{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"f7e5e0070fdcf902f61b8d05","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f7e5e0070fdcf902f61b8d05","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f7e5e0070fdcf902f61b8d05","title":"Program Manager","description":"Expression is looking for an experienced Program Manager to lead the execution of the Joint Planning and Execution Services (JPES) and Joint Capabilities Requirements Manager (JCRM) Sustainment Program supporting the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Global Force Management (GFM) Program Management Office (PMO).\nThe Program Manager serves as the primary interface between Expression and the Government Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), Government Product Owner (PO), and program leadership. The PM is responsible for overall contract execution, cost, schedule, technical performance, staffing, quality, and customer satisfaction while leading a high-performing Agile organization responsible for software sustainment, infrastructure operations, cybersecurity, system administration, DevSecOps, and Tier III support.\nThis position provides strategic leadership across multiple technical disciplines while ensuring all contractual deliverables, Agile development activities, software releases, and operational support services are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with DISA quality standards.\nClearance: Secret Clearance required\nLocation: DISA Headquarters, 6910 Cooper Ave, Fort Meade, MD\nJob Responsibilities:\nServe as the primary point of contact with the Government COR, Product Owner, and other stakeholders, fostering strong customer relationships and ensuring successful contract execution.\nLead all aspects of program performance, including cost, schedule, staffing, quality, risk, and technical execution across software development, infrastructure, cybersecurity, system administration, and sustainment activities.\nManage cross-functional Agile teams through the full software development lifecycle, including requirements management, sprint planning, software releases, testing, demonstrations, and continuous process improvement.\nDevelop and maintain the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), monitor program milestones, dependencies, and deliverables, and implement recovery plans when necessary.\nOversee preparation and timely delivery of all contract deliverables (CDRLs), ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and Government quality standards.\nLead program governance activities, including Technical Exchange Meetings (TEMs), Contractor Performance Reviews (CPRs), sprint reviews, executive briefings, and customer demonstrations.\nMonitor program performance using Agile and operational metrics, driving continuous improvement in quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction.\nEstablish and manage program risk, quality assurance, configuration management, and release management processes to ensure successful program execution.\nProvide executive oversight of software engineering, DevSecOps, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, system administration, Tier III Help Desk, and configuration management activities.\nManage subcontractor performance, staffing plans, resource allocation, and program financial performance to achieve contract objectives.\nEnsure compliance with DoD and DISA policies, including Agile development, software configuration management, cybersecurity, RMF, and secure software delivery practices.\nSupport transition-in, transition-out, technology refresh initiatives, and other contract activities necessary to maintain uninterrupted mission support.\nRequired Qualifications:\nBachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Project Management, or a related discipline. Four additional years of relevant experience may substitute for the degree.\nMinimum 10 years of experience managing large Federal Government IT, software development, or enterprise modernization programs.\nActive Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.\nDemonstrated experience managing Agile software development and sustainment programs within DoD or Federal agencies.\nExperience managing cross-functional teams supporting software engineering, infrastructure, cybersecurity, DevSecOps, and operations.\nExperience managing cost, schedule, staffing, risk, quality, subcontractors, and customer relationships on complex Government contracts.\nExperience managing Microsoft Project schedules and Integrated Master Schedules (IMS).\nExperience overseeing contract deliverables (CDRLs), executive reporting, and Government performance reviews.\nStrong knowledge of Agile methodologies, SDLC, software release management, configuration management, and continuous improvement practices.\nExperience briefing senior Government leadership and executive stakeholders.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience supporting DISA, Global Force Management (GFM), Joint Staff, or Combatant Command programs.\nExperience supporting JPES, JCRM, JOPES, or other DoD planning and execution systems.\nExperience supporting Microsoft Azure IL6 cloud environments.\nFamiliarity with DevSecOps pipelines and modern software factories.\nExperience supporting DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF), eMASS, and cybersecurity compliance.\nExperience supporting NIPRNet and SIPRNet environments.\nExperience with Jira, Confluence, Git, Azure DevOps, Microsoft Project, and Agile lifecycle management tools.\nExperience leading Operations & Maintenance (O&M) or software sustainment contracts.\nBenefits:\n\nExpression Networks offers competitive salaries and benefits, such as:\n401k matching\nPPO and HDHP medical/dental/vision insurance\nEducation reimbursement\nComplimentary life insurance\nGenerous PTO and holiday leave\nOnsite office gym access\nCommuter Benefits Plan\nAbout Expression:\nFounded in 1997 and headquartered in Washington DC, Expression provides data fusion, data analytics, AI/ML, software engineering, information technology, and electromagnetic spectrum management solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense, Department of State, and national security community. Expression's culture focuses on creating immediate and sustainable value for our clients via agile delivery of tailored solutions built through constant engagement with our clients. Expression was ranked #1 on the Washington Technology 2018's Fast 50 list of fastest-growing small business Government contractors and a Top 20 Big Data Solutions Provider by CIO Review.\nWe make sure to provide everyone with the tools and opportunities to grow while working on some of the newest technologies in the industry. We get excited about celebrating our professionals' milestones, accomplishments, promotions, overcoming challenges, and many other aspects that make an engaging collaborative environment.