Program Senior Director

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Program Management

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Communication, New Business Growth, Strategic Planning

Certifications:

None

Experience:

15 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

GDIT is seeking a senior level position for a Program Senior Director (Special Operations) managing and supporting the United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) and USSOCOM’s subordinate commands, such as the US Army Special Operations Command (USASOC) with requirements. The Senior Program Director will be responsible for leading the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple, complex programs and projects supporting USSOCOM and its subordinate units, with a primary focus on USASOC. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully managing Special Operations programs and leading cross-functional teams.

HOW A PROGRAM SENIOR DIRECTOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Leading the Planning, Execution, and Delivery of multiple, complex programs and projects supporting USSOCOM and its subordinate units, with a primary focus on USASOC.   

• Strategic Planning and Execution; developing program plans, schedules, and ensuring alignment with Special Operations customer, organizational and program business objectives.

• Program and Project Oversight; managing and coordinating cross-functional teams, monitoring progress, resolving issues, and mitigating risk to ensure programs / projects are completed on time and within budget.

• Resource Management; managing multiple program / project budgets, allocating resources, qualified staff, and optimizing resource utilization across projects.

• Special Operations Customer and Stakeholder Management; building and maintaining strong relations with customers and stakeholders, managing customer expectations, addressing their concerns, and resolution of issues.

• Communication and Reporting; keep customers, stakeholders and internal business senior leadership informed of program status, progress, risks and issues.

• On Program Growth and Strategic New Business Growth Initiatives; identify, plan and pursue opportunities for on program growth, and strategic new business growth opportunities, and initiatives within the USSOCOM customer market segment in coordination, and collaboration with the Defense Growth Team.

• Team Leadership; leading and mentoring cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration, and ensuring a positive work environment.

• Process Improvement; implementing best practices and process improvements to enhance program / project delivery.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Education: Bachelor of Arts/Science required; BS in Business preferred

• Required Technical Experience: 15 + Years experience supporting U.S. Special Operations Forces (SOF) in SOF Core Mission Areas and SOF Core Operations (Military, Government Civilian or Industry) (USASOC experience preferred)

• Required Experience: 5+ years of Program / Project Manager experience managing Department of Defense programs / projects (Program Management Experience Supporting US Special Operations programs and projects preferred)

• Required Certification: Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification (Current)

• Security Clearance Level: Top Secret clearance required to start

• Location: Hybrid to Tampa, Florida office

• Travel required for this role up to 75%

• US Citizenship Required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

• 401K with company match

• Comprehensive health and wellness packages

• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career

• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications

• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from

• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

The likely salary range for this position is $184,875 - $250,125. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

50-75%

Telecommuting Options:

Hybrid

Work Location:

USA FL Tampa

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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