Program Manager

• Program Leadership & OversightLead end-to-end program execution across multiple technical domains including systems engineering, software development, and network operations.
• Manage cost, schedule, and performance in accordance with contract requirements.
• Serve as the primary liaison with the Contracting Officer (KO), Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), and Government stakeholders.
• Technical & Operational ManagementOversee support to NIWC Service Centers and RDT&E networks, ensuring high availability, security, and operational efficiency.
• Direct engineering and transition activities for DoN Component Enterprise Data Centers (CEDC).
• Provide leadership for DevSecOps pipeline implementation, integration, and continuous delivery processes.
• Cybersecurity & Information AssuranceEnsure compliance with DoN cybersecurity policies, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and information assurance requirements.
• Oversee secure system architecture, accreditation, and continuous monitoring activities.
• Team & Resource ManagementManage cross-functional teams including architects, engineers, developers, and system administrators.
• Allocate resources effectively to meet evolving program requirements and priorities.
• Foster collaboration across geographically distributed teams and stakeholders.
• Contract & Compliance ManagementEnsure all deliverables meet PWS and CDRL requirements.
• Maintain compliance with reporting requirements, even in cases of changing or outdated communication channels (e.g., websites, email addresses).
• Coordinate with COR/KO for updated access information when necessary.
• Risk & Quality ManagementIdentify, assess, and mitigate program risks.
• Implement quality assurance processes to ensure high standards of performance and deliverables.
• Stakeholder CommunicationProvide regular status updates, briefings, and reports to Government leadership.
• Ensure transparency and proactive communication regarding program performance and issues.

• EducationBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience10+ years of experience in program or project management supporting DoD or Navy programs.
• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale IT and engineering efforts, preferably within NIWC, NAVWAR, or similar environments.
• Experience with enterprise data centers, RDT&E environments, and DevSecOps pipelines.
• CertificationsProject Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent required.
• DAWIA Program Management certification (preferred).
• Relevant cybersecurity certifications (e.g., Security+, CISSP) are a plus.
• Technical KnowledgeStrong understanding of:
• Systems engineering and network architecture
• Software development lifecycle (SDLC)
• DevSecOps practices and tools
• Cybersecurity and RMF compliance
• Cloud and enterprise data center environments
• ClearanceActive Secret Clearance (or higher) required.

• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strategic planning and execution
• Risk management and problem-solving
• Ability to manage complex, multi-disciplinary programs

Key Responsibilities

About
STAHL USA provides the Program Management for its Channel of Commercial Technology companies in Government that consist of Small Businesses and New Technology startups. STAHL advocates for policies that can improve government services and maintain our government's competitive advantage, by bringing more technology into government programs.​STAHL USA advocates on behalf of our nation's innovative, new technology and small businesses looking to work with the U.S. government.  We do this by aligning the voice of our small business members with advocacy for change in federal policy that will make the government market more accessible to small businesses and the commercial technology ecosystem.BiC-1, a sister company to STAHL USA, was founded in 2020 with just two partners and some meaningful relationships, is a U.S.-based, diverse, Joint Venture Partnership, supported by our Channel Member Services and Supply-Chain Management Center (SCMC).We are a Joint Venture of Best-in-Class, small business Government contractors (who are SAMS registered and SBA Approved) with extensive breadth and depth, specializing in areas of Data Center Management, Cloud Solutions, Cyber Security, Systems Integration, Worldwide C6ISR, Data Analytics, and Mission-Focused Engineering. BiC-1 responds to today's demanding and ever-changing technology and warfare landscapes by delivering innovative, secure, and agile solutions that transform and modernize Government operations, improving our national security and well-being. We focus on providing a broader and deeper set of capabilities to simplify complex problems into NAICS segments, with achievable goals, valuing people and relationships over profit.