Deputy Program Manager

Cherokee Federal

. Assist the Program Manager in managing contractual operations and meeting or exceeding contract and BPA call requirements .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing government contracts and program operations, ensuring compliance with standards and effective communication with stakeholders. Proven ability to coordinate personnel assignments, track performance metrics, and implement service delivery improvements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project Management ExperienceGovernment Contract ManagementActive Secret Security ClearanceBachelor's DegreeStrong Organizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Contract ManagementPerformance TrackingResource ReportingCompliance CoordinationPersonnel Coordination

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOral CommunicationWritten CommunicationProblem-SolvingOrganizational Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Government ContractsBPA Terms and ConditionsStaffing LevelsService Delivery ImprovementsOnboarding Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist the Program Manager in managing contractual operations and meeting or exceeding contract and BPA call requirements
Serve as the secondary point of contact for INL and the Contracting Officer
Respond to Contracting Officer communications within eight business hours
Carry out all Program Manager duties while the Program Manager is out of the office
Help maintain staffing levels of at least 95% and report staffing levels in weekly, monthly, and annual reports
Coordinate personnel assignments and address contractor and subcontractor personnel issues
Ensure personnel understand duties and comply with standards of conduct, internal controls, policies, and BPA terms and conditions
Support security-clearance compliance and coordinate onboarding, visitor access requests, badging, and briefings
Coordinate and submit deliverables on time
Track costs, schedules, performance, tasks, and resource reporting
Resolve contract and BPA call issues and attend meetings as needed
Facilitate travel requests within one day
Coordinate work visas and support compliance with business-licensing requirements and country labor laws
Identify and implement service delivery improvements
Assist with personnel coordination, performance-related issues, and day-to-day contract oversight
Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal
U.S. citizenship and documentation establishing citizenship, or legal permanent resident status as stated in the position restriction
Active Secret security clearance
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
At least five years of project or program management experience
At least five years of experience managing government contracts involving professional and administrative support services
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to travel to Washington, DC, within one day when required
Ability to meet Cherokee Federal’s pre-employment qualifications
Subject to pre-employment drug testing
May be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Up to a 6% 401(k) company match
Paid time off
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Prescription drug coverage
Basic life and AD&D insurance
Supplemental life insurance options
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA) option
Professional development, training, and certification support
Voluntary accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection benefits