Program Manager (NCODE)

*Dependent upon qualifications

Summit 7 is here to rise above the ordinary. The work we do here goes far beyond day-to-day projects - it further protects the US defense industrial base from cyber threats, fosters thought leadership, and creates growth opportunities. Our support staff, sales team and technicians are all coming together to make a difference. We also recognize that you're a person with life beyond work, that's why we invest in these meaningful health and welfare benefits:

• Excellent health/dental benefits from BCBS and Ameritas
• See into the future with our luxuri14ous VSP vision benefits
• Prepare for the long-haul courtesy of our 401k with company matching
• 10 days' vacation, 7 days sick time
• Bonuses and salary increase potential via our certifications plan
• We do cool work here, defying expectations by simply being who we are - each of us makes an impact.

Essential Functions 

The Program Manager owns the operational execution, budget, and compliance of Summit 7's NCODE program supporting the Department of the Army (DoA) and Department of War (DoW). This role drives the program from pilot phase through full production and serves as the connective layer across the Go-to-Market, Enterprise IT, Product Management, and Delivery functions. The Program Manager bridges multiple departments to keep alignment, reporting, and delivery consistent across the initiative, and reports to the Vice President of Cleared and Federal Services. 

Success in this role requires combining program management discipline with strong stakeholder engagement. The Program Manager must manage CLIN-level financials, sustain alignment across government and internal teams, and translate technical execution into measurable program adoption and revenue. Clear, proactive communication with Product Management, Engineering, and Delivery teams is essential. 

Responsibilities

• Program Execution and Delivery 
• Own operational execution of the NCODE program from pilot through full production, managing budget, schedule, and personnel to deliver program outcomes. 
• Partner with the Go-to-Market team to maximize program adoption, commercialization, and revenue across the NCODE lifecycle. 
• Identify, track, and mitigate program risks across all Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs). 

Financial Management 

• Manage program budgets and monitor expenditures, obligations, and consumption rates against plan. 
• Direct billing and invoicing in coordination with Finance, ensuring accurate, CLIN-aligned client billing. 
• Maintain financial transparency and forecasting to support program and executive decisions. 
• Government and Stakeholder Engagement 
• Serve as the primary liaison to DoA and DoW personnel, technical teams, and subcontractors, maintaining operational alignment. 
• Bridge Product Management, Enterprise IT, Engineering, and Delivery teams to keep reporting, alignment, and delivery consistent across the initiative. 
• Communicate program status, decisions, and impending changes clearly to government and internal stakeholders. 
• Compliance and Acquisition 
• Define program controls aligned with DoA and DoW controls, policies, and acquisition regulations. 
• Ensure compliance with DoD and DoW acquisition regulations across all CLINs. 
• Work with the Compliance team to keep solutions compliant and aligned with company strategy. 
• Product and Technical Collaboration 
• Support leadership and team on technical implementation and refinement of internal products and services. 
• Provide structured feedback loops from technical execution back to Product Management and Engineering teams. 
• Reporting and Analytics 
• Develop program reporting and analytics for use by the executive team and board of directors.

Job Specifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience. 
• 10+ years of professional experience supporting DoW / DoD programs or federal defense contracts, including direct program or project management responsibility. 
• Active Project Management Professional (PMP) or Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) certification. 
• Demonstrated experience managing program budgets, CLIN-level financials, and government acquisition requirements. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging effectively with customers, stakeholders, and internal teams. 
• Demonstrated ability to apply creative problem-solving to complex technological and program challenges. 
• Ability to pass an extensive background check. Pre-employment drug screening required. 

Optional / Desired

• Proven expertise in Azure Government, compliance frameworks (CMMC, FedRAMP), and cybersecurity. 
• Expert knowledge of CMMC and NIST SP 800-171. 
• Experience with Duo, and Microsoft 365 Government Community Cloud High (GCC High). 
• Proficiency in ServiceNow. 
• Degree in Computer Science or a related field, or an additional 6+ years of relevant experience. 
• CISSP certification. 
• Familiarity with programming and scripting languages. 
• Familiarity with web programming and infrastructure. 
• Reverse engineering experience. 
• Demonstrated rapid tool development and automation experience. 

Export Control Notice: This position may involve access to information subject to U.S. export control laws, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of national origin or immigration status. If a candidate does not meet the definition of a "U.S. Person" (as defined in 22 CFR § 120.15), the company will assess whether an export license is required. If a license is required, any offer of employment will be contingent upon the candidate's eligibility for, and the company's ability to obtain, such a license in accordance with U.S. law. A "U.S. Person" includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, asylees, and refugees.

Work Conditions: Work is typically performed in an office environment, with travel to DoA and DoW client sites and Summit 7 locations as required by the program. Regular interaction with clients, internal teams, and government stakeholders occurs via in-person meetings, phone, and video. This position may require access to information subject to ITAR/EAR export control regulations. Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time. The person in this position may need to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer. May occasionally need to position self to maintain computers, including under the desks and in the server closet. The person in this position frequently communicates with employees and clients. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these solutions.

Summit 7 Systems is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer and an alcohol and drug free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Summit 7 Systems requires background checks. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the results of a reference/background check. We are a drug and alcohol-free workplace and require pre-employment drug screening.