Senior Program Manager
$127K - $128K/yr
Leidos has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Program Manager in our Intel Sector's Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA) in the Annapolis Junction, MD area. Our talented team is at the forefront ...
$127K - $128K/yr
Leidos has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Program Manager in our Intel Sector's Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA) in the Annapolis Junction, MD area. Our talented team is at the forefront ...
$127K - $128K/yr
Leidos has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Program Manager in our Intel Sector's Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA) in the Annapolis Junction, MD area. Our talented team is at the forefront ...
Annapolis, MD · On-site +1
$120K - $130K/yr
Position Summary The Sr. Program Manager, Professional Services, will be responsible for overseeing long and short-term strategic and tactical planning, as well as the day-to-day activities required ...
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Annapolis, MD · On-site +1
$120K - $130K/yr
Position Summary The Sr. Program Manager, Professional Services, will be responsible for overseeing long and short-term strategic and tactical planning, as well as the day-to-day activities required ...
Patuxent River, MD · On-site
$140K - $180K/yr
Overview Nakupuna Federal is seeking a Senior Program Manager to join our team of talented professionals providing services to NAVAIR programs. This individual will support service delivery as well ...
Patuxent River, MD · On-site
$140K - $180K/yr
Overview Nakupuna Federal is seeking a Senior Program Manager to join our team of talented professionals providing services to NAVAIR programs. This individual will support service delivery as well ...
$140K - $180K/yr
Nakupuna Federal is seeking a Senior Program Manager to join our team of talented professionals providing services to NAVAIR programs. This individual will support service delivery as well as grow ...
$140K - $180K/yr
Nakupuna Federal is seeking a Senior Program Manager to join our team of talented professionals providing services to NAVAIR programs. This individual will support service delivery as well as grow ...
Annapolis, MD · On-site +1
$114K - $115K/yr
Position Summary The Sr. Program Manager, Professional Services, will be responsible for overseeing long and short-term strategic and tactical planning, as well as the day-to-day activities required ...
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Annapolis, MD · On-site +1
$114K - $115K/yr
Position Summary The Sr. Program Manager, Professional Services, will be responsible for overseeing long and short-term strategic and tactical planning, as well as the day-to-day activities required ...
Aberdeen, MD · On-site
$124K - $125K/yr
Three Saints Bay, LLC is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead execution of complex DoD programs, providing strategic oversight and ensuring alignment with mission objectives. The role involves ...
Aberdeen, MD · On-site
$124K - $125K/yr
Three Saints Bay, LLC is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead execution of complex DoD programs, providing strategic oversight and ensuring alignment with mission objectives. The role involves ...
$124K - $125K/yr
Senior Program Manager / Acquisition Advisor (5842) Location Aberdeen, MD Job Code 5842 # of Openings 1
$124K - $125K/yr
Senior Program Manager / Acquisition Advisor (5842) Location Aberdeen, MD Job Code 5842 # of Openings 1
Aberdeen, MD · On-site
$124K - $125K/yr
Senior Program Manager / Acquisition Advisor (5842) Location Aberdeen, MD Job Code 5842 # of Openings 1
Aberdeen, MD · On-site
$124K - $125K/yr
Senior Program Manager / Acquisition Advisor (5842) Location Aberdeen, MD Job Code 5842 # of Openings 1
Aberdeen, MD · On-site
$103K - $123K/yr
Bennett Aerospace, Inc., a subsidiary of Three Saints Bay, LLC, is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead execution of complex DoD programs, providing strategic oversight and ensuring alignment ...
Aberdeen, MD · On-site
$103K - $123K/yr
Bennett Aerospace, Inc., a subsidiary of Three Saints Bay, LLC, is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead execution of complex DoD programs, providing strategic oversight and ensuring alignment ...
Annapolis, MD · On-site
$114K - $115K/yr
The Senior Program Manager will serve as the primary interface with government stakeholders, ensuring successful execution of program objectives, contract requirements, and mission outcomes. Key ...
Annapolis, MD · On-site
$114K - $115K/yr
The Senior Program Manager will serve as the primary interface with government stakeholders, ensuring successful execution of program objectives, contract requirements, and mission outcomes. Key ...
