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Koniag Technology Solutions, Inc, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Program Manager to support KTS and our government customer in Washington, DC. This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a Public Trust. This position is for a Future New Business Opportunity 
 
We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.

Koniag Technology Solutions is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead and ensure the success of this effort for our government client.   This critical role will oversee the transformation of technology infrastructure, managing a large team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in IT program management.   This position requires a strategic thinker who can drive modernization initiatives while maintaining operational excellence in a complex government environment.

Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Serve as the primary liaison between Koniag Technology Solutions and the client, establishing and maintaining strong relationships with government stakeholders
• Develop and execute comprehensive program plans to modernize existing applications and develop new applications utilizing DevSecOps, cloud-native coding, and scaled Agile methodologies
• Lead the transformation to cloud-first architectures that support large-scale/real-time data processing and AI/ML implementation
• Oversee the implementation of standardized architectures for efficient data handling, high-volume data inputs, and near real-time processing
• Manage the execution of all contract task areas including contract management, project management, systems engineering, applications management, and advanced data science
• Establish and monitor program metrics, ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, and budget constraints
• Implement risk management strategies to identify, assess, and mitigate potential issues
• Guide organizational change management efforts to support the transformation to DevSecOps practices
• Coordinate collaborative efforts across contractors, federal personnel, and other stakeholders to ensure successful program delivery
• Provide regular status reporting to executive leadership and government stakeholders

Required Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, or related field
• PMP, PgMP, ITIL, or other relevant program management certifications
• 10 years of IT experience
• 3 years of experience in management or supervisory capacity
• 3 years of experience with systems/cloud/data science

Acceptable Substitutions:

• 4 years of work experience can be substituted for the bachelor’s degree requirement

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Proven experience managing large, complex IT programs with teams of 50+ personnel
• Demonstrated experience with federal government contracts, preferably with statistical agencies
• Proficiency in modern program management methodologies including Agile, SAFe, and traditional waterfall approaches
• Strong understanding of DevSecOps practices and cloud computing technologies
• Experience with application modernization and cloud migration strategies
•  Knowledge of data management principles and enterprise architecture
• Strong financial management skills, including budget planning and execution for multi-million dollar programs
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Ability to effectively manage and resolve conflicts across diverse teams
• Experience developing and implementing program management processes and tools
• Understanding of federal acquisition regulations and government contracting processes
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and mentor team members
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearances for federal government work

Desired Skills and Competencies:

• Master’s Degree in related field
• Experience with federal statistical agency programs
• Knowledge of data privacy and security regulations specific to government agencies
• Experience with large-scale data processing systems and technologies
• Familiarity with AI/ML implementation in government settings
• Previous experience with government operations or systems
• Understanding of federal IT modernization initiatives and strategies
• Experience managing organizational change in government environments
• Background in systems integration across complex technology ecosystems

Security Requirement: 

•  Ability to obtain a Public Trust 

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations.
Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.
 
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