Program Manager

Description Tyto Athene is searching for a  Program Manager  with a strong background in Cybersecurity for an exciting opportunity in Washington DC. Responsibilities: Responsible for planning, organizing, and executing all aspects of program scope, schedule, cost, technical, and staffing performance and activities on major, complex contracts to ensure timely and quality delivery of services to the client Formulate and enforce work standards, assign staff work schedules, and review and resolve work discrepancies Ensure timely, complete, high-quality contract deliverables; ensure SLAs are met or exceeded 100% of the time Interface with client’s senior management personnel, including briefings up to CIO/CISO level Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives including process optimization to maximize efficiencies within the team and program, process automation, and functional integration across task areas and teams Be a positive change agent, both within and outside the organization; propagate our corporate culture throughout the program Lead risk management activities, including identification and recommended mitigations; track and manage risks and issues through closure Build, grow, and develop high-performing teams aligned with the customer’s mission and strategy Manage program personnel to include interviewing, hiring, performance evaluations, compensation, and training and development Guide and mentor team leads and all contractor staff Manage program execution in accordance with NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) lifecycle Occasional travel to Government sites may be required. Qualifications Required: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related field. Bachelor's degree may be substituted with an additional 8 years of relevant functional experience. PMP active certification. Minimum ten (10) years of general experience and eight (8) years of managing federated cybersecurity programs with Information Assurance, Security Engineering, and/or Security Operations components Strong leadership, relationship-building, written and verbal communication, and analytic and problem-solving skills are required Strong experience with Microsoft Office and other program and project management tools and applications is required Strong leadership, written and verbal communication, and analytic and problem-solving skills are required Must be able to manage scope, schedules and cost for deliverables; understand contract financials Experience developing and managing Program Management Plans (PMPs), Risk Management Plans (RMPs), staffing plans, and operational reporting. Ability to operate effectively in dynamic, mission-driven environments with changing priorities and operational tempo. Desired: Master’s Degree. CISSP, CISM, or related cybersecurity certifications. Clearance:  Top Secret/SCI Eligible Clearance Required. Location: Hybrid support in the National Capital Region (NCR) with onsite support requirements based on operational and mission needs. About Tyto Athene Compensation: Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. The salary range for this position is typically between $175,000 and $225,000. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range. Benefits: Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Paid Time Off, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and parental leave. Tyto Athene is a trusted leader in IT services and solutions, delivering mission-focused digital transformation that drives measurable success. Our expertise spans four core technology domains—Network Modernization, Hybrid Cloud, Cybersecurity, and Enterprise IT—empowering our clients with cutting-edge solutions tailored to their evolving needs. With over 50 years of experience, Tyto Athene proudly support Defense, Intelligence, Space, National Security, Civilian, Health, and Public Safety clients across the United States and worldwide.  At Tyto Athene, we believe that success starts with our people. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and mission-driven environment where every team member plays a critical role in shaping the future of technology. Are you ready to join #TeamTyto?  Tyto Athene, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, [sexual orientation, gender identity,] national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by applicable law.