Program Manager, LDAC LITES IV

Contingent on contract award

The Program Manager (PM) will lead the execution of the U.S. Army LDAC Logistics Information Technology Enterprise Solutions (LITES) IV contract, overseeing a large, multi-disciplinary team delivering agile software development, cloud sustainment, data engineering, cybersecurity, and IT service management solutions in support of Army readiness and decision support. This role requires strategic leadership, operational discipline, stakeholder engagement at senior Army levels, and the ability to manage complex technical programs in a dynamic environment. The PM will serve as the primary interface with Government stakeholders, ensure compliance with contract requirements, manage program cost/schedule/performance, and drive innovation and continuous improvement across the enterprise.

Program Leadership & Delivery

• Serve as the single point of accountability for contract execution, ensuring the successful delivery of all scope elements, including software development, sustainment, data integration, cybersecurity, and IT support.
• Lead and oversee multiple agile delivery teams working in Scrum/Kanban/DevSecOps environments to develop, sustain, and deliver software and data products through Government-provided CI/CD pipelines.
• Enforce best practices, minimize duplication, and synchronize efforts across delivery teams to optimize enterprise efficiency and effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain program management artifacts (e.g., roadmaps, progress reports, cost reports) in accordance with Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) and PWS deliverables.
• Manage program performance to cost, schedule, and quality baselines, proactively identifying and resolving risks, issues, and blockers.

Stakeholder & Customer Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with LDAC leadership, Government COR/KO, Technical Monitors, and key trading partners to ensure alignment with evolving Army priorities.
• Lead and participate in required meetings (kickoff, status, technical, and ad hoc) with Army stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and timely delivery of meeting minutes and action items.
• Serve as lead system integrator (LSI), coordinating with other Government agencies and service providers to resolve impediments and drive enterprise-level integration.

Transition Management

• Work with a Transition-In Executive to lead Phase-In activities to ensure a seamless transition of services, including transition plan development, documentation handoffs, knowledge transfer, and onboarding of personnel.
• Oversee Phase-Out planning and execution to ensure smooth handover of responsibilities, documentation, and knowledge at contract completion.

Team Leadership & Development

• Provide leadership to a workforce spanning software engineering, data analytics, cybersecurity, IT operations, and service desk functions.
• Foster a collaborative, mission-focused culture built on trust, accountability, and technical excellence.
• Ensure personnel meet required certifications, training, and security standards (e.g., DoD 8140, AT Level I, OPSEC, CIAR).

Compliance & Security

• Ensure all services comply with Section 508, Army cybersecurity regulations (AR 25-2), IAVM, and all applicable DoD/Army policies.
• Work with company FSOs to manage program security requirements, including personnel clearances, CAC issuance, and adherence to the DD254

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, IT, Engineering) or equivalent experience
• 10+ years of experience leading complex DoD programs of similar size and scope (=50 FTEs)
• PMP Certification required; DAWIA Level III or FAC-P/PM certification preferred
• Active DoD Secret security clearance
• Demonstrated success managing large Agile software development and sustainment programs within the DoD, ideally U.S. Army environments
• Strong stakeholder management skills; proven ability to engage and influence senior Government leadership
• Experience managing agile software development lifecycles, CI/CD pipelines, and data-centric technical programs
• Baseline technical understanding of software engineering, cloud environments, data integration, and cybersecurity sufficient to understand delivery challenges and support team problem-solving
• Experience managing program transitions (Phase-In/Phase-Out) on complex Government contracts.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills

Desired Qualifications:

• Master's degree in relevant discipline
• Prior Army LDAC, AMC, or logistics IT program experience
• Experience managing 130+ person task orders
• SAFe Agilist or equivalent agile leadership certification
• ITIL certification or experience managing IT service delivery in DoD contexts
• Familiarity with Army cybersecurity frameworks, RMF processes, and STIG compliance
• Experience integrating COTS/GOTS/OSS solutions and emerging technologies (AI/ML/LLMs) into enterprise systems

Additional Information:

• Location: Primarily on-site at Redstone Arsenal, with potential for hybrid work depending on Government direction
• Security Clearance: Active Secret required at start; Top Secret may be required in future through contract modification

Connected Logistics respects the need for confidentiality for all applicants.

Connected Logistics offers an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a great 401(k) package, and generous Paid Time Off.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination solely on the basis of a person's race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental condition (including, but not limited to, cancer related or HIV related), marital status, sex, gender (including sex stereotyping), age, sexual orientation, military status, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.

Salary. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. We offer a comprehensive benefits package; The disclosed pay range estimate may be adjusted for the applicable geographic differential for the location in which the position is filled.