Program Manager Director Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Employment in this role is conditional upon successful execution of the contract by the client.

The Work

The Program Manager plays a critical role in leading and coordinating large-scale, complex programs to ensure successful delivery of all objectives in alignment with organizational and contractual goals. The role involves strategic planning, resource management, stakeholder communication, and overall program execution to meet contractual, budgetary, and performance requirements. Program Managers function as the primary point of contact between the client and the organization, assuming responsibility for planning, organizing, and managing resources across all phases of the program lifecycle.

This position aligns with Cayuse’s core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform program management duties in support of the client’s program execution.
• Provide senior-level program management support consistent with the SME experience requirement.
• Coordinate program activities and deliverables across assigned site(s) in support of training operations.
• Support planning, tracking, and reporting activities appropriate to the Program Manager labor category level.
• Identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate risk throughout the contract program life cycle and coordinate with the COR, Primary Contracting Officer (PCO), and the client Program Manager prior to making decisions that will cause deterioration of the contract program, related to resource allocation, cost and schedule.
• Develop and implement corrective action plans when deviations from budgets and/or schedules are evident.
• Seek assistance in resolving schedule and budget problems as they arise.
• Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values, and culture of the organization.
• Provide metrics and analysis to support forward-looking decision making based on data
• Provide program status reports/metrics and briefings as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications – Here’s What You Need

The qualifications and skills listed below are intended to provide a general overview of the requirements for this position. However, due to the anticipated nature of the contract and the absence of a finalized task order from the client, this list should not be considered all-encompassing. Additional qualifications, certifications, skills, or experience specific to the client’s requirements may be identified and requested upon award of the task order. Candidates should demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to adapt to evolving responsibilities as outlined by the client.

• Program Manager Senior:
  • Master’s degree or approved equivalent of experience.
  • PMP Certification desired.
  • Active Secret Security Clearance is required.
  • 4-10 years’ performing program management-like duties, preferably in an IT or cyber-related mission.
  • Proven record of supervising direct reports and small teams.
• Program Manager SME:
  • Master’s degree or approved equivalent of experience.
  • PMP Certification.
  • 15+ years’ performing program management-like duties, preferably in an IT or cyber-related mission. 
  • Ability to provide strategic advice, technical guidance and expertise to program and project staff. 
  • Proven record of leading an organization with both direct and indirect reports.
  • Command or Senior Enlisted experience desired.
  • Active Secret Security Clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance.

Minimum Skills:

• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate in a clear, professional, and articulate manner.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. 
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high-level attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze systems and procedures
• Strong multitasking skills with the ability to manage multiple design streams across concurrent work effort.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work well independently as well as on a multi-functional team.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.

Our Commitment to you / overview of benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Wellness Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
• Voluntary Life and AD&D options
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
• Paid Time Off

 Reports to: Managing Director

Working Conditions

• Professional office environment, with the ability to work onsite in the main office.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
• Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
• Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.
• May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
• May be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.
• May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.

 Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.