Deputy Program Manager

About the role

ECS is seeking a Deputy Program Manager  to work in our Fairfax, VA  office.  Everforth ECS is seeking an experienced cyber leader to serve as the  Deputy  Program Manager to support the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM ) program,  providing day-to-day oversight and leadership of CDM technical team operations including solution design, configuration, testing, release management, production operations, security engineering, and knowledge management services using Scaled Agile Framework ( SAFe ) and ITIL methodologies.   The ideal candidate will  operate  as a "servant leader" to a team of over 200 individuals by proactively seeking ways to define and improve processes to align and  optimize  resources across functional areas.   Key  Responsibilities:   Technical Operations Leadership   Manage the day-to-day execution of all technical delivery teams to ensure seamless operational flow    Oversee day-to-day engineering task oversight and management    Provide technical SLA oversight and ensure SLAs are reflected in team plans    Monitor and manage oversight of critical path items    Workforce & Performance Management   Ensure the right people are in the right positions (manage technical staffing)    Conduct resource estimation, staff alignment, and accountability    Oversee staff onboarding and security processes    Ensure roles are clearly defined and teams are held accountable for service delivery    Systems Engineering   Oversee systems engineering optimization    Define systems for effective end-to-end systems engineering best practices    Work with team leads to  identify  and implement systems engineering best practices and process improvements    Program Management   Assist  with execution of program management duties,  responsibilities   and  SAFe  delivery  model   Coordinate SELC coordination and compliance    Work closely with the customer and team to define and implement delivery frameworks and strategies    Formulate, organize, and  monitor  inter-connected projects    Conduct ongoing risk and opportunity management    Apply change, risk, and resource management to fulfill program objectives        Salary:  $190,000 - $210,000 General Description of Benefits     Qualifications 12+ years of progressive and broad cybersecurity and program leadership experience    Experience successfully starting and managing multiple high visibility, high impact IT/cybersecurity projects    Proven knowledge and experience managing projects supporting the Federal government    Demonstrated success managing cross-functional, matrixed engineering teams to effectively deliver IT solutions development in large and complex application environments    A demonstrated aptitude for complex problem solving and leading teams to success    Desired Skills PMP Certification    CISSP Certification    SAFe  Certification and experience    Experience in product release planning and management    Experience leading FCEB cybersecurity programs.    Top Secret Clearance      #EverforthECS1    ECS Federal LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis any characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local jurisdiction law.   Everforth ECS  is the federal segment of  Everforth, a $4B global organization with over 10,000 employees. Our nearly 3,500 professionals deliver advanced technology solutions in data and AI, cybersecurity, and enterprise transformation, serving defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies. Our work powers mission-critical outcomes, strengthens technology partnerships, and creates meaningful opportunities for our people. We are defined by a commitment to excellence in delivery, a culture of innovation, and an environment where talent can thrive and grow. We value: Attracting and developing top talent and high-performing teams Fostering a culture that is engaging, accountable, and mission-driven Meet the challenge. Make a difference with Everforth ECS!