SMX is seeking a Sr. Program Manager to join a federal pursuit. The Program Manager will lead experts and senior level staff in driving IT transformation and ensuring quality of large-scale portfolio projects. This position is onsite in Camp Springs, Maryland and requires a federal clearance.
Essential Duties
The Program Manager oversees major segments of complex technology projects under this task order, supporting definition of technical objectives, project goals, data requirements, and appropriate methodologies. The government lead recommends staffing levels, develops and manages project schedules, reviews and coordinates team member progress, and takes corrective actions to ensure successful delivery of multiple project outputs and deliverables. The Program Manager provides coaching and mentoring to senior executive staff, applies knowledge of program governance, organizational culture, agile transformation, and strategic execution, and leverages deep technical expertise and problem-solving skills to adapt to evolving requirements
Required Skills & Experience
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant program management experience
- Active DHS Suitability clearance required
- Current program management experience within DHS USCIS
Education & Certification:
- Bachelor's degree required
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Program Leadership:
- Proven track record leading large-scale programs with 100+ FTEs
- Experience managing programs with budgets exceeding $100M
Technical & Methodological Expertise:
- SAFe Agile methodology proficiency
- Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional teams
Professional Competencies:
- Strong capability in developing and maintaining customer relationships
Application Deadline: 11-1-2026
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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.
At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.
We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.
SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.
Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).
Skills Required
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant program management experience
- Active DHS Suitability clearance
- Current program management experience within DHS USCIS
- Bachelor's degree
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
- Proven track record leading large-scale programs with 100+ FTEs
- Experience managing programs with budgets exceeding $100M
- SAFe Agile methodology proficiency
- Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional teams
- Strong capability in developing and maintaining customer relationships
SMX Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about SMX and has not been reviewed or approved by SMX.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Salary ranges are publicly listed on many postings and a pay transparency statement clarifies how location, contract, and credentials influence offers. This visibility helps set clear expectations around compensation.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — About four weeks of PTO plus 11 paid federal holidays are highlighted in careers materials. Paid military leave on some roles further expands time‑off coverage.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with a dollar‑for‑dollar match on the first 5% and immediate vesting is called out in role descriptions. Traditional and Roth options support long‑term savings.
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What We Do
SMX is a global technology and advanced engineering provider specializing in Cloud Solutions, C5ISR, and Advanced Engineering / IT. Our tradition of delivering innovative, technical solutions dates back to 1995, however, you may know us better by one of our legacy company names: Trident Technologies, Smartronix, Datastrong, or C2S Consulting Group. With the support of OceanSound Partners, our private equity investment sponsor, we began operating as one business starting in 2019 and became SMX in 2021. We operate in close proximity to our clients around the globe and have core locations in Alabama, California, the DC Metro, Florida, Hawaii, Maryland, and Massachusetts. Today, as SMX, we are one team and together empower government and commercial enterprises to become more effective, innovative, and resilient, no matter what challenges they face. SMX offers competitive benefits, excellent work environments, and growth opportunities for our employees while continuing to expand operations and support our communities. We have more than 25 years of rapid and consistent growth with continuous recognition as an employer-of-choice technology company. In addition, we have earned coveted industry quality and business certifications; have a strong commitment to business partnerships, ethics, compliance, and sustainability; and have a multitude of premier contracting vehicles. The combination of these attributes allows us to provide sound, repeatable business solutions yet remain flexible and agile to quickly adapt to specific customer requirements. Committed to ensuring the highest levels of customer satisfaction, SMX is structured around the programs and technologies we support to provide optimal and seamless operations. We have maintained a reputation for excellence, helping to assure the missions of our Department of Defense, Public Sector, Fortune 1000, and other Government and commercial customers.