Aberdeen, MD · On-site
$103K - $123K/yr
Bennett Aerospace, Inc., a subsidiary of Three Saints Bay, LLC, is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead execution of complex DoD programs, providing strategic oversight and ensuring alignment ...
Aberdeen, MD · On-site
$103K - $123K/yr
Bennett Aerospace, Inc., a subsidiary of Three Saints Bay, LLC, is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead execution of complex DoD programs, providing strategic oversight and ensuring alignment ...
Ellicott City, MD · On-site
$58/hr
Works with the House Managers to manage and supervise the daily functions of the residential houses to ensure productivity and efficiency within the Residential Program. * Responsible for the ...
Ellicott City, MD · On-site
$58/hr
Works with the House Managers to manage and supervise the daily functions of the residential houses to ensure productivity and efficiency within the Residential Program. * Responsible for the ...
Fort George G Meade, MD · On-site
$129K - $129K/yr
SECRET Education/Certification: IT Engineering BS, PMP Years of Experience: 8+ years project management, including IT/PKI expertise The Program Manager must possess project management skills in an IT ...
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Fort George G Meade, MD · On-site
$129K - $129K/yr
SECRET Education/Certification: IT Engineering BS, PMP Years of Experience: 8+ years project management, including IT/PKI expertise The Program Manager must possess project management skills in an IT ...
$58 - $62K/hr
Works with the House Managers to manage and supervise the daily functions of the residential houses to ensure productivity and efficiency within the Residential Program. * Responsible for the ...
$58 - $62K/hr
Works with the House Managers to manage and supervise the daily functions of the residential houses to ensure productivity and efficiency within the Residential Program. * Responsible for the ...
Lexington Park, MD · On-site
$150K - $190K/yr
Senior Program Manager Overview: ITC is actively seeking an experienced Program Manager to join our team to providing senior level oversite of a Foreign Military Sales Logistics Sustainment Services ...
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Lexington Park, MD · On-site
$150K - $190K/yr
Senior Program Manager Overview: ITC is actively seeking an experienced Program Manager to join our team to providing senior level oversite of a Foreign Military Sales Logistics Sustainment Services ...
Lexington Park, MD · On-site
$150K - $190K/yr
Senior Program Manager Overview: ITC is actively seeking an experienced Program Manager to join our team to providing senior level oversite of a Foreign Military Sales Logistics Sustainment Services ...
Lexington Park, MD · On-site
$150K - $190K/yr
Senior Program Manager Overview: ITC is actively seeking an experienced Program Manager to join our team to providing senior level oversite of a Foreign Military Sales Logistics Sustainment Services ...
Columbia, MD · On-site +1
$114K - $114K/yr
Job Summary The Senior Program Manager will play a key part on program teams to support the planning and delivery of complex projects and programs within the water and wastewater industry that ...
Columbia, MD · On-site +1
$114K - $114K/yr
Job Summary The Senior Program Manager will play a key part on program teams to support the planning and delivery of complex projects and programs within the water and wastewater industry that ...
Rockville, MD · On-site
$118K - $118K/yr
Program Manager / Senior Program Manager Location: Rockville, MD Work Schedule: Hybrid (minimum 3 days onsite) Position Overview CyberData Technologies is looking for a seasoned Program Manager or ...
Rockville, MD · On-site
$118K - $118K/yr
Program Manager / Senior Program Manager Location: Rockville, MD Work Schedule: Hybrid (minimum 3 days onsite) Position Overview CyberData Technologies is looking for a seasoned Program Manager or ...
Fort George G Meade, MD · On-site
$131K - $290K/yr
Senior Program Manager Job Category: Project and Program Management Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel ...
Fort George G Meade, MD · On-site
$131K - $290K/yr
Senior Program Manager Job Category: Project and Program Management Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel ...
