Scientific Program Manager Jobs in Melbourne, FL

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Koniag Tech and Infrastructure LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Program Manager with a Secret security clearance to support KITS and our customer at Stennis Space Center, MS. This position is for a Future New Business Opportunity.   

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement. 

We are seeking an experienced, mission-focused Program Manager to lead and oversee data center operations in a secure, mission-critical government environment. This role is responsible for the end-to-end programmatic management of data center programs, including planning, execution, stakeholder coordination, budget oversight, risk management, and delivery of technical and operational objectives.

The ideal candidate brings proven experience managing complex IT infrastructure programs within DoD or Intelligence Community (IC) environments, with a deep understanding of data center operations, lifecycle management, and government program execution frameworks.

This role is central to ensuring that data center programs are delivered on time, within scope, and in full compliance with government requirements and security mandates. The Program Manager will serve as the primary interface between technical teams, government stakeholders, and senior leadership, driving program strategy, enforcing accountability, and ensuring mission success across the enterprise.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead full lifecycle program management for data center operations, including planning, scheduling, resource allocation, execution, and closeout
• Serve as the primary point of contact for government customers, contracting officers, and senior leadership on all program matters
• Provide strategic planning for long term initiatives such as energy efficiency improvements and life cycle management of critical infrastructure
• Provide strategy to optimize and grow capabilities
• Develop and maintain program documentation, including Program Management Plans (PMPs), Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), Risk Registers, and Status Reports
• Oversee day-to-day data center operations, including compute, storage, networking, cooling, power, and physical security infrastructure
• Manage program budgets, track expenditures, and provide financial forecasting and variance reporting
• Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks and issues, escalating critical items to appropriate stakeholders in a timely manner
• Coordinate across cross-functional teams, including engineering, cybersecurity, logistics, and facilities to ensure integrated program delivery
• Ensure all data center operations and program activities comply with DoD regulations, contractual requirements, and applicable security policies
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize data center performance, availability, and operational efficiency
• Support staffing, onboarding, and personnel management activities in coordination with HR and functional leads
• Facilitate program reviews, technical exchanges, and executive briefings with government and senior leadership stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with applicable frameworks including NIST, RMF, DoD STIGs, and IC security directives

Required Experience:

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in program or project management, with at least 3+ years managing data center or IT infrastructure programs in a DoD or IC environment
• Demonstrated experience managing programs of record with multi-million dollar budgets and cross-functional teams
• Proven ability to manage government contracts and navigate federal acquisition and compliance requirements
• Strong understanding of data center operations, including physical infrastructure, power/cooling systems, virtualization, and network architecture
• Experience with risk management, earned value management (EVM), and schedule development using tools such as Microsoft Project or Primavera P6
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks, including NIST SP 800-53, RMF, and DoD STIG compliance requirements
• Experience briefing senior government officials and executive leadership on program status, risks, and performance

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration or a related field is required
• Master's degree in a related field is preferred

Required Professional Certifications:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) – PMI

Preferred Certifications / Training:

• ITIL Foundation
• CompTIA Security+
• Agile/SAFe Program Consultant certification
• Data Center Certified Associate (DCCA) or equivalent

• Certified Data Centre Professional (CDCP)

Desired Attributes:

• Strong understanding of mission-critical government data center environments and operational requirements
• Demonstrated ability to lead geographically distributed, cross-functional teams in high-security environments
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing executive-level briefings and program artifacts
• Ability to balance strategic program planning with hands-on operational oversight and problem resolution
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively manage relationships with government customers, contractors, and internal stakeholders
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
• Commitment to accountability, transparency, and delivering results within a structured program management framework

Clearance Requirements:

• Secret clearance is required with the ability to upgrade— candidates will not be considered without an active Secret

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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.

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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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