\nEqual Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled\nExpression is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please submit your request to our Human Resources department through the application portal.","company":"Expression","rawCompany":"expression","city":"Washington","state":"DC","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-23T13:22:35.638Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"},{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"},{"code":"15-1299.09","title":"Information Technology Project Managers","slug":"information-technology-project-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Program Manager","description":"Expression is looking for an experienced Program Manager to lead the execution of the Joint Planning and Execution Services (JPES) and Joint Capabilities Requirements Manager (JCRM) Sustainment Program supporting the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Global Force Management (GFM) Program Management Office (PMO).\nThe Program Manager serves as the primary interface between Expression and the Government Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), Government Product Owner (PO), and program leadership. The PM is responsible for overall contract execution, cost, schedule, technical performance, staffing, quality, and customer satisfaction while leading a high-performing Agile organization responsible for software sustainment, infrastructure operations, cybersecurity, system administration, DevSecOps, and Tier III support.\nThis position provides strategic leadership across multiple technical disciplines while ensuring all contractual deliverables, Agile development activities, software releases, and operational support services are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with DISA quality standards.\nClearance: Secret Clearance required\nLocation: DISA Headquarters, 6910 Cooper Ave, Fort Meade, MD\nJob Responsibilities:\nServe as the primary point of contact with the Government COR, Product Owner, and other stakeholders, fostering strong customer relationships and ensuring successful contract execution.\nLead all aspects of program performance, including cost, schedule, staffing, quality, risk, and technical execution across software development, infrastructure, cybersecurity, system administration, and sustainment activities.\nManage cross-functional Agile teams through the full software development lifecycle, including requirements management, sprint planning, software releases, testing, demonstrations, and continuous process improvement.\nDevelop and maintain the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), monitor program milestones, dependencies, and deliverables, and implement recovery plans when necessary.\nOversee preparation and timely delivery of all contract deliverables (CDRLs), ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and Government quality standards.\nLead program governance activities, including Technical Exchange Meetings (TEMs), Contractor Performance Reviews (CPRs), sprint reviews, executive briefings, and customer demonstrations.\nMonitor program performance using Agile and operational metrics, driving continuous improvement in quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction.\nEstablish and manage program risk, quality assurance, configuration management, and release management processes to ensure successful program execution.\nProvide executive oversight of software engineering, DevSecOps, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, system administration, Tier III Help Desk, and configuration management activities.\nManage subcontractor performance, staffing plans, resource allocation, and program financial performance to achieve contract objectives.\nEnsure compliance with DoD and DISA policies, including Agile development, software configuration management, cybersecurity, RMF, and secure software delivery practices.\nSupport transition-in, transition-out, technology refresh initiatives, and other contract activities necessary to maintain uninterrupted mission support.\nRequired Qualifications:\nBachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Project Management, or a related discipline. Four additional years of relevant experience may substitute for the degree.\nMinimum 10 years of experience managing large Federal Government IT, software development, or enterprise modernization programs.\nActive Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.\nDemonstrated experience managing Agile software development and sustainment programs within DoD or Federal agencies.\nExperience managing cross-functional teams supporting software engineering, infrastructure, cybersecurity, DevSecOps, and operations.\nExperience managing cost, schedule, staffing, risk, quality, subcontractors, and customer relationships on complex Government contracts.\nExperience managing Microsoft Project schedules and Integrated Master Schedules (IMS).\nExperience overseeing contract deliverables (CDRLs), executive reporting, and Government performance reviews.\nStrong knowledge of Agile methodologies, SDLC, software release management, configuration management, and continuous improvement practices.\nExperience briefing senior Government leadership and executive stakeholders.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience supporting DISA, Global Force Management (GFM), Joint Staff, or Combatant Command programs.\nExperience supporting JPES, JCRM, JOPES, or other DoD planning and execution systems.\nExperience supporting Microsoft Azure IL6 cloud environments.\nFamiliarity with DevSecOps pipelines and modern software factories.\nExperience supporting DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF), eMASS, and cybersecurity compliance.\nExperience supporting NIPRNet and SIPRNet environments.\nExperience with Jira, Confluence, Git, Azure DevOps, Microsoft Project, and Agile lifecycle management tools.\nExperience leading Operations & Maintenance (O&M) or software sustainment contracts.\nBenefits:\n\nExpression Networks offers competitive salaries and benefits, such as:\n401k matching\nPPO and HDHP medical/dental/vision insurance\nEducation reimbursement\nComplimentary life insurance\nGenerous PTO and holiday leave\nOnsite office gym access\nCommuter Benefits Plan\nAbout Expression:\nFounded in 1997 and headquartered in Washington DC, Expression provides data fusion, data analytics, AI/ML, software engineering, information technology, and electromagnetic spectrum management solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense, Department of State, and national security community. Expression's culture focuses on creating immediate and sustainable value for our clients via agile delivery of tailored solutions built through constant engagement with our clients. Expression was ranked #1 on the Washington Technology 2018's Fast 50 list of fastest-growing small business Government contractors and a Top 20 Big Data Solutions Provider by CIO Review.\nWe make sure to provide everyone with the tools and opportunities to grow while working on some of the newest technologies in the industry. We get excited about celebrating our professionals' milestones, accomplishments, promotions, overcoming challenges, and many other aspects that make an engaging collaborative environment.\nEqual Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled\nExpression is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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