Program Manager (Acquisition SME)

Job Description

Job Description

Program Manager (Acquisition SME)

We are seeking a Program Manager (Acquisition SME) to serve as a senior advisor and lead supporting Defense Business Systems (DBS) and IT capability lifecycles. This role will oversee complex, multi-functional teams and provide leadership across contract operations, acquisition strategy, compliance, and digital transformation initiatives .

This role is part of an upcoming federal program and is expected to move forward pending final award.

• Serve as a senior advisor for DBS and IT capability lifecycle management

• Lead and oversee large, multi-functional teams and day-to-day contract operations

• Drive strategic planning, risk mitigation, and performance tracking

• Ensure acquisition and procurement compliance across programs

• Conduct independent programmatic reviews and support portfolio oversight

• Lead initiatives in:

• Business Process Reengineering (BPR)

• Organizational Change Management (OCM)

• Digital transformation outcomes

• Capture and implement lessons learned across programs

• Support development and execution of acquisition strategies and documentation

• PMP or equivalent senior-level Project Management certification
  OR relevant degree in Project Management
• DAWIA Advanced / Level III / Professional Certification in:
• Program Management OR Contracting
• 15+ years of experience in: Program management, Government acquisition
• 10+ years supporting DoD or DLA in DBS acquisition lifecycle management
• Demonstrated experience with:
  • Developing acquisition strategies
  • Analyzing source documentation
  • Authoring acquisition documentation
  • Ensuring compliance with the Adaptive Acquisition Framework (DoDI 5000.02)

• 15+ years of progressively responsible leadership in IT or consulting environments
• Including experience supporting major acquisition milestones and portfolio reviews

• Master's degree in a relevant field, such as: MBA, Management, Information Technology, Public Administration, Project Management, Related discipline

• Experience supporting ACAT I / BCAT I programs
• Ability to educate and guide teams on DoDI 5000 compliance
• Experience with:
• Lean Six Sigma
• Business Process Reengineering (BPR)
• Continuous Process Improvement (CPI)
• Experience implementing:
• Agile methodologies
• DevSecOps within the DoD acquisition lifecycle