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Program Manager - Security & Adjudicative Support Services

The Program Manager serves as the primary leader for a high-volume, high-complexity security and adjudication program for the Intelligence Community. The PM is the principal liaison between the Contractor and the Government, reporting directly to the Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR). This role requires a hands-on leader capable of managing personnel, financials, and performance quality while ensuring strict adherence to the Statement of Work (SOW) and Program Management Plan (PMP).

Security Clearance:

Active TS/SCI w Full Scope Polygraph

Location:

Norther Virginia Area

Responsibilities:

• Operational Control: Plan, organize, and direct all activities. Ensure requirements are delivered IAW the Program Management Plan (PMP) with a focus on efficiency, timeliness, and quality.
• Program Management Reviews (PMR): Lead monthly PMRs (CDRL-006) to discuss performance, status reports, and contract topics with the COTR and CO.
• Delivery Management: Ensure all SOW requirements are delivered in accordance with the Program Management Plan (PMP), prioritizing efficiency, timeliness, and quality.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact for the COTR regarding all aspects of contract management, performance, personnel security, and invoicing.
• Cost Control: Maximize cost reduction opportunities and minimize delays between cost incurrence and invoicing (ensuring minimal accrual and accurate billing).
• Cost Efficiencies: Actively identify and recommend automated tools, process improvements, or SOP changes that reduce costs or increase efficiency. Submit cost-analysis proposals for these improvements to the CO/COTR.
• Reporting: Manage the preparation and submission of all Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliveries.
• Staff Management: Provide full oversight and monitoring of contractor personnel, ensuring they are qualified and that potential personnel problems are pre-empted.
• Task Coordination: Consult with Task Managers for problem resolution, task scheduling, resource allocation, and training needs.
• Performance Standards: Ensure tasking guidance from the Government is unambiguous and that all tasks are completed within established deadlines.

Minimum Requirements:

• Active TS/SCI w/ FSP
• Bachelors Degree 3+ years as a Program Manager for a program similar technical scope and complexity; or High School Diploma 6+ years serving as a Program Manager and Technical lead for a program of similar technical scope and complexity
• Knowledge of ICD 704 regulations and the clearance adjudication process.
• Experience developing risk management plans and ITIL-based incident reporting systems.
• Advanced ability to lead diverse teams and brief senior Government officials.
• Experience with personnel security clearance actions to include adjudication of initial applicants, industrial contractors and periodic reinvestigations of staff employees, detailees and industrial contractors.
• Familiarity with personnel security tools (ex. Scattered Castles, iSTARS, STARgate, DISS)

About Xcelerate Solutions:

Founded in 2009 and headquartered in McLean, VA, Xcelerate Solutions (www.xceleratesolutions.com) is one of America's fastest-growing companies. Xcelerate's culture is defined by our diversified workforce of dynamic and versatile professionals, supported with growth and development opportunities that contribute to individual and company growth. This strong commitment to our employees has been recognized by our inclusion on the Washington Business Journal's "50 Best Places to Work" list as well as being a "Great Place to Work" certified company with a 4.6 star, and a 99% CEO approval Glassdoor rating. Come find out why Xcelerate Solutions is one of the top DC Metro employers!

Xcelerate Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, equal pay, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or expression of another protected characteristic. As part of this commitment to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals, Xcelerate provides reasonable accommodation if needed because of an applicant's or an employee's disability.

Pay Transparency Notice: Xcelerate Solutions will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.