Columbia, MD · On-site
$215K - $300K/yr
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Columbia, MD · On-site
$215K - $300K/yr
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A senior program manager can work in many industries, including healthcare, construction, and technology, to improve the efficiency and profitability of a business or organization. As a senior program manager, your job duties involve using analytical skills to manage a project while overseeing a team. You organize resources, stay within budget, use SDLC guidelines, assess project risk, provide quality control to meet goals, and report on development. Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and industry experience, but an MBA specializing in project management can give you a competitive edge. Desired skills include leadership, organization, and the ability to conduct research. Having a diverse business background is also beneficial for this career.
| Aspect | Senior Program Manager | Project Manager |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Typically requires a bachelor's degree, PMP or PgMP certification, extensive experience in program management | Usually requires a bachelor's degree, PMP certification often preferred, less extensive experience needed |
| Work Environment | Oversees multiple related projects within a program, strategic focus | Manages individual projects, tactical focus |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Common in large corporations, tech, healthcare, and finance sectors | Widely used across industries for specific project delivery |
The Senior Program Manager focuses on managing multiple projects aligned with organizational goals, requiring strategic oversight and extensive experience. In contrast, the Project Manager handles individual projects, ensuring timely delivery and scope management. Both roles are vital but differ mainly in scope and complexity.

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Leidos has an exciting opportunity for aSenior Program Manager in our Intel Sector's Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA) in the Annapolis Junction, MD area. Our talented team is at the forefront in Mission Software, Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Offensive Cyber, Artificial Intelligence, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management.
You will lead execution on a large, nationally significant mission-critical Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) / Identity and access management (IdAM) contract within the SIGINT Solutions Division, providing program management, program security administration, and oversight. As the prime contractor, Leidos will drive performance optimization in achieving mission outcomes through efficient prosecution of the customer's product backlog and roadmap.
What you'll be doing:
Responsible for management of all contract activities that impact Leidos' ability to meet the Government's requirements.
Allocate and manage program resources, including staffing, facilities, budgets, recruitment and training (direct and indirect) on the contract.
Review and present the Integrated Program Baseline (resource loaded schedule) to the Government.
Review and approve Estimate to Complete, Contract Data Requirements (CDR) and other financial reports based on contractual requirements.
Review risk and risk mitigation activities and report status to the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).
Prepare program status reviews and other formal reviews to be presented to the Government PM. Communicate issues and solutions to the Government PM.
Ensure compliance with all regulatory and administrative requirements imposed by the contract in coordination with the Contractor's contracts staff.
Review all financial and technical reports before release to the Government.
Ensure cross-discipline integration within the contract to meet Government needs.
Oversee financial performance, including Earned Value Management (EVM), Estimates to Complete (ETC), funds and labor reporting, and review/approval of all required financial deliverables.
Mentor mid-level and junior staff.
What does Leidos need from me?
Clearance: Active Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) with Polygraph security clearance required.
Education: Minimum Bachelor's Degree from accredited college or university
Experience:
Fifteen years' (15) experience as a program or project manager in managing programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
Direct experience in managing multi-task contracts and subcontracts of various types and complexity, as well as experience in leading a multi-vendor environment is required.
Certification(s): Must have a PMP, FAC-P/PM Senior Level, and/or Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level III certification in Program Management.
Knowledge:
Shall be knowledgeable of the guidelines provided by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), DoD 5000 series, and ICD 801 policies.
Understanding of agile software development, enterprise service operations, sustainment, support, and integration, ICAM/IdAM, and Zero Trust.
Program Management: Must have demonstrated experience in conducting requirements analysis, resource allocation, project costing, deliverable tracking, schedule and financial data monitoring, and reporting.
Favorable if you have:
Experience with Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) / Identity and Access Management (IdAM) technologies.
Experience supporting intelligence community or high-security mission environments.
Master's Degree from accredited college or university in any field related to support to government contracting, business management, and/or related engineering field (e.g., computer science; cybersecurity).
Experience with operations, sustainment, support, and integration of Enterprise services.
Experience implementing solutions within cloud-based architectures.
Expertise leading proven practices in executing large-scale Agile development programs.
Related professional certifications as CISSP, CCSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, CGEIT, FICAM training, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA CASP+, vendor IAM certifications (e.g., Microsoft SC-300), Zero Trust
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:March 24, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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