teams, government sponsors, vendors, and external contractors to align on technical requirements and delivery expectations.
• Facilitate interagency data sharing initiatives and platform integration efforts in support of national programs.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to develop Cost Estimates and acquisition strategies.
Communication & Reporting
• Provide executive-level briefings, status updates, and program documentation to internal leadership and government stakeholders.
• Maintain program dashboards, reports, and audit-ready documentation in compliance with federal recordkeeping requirements.
• Identify process inefficiencies and implement solutions to optimize delivery within the limitations of government procurement processes.
Qualifications:
Required:
• Active TS/SCI security clearance.
• 10+ years of program or project management experience supporting federal government contracts or acquisition programs.
• 3+ years working with or managing data engineering teams (e.g., data pipelines, ETL, cloud platforms, big data tools).
• Experience with federal acquisition lifecycle, budget planning, and working with Contracting Officers and Program Managers.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and government-facing communication skills.
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills, a high level of integrity, critical thinking, and leadership courage.
• Advanced MS Word and PowerPoint skills; proficient in MS Teams, Excel, and Outlook application skills
Preferred:
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field.
• Understanding of DevSecOps and Agile methodologies within a federal context.
• Previous experience with Office of the Secretary of Defense, Joint Staff, and Military Department policies and procedures preferred.
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