Contract Program Manager

Remote Full-time
Job title: Contract Program Manager in Washington DC at Cherokee Federal

Company: Cherokee Federal

Job description: Degree Level: Bachelor's DegreeJob Description:This position requires an active Secret clearance.Cherokee Nation System Solutions, (CNSS) is seeking a highly experienced Program Manager to support The U.S. Department of State (DOS) Office of Inspector General (OIG) and its mission is to foster efficiency and effectiveness in U.S. foreign affairs through meaningful, independent oversight and investigations of DOS its associated entities, and the foreign affairs community.The Program Manager will oversee all contract-related activities and managing contractor personnel. This individual will serve as the primary point of contact for contractor staff and government stakeholders, ensuring high-quality execution of contract requirements and alignment with DOS OIG technology objectives.
This position emphasizes leadership, acquisition expertise, and strategic contract management, with a focus on compliance, efficiency, and stakeholder coordination.Compensation & Benefits:Estimated Starting Salary Range for Contract Program Manager: [Enter$]Pay commensurate with experience.Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.Contract Program Manager Responsibilities Include:

Must be the contractors' representative responsible for management and coordination of all the contractors.
Will be responsible for recruitment, screening, interviewing, and qualifying of personnel. The Program Manager must analyze the work of subordinates and take appropriate steps for retention or other personnel actions.
Will conduct at least monthly meeting with the COR to review weekly/monthly reports, issues, etc.
Act as the primary liaison for contractor personnel and stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
Manage the onboarding and offboarding of contractor personnel by federal policies.
Oversee quality control and timely submission of Information Technology deliverables, including Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs).
Lead the allocation and management of contractor resources to meet performance objectives.
Ensures compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and related policies.
Conducts market research and cost/price analysis to inform contract decisions.
Serves as a contracting officer or contracting specialist, either directly or in oversight roles.
Analyzes performance and contract data to identify process improvements and advise the Contracting Officer Representative (COR).
Monitors and aligns project expenditures with financial forecasts and contractual goals.
Ensures compliance with all relevant regulations, policies, and standards.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Contract Program Manager Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

An Active Secret Clearance
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution.
5-10+ years of experience managing U.S. government Information Technology based contracts and contractor personnel.
Market research and cost analysis.
Service as a contracting officer or specialist.
Strong communication, coordination, and analytical skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven federal contracting environment.
Strong knowledge of IM/IT systems in both physical and virtual settings.
Experience managing and overseeing Information Technology based projects. Specifically with technologies listed below:
Palo Alto Firewalls
Cisco Switches
Zscaler Remote Access Technologies
Microsoft Azure Tenants


US Government (MAG)
GCC
Commercial
Microsoft Windows Servers
Physical
On-premises Virtual in Hyper-V hosting environments
Microsoft Azure Hosted VMs
Microsoft 365 for all users
Microsoft SQL Data Service
Microsoft SharePoint
Splunk SIEM
Security Monitoring, Testing, and Management tools
Select Linux Appliances and Servers for specialized products
Wolters Kluwer TeamMate
NUIX Case Management
Claris FileMaker
Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal
Company Information:Cherokee Nation System Solutions (CNSS) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNSS, visit cherokee-federal.com.#CherokeeFederal #LICherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.5 Keywords:

Program Management
Federal Contract Oversight
Information Technology (IT)
Secret Clearance
Stakeholder Coordination
5 Similar Job Titles:

IT Project Manager
Contract Program Manager
Federal Programs Manager
Technical Program Lead
Government Contract Manager
Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.Please Note: This position is pending a contract award. If you are interested in a future with Cherokee Federal, APPLY TODAY! Although this is not an approved position, we are accepting applications for this future and anticipated need.

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