Program Manager

Leidos

. Provide overall leadership for the BITSDIS 2 program .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $131,300 - $237,350 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive program management expertise in leading large, complex Federal IT and scientific support programs, with a strong focus on stakeholder engagement, operational efficiency, and compliance with federal regulations. Proven ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and drive strategic initiatives in cloud modernization, data management, and cybersecurity within NIH and HHS environments.

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Program ManagementStakeholder EngagementFederal Contract ManagementCybersecurityCloud Modernization

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Hard Skills

Program ManagementRequirements GatheringSoftware EngineeringSystems IntegrationRisk ManagementQuality AssuranceData ManagementCybersecurityFinancial ManagementProcess Optimization

Soft Skills

Executive CommunicationNegotiationProblem-SolvingCustomer FocusCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Cloud PlatformsAPIsEnterprise IT EnvironmentsNIH Administrative SystemsDigital Modernization Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP CertificationPublic Trust / ADPII Clearance

Industry Keywords

NIHNCIFederal Civilian AgenciesScientific Research SupportCancer InformaticsAcquisitionsGrants ManagementFinancial ManagementEnterprise Governance ProcessesCBIIT

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber SecurityPMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide overall leadership for the BITSDIS 2 program
Ensure successful execution across requirements gathering and development, software engineering, systems integration, IV&V, operations, cybersecurity, and required NIH OCIO and NCI security stakeholder engagement activities
Collaborate with Government stakeholders, solution architects, software engineers, cybersecurity specialists, data engineers, and operations personnel to deliver enterprise IT capabilities
Serve as the primary interface with Contracting Officers, Contracting Officer's Representatives, Program Officials, Division Directors, Branch Chiefs, and senior Government stakeholders
Build and maintain trusted relationships with executive-level customers across NIH, NCI, HHS, and partner organizations
Provide strategic leadership for large, multidisciplinary teams supporting information technology, scientific research, data management, cybersecurity, cloud modernization, artificial intelligence, and business operations
Lead program planning, execution, staffing, financial management, risk management, and quality assurance across multiple projects and task orders
Establish governance structures, executive steering committees, and performance management processes
Develop and implement program management plans, integrated master schedules, risk mitigation strategies, communications plans, and continuous improvement initiatives
Oversee contract performance and compliance with contractual requirements, SLAs, performance metrics, and federal acquisition regulations
Lead executive briefings, quarterly program reviews, milestone reviews, and strategic planning sessions
Coordinate with technical leads, scientific subject matter experts, cybersecurity teams, and infrastructure organizations for integrated delivery
Manage subcontractor relationships and coordinate multiple teaming partners
Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and mission outcomes through process optimization and emerging technologies
Support capture planning, proposal development, transition planning, and contract growth initiatives
Support modernization involving cloud platforms, APIs, data integration, AI-assisted development, and automation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Science, or another related medical, scientific, or technical discipline; 15 years of experience may substitute for the degree
Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible program management experience supporting Federal civilian agencies and managing large, complex Federal IT or scientific support programs
Demonstrated experience managing programs supporting NIH, preferably NCI
Extensive experience interacting directly with senior Government executives, including Division Directors, Office Directors, Institute leadership, Executive Officers, Chief Information Officers, and Contracting Officials
Demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary teams consisting of technical, scientific, operational, and administrative personnel
Proven experience managing multi-million-dollar Federal contracts with responsibility for cost, schedule, scope, staffing, and performance
Excellent executive communication, presentation, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust / ADPII Clearance
Preferred: Extensive knowledge of NIH organizational structure, governance, funding mechanisms, and administrative processes
Preferred: Strong understanding of NCI business operations, scientific research support, cancer informatics, and enterprise IT environments
Preferred: Experience supporting organizations such as CBIIT and/or other NCI centers and divisions
Preferred: Familiarity with NIH administrative systems, including acquisitions, grants management, financial management, scientific portfolio management, and enterprise governance processes
Preferred: Experience leading cloud migration, enterprise data management, or digital modernization initiatives within NIH or HHS
Preferred: PMP certification
Strong customer focus and mission orientation
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to lead cross-functional teams in a collaborative environment
Commitment to quality, innovation, and continuous process improvement
Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and executive audiences