Deputy Program Manager

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ITA is seeking a Deputy Program Manager to join the team supporting the Department of State in Rosslyn, VA.

Please note this opportunity is contingent upon successful contract award, expected Spring 2026.

The Bureau of Diplomatic Security is responsible for the protection of U.S. personnel, official facilities, and residences in domestic and overseas locations. This team specifically supports the Technical Surveillance Countermeasures branch, responsible for electronic security, anti-eavesdropping, and protecting diplomatic facilities and personnel from technical threats globally, ensuring secure communications and facilities for U.S. diplomacy. The Deputy Program Manager will oversee and ensure delivery of all performance under the contract. The DPM will be responsible to the Contracting Officer (CO), Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), and Government Technical Monitors (GTM's) for performance and delivery.

Serve as the primary support to the Program Manager, assisting as a focal point for contractor functions related to performance under the DS/T contract.

• Support regular interaction with the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) and Government Technical Monitors (GTMs) to help ensure performance across all contract task orders.

• Assist in monitoring and overseeing contractor performance to ensure compliance with contract requirements and service-level expectations.

• Support the Program Manager in advising and assisting the COR regarding contract scope, execution, and performance matters.

• Assist with achieving human resource objectives, including recruiting, onboarding, employee development, counseling, and performance management, in coordination with the Program Manager.

• Support compensation actions and help ensure enforcement of company policies and procedures.

• Assist in ensuring timely and accurate reporting, provision of qualified personnel for each task order, and implementation of contract SOW and task order requirements.

• Support planning, scheduling, organizing, and assessing performance of personnel assigned to the contract.

• Coordinate and track professional development and required training for contract personnel.

• Assist with oversight of on-time deliverables, invoicing support, personnel reporting, and ad hoc reporting requirements.

• Support the Program Manager in reviewing, addressing, and correcting contractor personnel conduct issues to ensure professionalism and alignment with Department of State standards.

• Must possess and maintain an active SECRET security clearance.
• Recent (within 5 years or less) relevant experience working with Diplomatic Security.
• Must have a bachelor's degree in a business, management, or security related field.
• Must have at least 12 years of professional experience.
• Must have at least 5 years of experience managing large government programs.
• Must have at least 5 years of experience as a program manager as a contractor responsible for meeting contract requirements.
• Must have at least 5 years of leadership/supervisory experience
• Experience with Department of State (DOS) policies and procedures.
• Experience with the function, policies, and procedures associated with security operations of us embassies and consulates abroad.
• Ability to conduct all the responsibilities listed above and demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills.
• Demonstrated experience in planning, evaluating, analyzing, and implementing government programs.
• Experience as an instructor or manager of adult education programs for security professionals.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including ability to communicate solutions effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to function effectively in challenging situations.

ITA International proudly complies with all federal and state benefit and pay transparency laws. Employees of ITA can expect a robust benefit package, including:

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability insurance (where applicable)
• Voluntary ancillary benefit options
• 401k retirement benefits with employer matching contributions

ITA International is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), ITA International would like to ensure that your application process goes as smoothly as possible. If you would like to preview the physical requirements for this position, or if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position with ITA, please contact us by phone at 757-246-6781 or email us at HR@ita-intl.com.