Senior Manager - RMIC Program Manager

Harnessing Technology to Improve Financial Stewardship for the Welfare, Defense, and Security of Our Nation

Blake Willson Group (BWG) unites deep domain experts with technologists who leverage industry-leading financial management solutions to address the most critical mission objectives. Headquartered in the National Capital Region, the firm delivers measurable outcomes through technology-forward strategies and advanced solutions that drive mission success.

Blake Willson Group has a distinguished track record of exceptional performance, achieving operational efficiencies that allow our clients to do more with less. BWG has earned the confidence of its clients by consistently exceeding expectations through its unwavering commitment to best value solutions, implemented with speed.

Job Location: 

This role is 100% on-site in Arlington, VA.

Clearance:

Must have an active Secret Security Clearance.

Job Description:

Blake Willson Group is seeking an experienced Program Manager, Risk Management & Internal Controls (RMIC) to lead the strategic planning, execution, and oversight of enterprise-wide RMIC programs supporting federal financial management and internal control initiatives. This role will be responsible for managing RMIC program execution, coordinating internal control assessments, overseeing corrective action plans, and providing executive-level reporting to ensure program objectives are achieved on schedule, within scope, and within budget. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience leading federal internal control programs, managing cross-functional teams, and improving organizational risk management capabilities. In this position, you will also:

• Lead the strategic planning, execution, and oversight of enterprise-wide RMIC programs in alignment with federal mandates, including OMB Circular A-123, the GAO Green Book, and FMFIA requirements.
• Develop and maintain integrated program plans, schedules, milestones, and tracking tools to manage RMIC activities, deliverables, risks, and dependencies.
• Oversee internal control assessment activities, including Tests of Design (TOD), Tests of Effectiveness (TOE), documentation reviews, and audit-ready evidence collection.
• Manage Corrective Action Plans (CAPs) by monitoring remediation activities, validating closure criteria, identifying root causes, and ensuring alignment with federal internal control requirements.
• Coordinate with leadership, audit stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to ensure RMIC initiatives support enterprise risk priorities and organizational objectives.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks while managing interdependencies across multiple teams and workstreams.
• Prepare executive-level briefings, dashboards, and program status reports to communicate progress, risks, and recommendations to senior stakeholders.
• Support continuous improvement of internal control processes by identifying opportunities to enhance governance, reporting, and operational effectiveness.
• Mentor RMIC analysts and support workforce development initiatives to strengthen internal control knowledge and organizational capabilities.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience leading enterprise-wide Risk Management and Internal Controls (RMIC), internal control, or risk management programs within federal government environments.
• 7+ years of experience applying federal internal control frameworks, including OMB Circular A-123, GAO Green Book, FMFIA, and related compliance requirements.
• 7+ years of experience managing complex programs, including internal control assessments, corrective action plans, audit coordination, stakeholder engagement, and executive reporting.
• Must have one of the following active certifications: PMP, CPA, CGFM, CDFM. 

Desired Skills:

• Experience supporting federal audit readiness initiatives and engagements with oversight organizations.
• Experience with enterprise data integration, business intelligence, automation, and advanced analytics solutions.
• Knowledge of federal financial management, audit remediation, and property valuation methodologies.
• Experience supporting sustainability, resilience, energy management, or infrastructure optimization initiatives.

At Blake Willson Group, we believe in transparency and fairness in compensation practices. For this position, we offer a competitive salary range of $150,000 to $180,000 in the United States. Your individual salary within this range will be determined by various factors, including but not limited to your education, experience, skills, and geographic location. We also provide a comprehensive Total Rewards package, which includes major medical benefits such as dental and vision coverage, a 401(k)-contribution plan, holiday and personal time off, professional development training & certification benefits, health & wellness subsidies, paid time off for community service, and more. We value your contributions and are committed to recognizing and rewarding your performance and the value you bring to our business.

The statements above describe the general nature and level of work anticipated for this role. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or skills required. Blake Willson Group reserves the right to modify, assign, or add job-related responsibilities as business needs require. Where feasible, reasonable accommodations may be provided for individuals to perform essential job functions.

Blake Willson Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to maintaining a professional, respectful, and harassment-free workplace. All employment decisions are based on business needs, qualifications, and merit. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. Blake Willson Group prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

Blake Willson Group complies with federal equal employment opportunity requirements. The “Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination Is Illegal” poster is available to applicants and employees. View the official poster here: Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal

If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact us at 202-381-0603, Ext. 3.

Blake Willson Group participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to verify authorization to work in the United States.