Cyber Deputy Program Manager

Description

Leidos is seeking a talented and experienced Cyber Deputy Program Manager (DPM) to join our team to support a federal customer. The DPM supports the PM in the execution of a contract which encompasses monitoring of DHS networks both internally and as a service to subscribers.

Primary Responsibilities

Work with the Program Manager (PM) to establish vision and direction for customer’s cyber resources and operations, cyber workforce planning, monitoring technical security risks for area of responsibility, and establishing and enforcing policies and protocols that protect the customer's digital assets.

Responsible for financial, technical, administrative, contractual, and personnel aspects of the contract

Act as PM in the PM’s absence

Identify, assess, and resolve complex business problems/issue/risks and facilitate issue resolution and risk mitigation

Ensure that all work on this contract complies with the contract terms and conditions and is approved/coordinated with senior corporate managers

Ensure contractor back office support to properly process invoicing and personnel security clearance requirements

Establish and maintain necessary controls, management oversight, documentation, reporting, customer support, and notification functions as well as ensuring that required tasks stay on track, milestones are met, and contracted deliverables are delivered on time.

Manage contractor personnel issues and performance, including sub-contractor performance

Liaise with sub-contractor representatives regarding open positions, new requirements, candidate tracking, pipeline, performance and recognition, and other issues

Lead, direct, and review the work of a large and diverse team of cyber technical and PMO professionals who exercise latitude and independence in their assignments.

Lead the Project Management Office (PMO), which includes a robust Knowledge Management capability

Manage the hiring/onboarding/offboarding process for all contractor and sub-contractor personnel and keep personnel record system up-to-date

Coordinate with multiple technical and operational teams to achieve program objectives

Help prepare budget estimates for additional services requested by the customer

Analyze risks and opportunities and make informed recommendations to the customer

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in IT, Cyber, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or other relevant field, and 8+ years prior relevant experience. Additional years of experience or training, including military, may be considered in lieu of degree

PMI PMP certification

ISC2 CISSP certification

Demonstrated capabilities to analyze highly complex cybersecurity and network issues, recommend plans of action for contractor and government staff, and manage contractor teams supporting resolution of these issues

Demonstrated ability to influence others outside of own area on policies, practices and procedures.

Excellent communication skills (written and oral) required, including substantial experience briefing senior customer/stakeholder management

Experience mentoring staff in order to maintain high levels of performance and positive morale

Candidate selected will be subject to a Government TS/SCI security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to the customer’s information. US Citizenship isrequired.

Five+ years experience managing medium/large projects/programs and leading highly technical teams

Superior ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks concurrently

Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Candidates are required to obtain a DHS Entry on Duty (EOD) approval to support this program.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Engineering, IT, Computer Science, Information Systems, or other relevant field

ITIL v4 Foundation or higher ITIL certification

Experience supporting/managing programs conducting cybersecurity operations and/or engineering

Prior experience supporting a federal customer program or projects, especially DOD or DHS

Original Posting:

April 9, 2025

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $126,100.00 - $227,950.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

REQNUMBER: R-00157207

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. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.