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In this critical role, you will manage the day-to-day execution of the product backlog using Agile and Scrum methodologies, ensuring high-quality delivery of custom workflow applications that support mission-critical Naval Reactors business processes.\nKey Responsibilities:\nPerform day-to-day management of the 08Y-EA product backlog, including sprint planning, tracking, and execution following established Agile/Scrum practices, policies, directives, and desktop procedures.\nCollaborate with the application product manager, NRHQ stakeholders, developers, and the Manager, Enterprise Applications to develop, prioritize, and refine backlog items.\nLead routine sprint planning and tracking meetings in small cross-functional teams (developers, product manager, and Enterprise Applications leadership).\nFacilitate sprint review meetings to demonstrate completed work, gather feedback, and validate against documented requirements.\nIdentify, document, and track risks to sprint goals, escalating issues to 08Y-EA staff as needed.\nCoordinate and execute Planning Increment (PI) planning meetings to refine long-term requirements.\nLead backlog refinement sessions to align on strategic objectives and ensure future end-user needs are met across contract years.\nPropose and manage enhancements to 08Y-EA Agile policies, directives, and procedures.\nSupport mission-critical operations in compliance with DOE/NR regulations, orders, and guidelines.\nRequired Qualifications:\nMinimum 3 years of experience in program management or business analysis, OR a four-year degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, IT, Project Management).\nDemonstrated experience managing both large and small IT projects across diverse domains\nIn-depth knowledge of SDLC methodologies, enterprise architecture, and strategic IT planning\nProven expertise in Agile/Scrum methodologies, including backlog management, sprint planning, and risk tracking in federal or high-security environments.\nStrong facilitation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.\nAbility to obtain/maintain DOE L-level access authorization (U.S. citizenship required).\nExperience supporting secure, mission-critical IT programs preferred.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nBachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration or related field\nCertifications such as Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), PMI-ACP, or PMP.\nFamiliarity with DOE or Navy environments, custom workflow applications, or enterprise IT lifecycle management.\nJob Types: Full-time, Contract\nPay: $75,000.00 - $96,000.00 per year\nBenefits:\n401(k) matching\nDental insurance\nEmployee assistance program\nFlexible spending account\nHealth insurance\nHealth savings account\nLife insurance\nPaid time off\nProfessional development assistance\nReferral program\nVision insurance\nWork Location: In person","company":"Dane","rawCompany":"dane","city":"Washington","state":"DC","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-14T10:36:35.391Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"},{"code":"15-1299.09","title":"Information Technology Project Managers","slug":"information-technology-project-managers"},{"code":"15-1251.00","title":"Computer Programmers","slug":"computer-programmers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Program Manager","description":"Job Summary\nWe are seeking an experienced and dynamic Program Manager to support the 08Y-Enterprise Applications (08Y-EA) group at Naval Reactors Headquarters (NRHQ), a joint DOE/Navy organization responsible for providing clean, safe, reliable nuclear power to the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carriers. 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