Program Manager (PM)

When you join AIS, you're joining a mission-driven team that's passionate about making a difference. You'll work on projects that matter, alongside industry-leading experts, in an environment that fosters innovation, driving client success, and empowering our team to make a lasting impact. As an employee-owned company, we value collaboration, inclusivity, continuous growth, and shared success.

• Employee Ownership: Your contributions directly impact the company's success, and you share in its achievements.

• Continuous Learning: Access to resources, training, and mentorship to support your professional growth.

• Inclusive Culture: A workplace where diversity is celebrated, and everyone's voice is valued.

• Mission-Driven Work: Engage in projects that make a meaningful difference for our clients and communities.

At AIS, we're looking for more than just skills - we're looking for driven individuals who are passionate about making a difference, eager to grow, and aligned with our core principles.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Program Manager (PM) with the perfect blend of leadership, management, and creative problem-solving abilities. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing complex projects within the Department of Defense (DoD) environment. This role requires strong organizational skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams to deliver mission-critical solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the Point of Contact (PoC) for BPA leadership.

• Organize and lead kick-off meetings, status reporting, and In-Progress Reviews (IPRs).

• Track and report BPA metrics (cost, schedule, scope).

• Maintain and update the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).

• Manage communication constructs across stakeholders.

• Maintain the BPA backlog and ensure alignment with project objectives.

• Oversee and update Playbook content (refer to Section 3.3.2).

• Plan, initiate, and manage IT projects from inception to completion.

• Lead and guide technical staff, ensuring project milestones and deliverables are met.

• Monitor progress to ensure compliance with deadlines, standards, and cost targets.

• Evaluate performance results and recommend major changes impacting short-term project growth and success.

• Function as a technical expert across multiple project assignments.

Required Qualifications

• Education: BA/BS degree in a related field.

• Experience: 10+ years of project/program management experience, preferably within DoD environments.

• Certifications: PMP required; Agile Scrum certification preferred.

• Proven ability to manage complex IT projects and lead technical teams.

• Strong understanding of cost, schedule, and scope management principles.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

• Active/Current Top Secret clearance

Preferred Skills

• Experience with BPA management and backlog maintenance.

• Familiarity with DoD acquisition processes and compliance requirements.

• Ability to adapt to dynamic environments and deliver under tight deadlines.

As an AIS People Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Coaching: Helping employees navigate challenges, strengthen relationships, and grow the skills that support success at AIS.

• Career Development: Supporting employees in exploring growth opportunities at AIS and aligning development plans to reach their goals.

• Performance Management: Creating clarity through clear expectations, regular feedback, and proactive support when performance concerns arise.

• Accountability and Results: Holding employees accountable for meeting expectations, delivering results, and adhering to company policies and values.

• Promotions and Compensation: Partnering with HR to evaluate and recommend promotions, salary adjustments, and rewards that reflect performance and potential.

• Timecard Approval: Ensuring accurate and timely approval of timecards.

Applied Information Sciences does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis. Employment decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs.