{"id":1796620,"url":"https://alion.io/job/cayuse-holdings-program-manager-3","title":"Program Manager","company":{"id":8964,"name":"Cayuse Holdings","domain":"cayuseholdings.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/cayuse-holdings","size_band":null,"is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"iCIMS","truth_index":null},"role":"Management","role_family":"Management","seniority":"staff","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Wahiawa, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":{"min_usd":128000,"max_usd":243000,"period":"year","method":"role_seniority_country_remote_cell","sample_n":780},"experience_years_min":10,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"Incident Management","optional":false},{"name":"Microsoft Office","optional":true},{"name":"Outlook","optional":true}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-10-03T18:13:43Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-10-03","last_verified_at":"2026-10-11T01:15:21Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":7,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":7},"description":"Overview\nThe Work\nThe Program Manager provides senior-level leadership and oversight for a portfolio of projects including support to secure government facilities. This role is responsible for operational performance, financial management, and quality delivery of assigned contracts and task orders, serving as the primary voice of the customer and ensuring that project design and execution align with client objectives and Cayuse’s strategic goals.\nWithin this portfolio, the Program Manager will lead transition and onboarding activities at the contractor’s facility and provide direct oversight and periodic on-site support to the project at a secure government facility. Upon completion of transition, the Program Manager’s role will evolve to focus on higher-level governance, to include compliance monitoring, performance management, risk and issue oversight, and sustain, proactive communication with site leadership and key stakeholders.\nThe Program Manager builds and sustains strategic relationships with clients and partners to enable account growth and long-term customer satisfaction, while supervising, coaching, and managing staff engaged in both strategic and day-to-day operational initiatives. This position is ultimately responsible for the successful delivery of complex, multi-task programs in Federal Government environments and for driving continuous improvement, standardization, and best practices across the entire project portfolio.\nThis position aligns with Cayuse’s core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables.\nResponsibilities\nKey Responsibilities\nPortfolio & Project Oversight\nLead and manage multiple concurrent projects within an assigned portfolio, ensuring cohesive execution and alignment with client and corporate objectives.\nProvide direct oversight of Project Managers, Task Leads, and PMO staff, including resource planning, workload balancing, and escalation management.\nDrive effective strategies, disciplined project management, and optimal resource utilization to deliver all contract requirements on time and within budget.\nPerformance, Compliance & Delivery\nOwn overall performance, compliance, and profitability for assigned contracts, scopes of work, and task orders.\nEnsure delivery of high-quality products and services that meet or exceed contractual requirements and performance standards.\nMaintain rigorous adherence to applicable federal regulations, contract terms, and internal policies, proactively identifying and mitigating program risks.\nClient Relationship Management\nServe as the primary customer interface and senior point of contact for assigned contracts and task orders.\nDevelop and sustain professional relationships with Federal Government clients, stakeholders, and partners to ensure responsiveness and customer satisfaction.\nLead regular status reviews, briefings, and stakeholder communications to anticipate client needs and position the company for follow-on and expansion opportunities.\nStaff Leadership, Guidance & Issue Resolution\nProvide functional and technical guidance to consulting staff, program managers, and other team members to support effective delivery.\nAct as the program-level lead for resolving critical technical, operational, or staffing issues that may impact performance, schedule, or cost.\nFoster a collaborative, high-performance culture that emphasizes accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.\nProgram Planning, Documentation & Metrics\nDevelop comprehensive program and master schedules for leadership review, incorporating milestones, dependencies, and resource plans.\nEnsure proper collection, storage, and management of formal program documentation in approved repositories.\nReview and approve subordinate program and project management plans (risk, quality, communications, and staffing), ensuring alignment with contract requirements and corporate standards.\nAssign work, monitor progress and deliverables, and provide technical and managerial support to resolve project challenges and meet critical deadlines.\nEstablish, monitor, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and service-level metrics to track contract compliance, client satisfaction, and attainment of company commitments; use metrics to identify trends, drive corrective actions, and improve portfolio outcomes.\nRFP, SOW & Business Development Support\nReview customer Statements of Work (SOWs) and acquisition documents to identify technical, functional, and performance requirements.\nDraft and refine SOWs and related documentation for subcontractors and teaming partners to support cost and technical proposal development.\nCollaborate with contracts, pricing, and capture/proposal teams to ensure that solutions are compliant, competitive, and executable.\nPartner with business development, capture, and marketing teams to support market planning, pipeline development, and account growth strategies.\nContribute to lead generation activities, capture efforts, proposal management, solutioning, and staffing plans for new and re-compete opportunities.\nStaff Development & Mentoring\nProvide mentorship, coaching, and professional development support to assigned personnel, promoting career growth and retention.\nConduct regular performance reviews, one-on-one check-ins, and feedback sessions focused on short-term performance and long-term development.\nIdentify training needs and opportunities to enhance program management capabilities and domain expertise across the team.\nTransition, Operations & Oversight Duties\nLead and coordinate transition and onboarding activities for new contracts and task orders, including verification and documentation of clearances, background checks, and required training.\nTrack and report completion of initial and recurring training and certification requirements to ensure personnel readiness.\nServe as an as-needed on-site lead during transition or surge periods to support operational continuity and coverage gaps.\nFacilitate transfer of institutional knowledge and operational responsibilities to designated site or shift supervisors and provide ongoing guidance and escalation support.\nAct as on-site or primary point-of-contact for customer representatives and security stakeholders as required, providing status updates, identifying risks, and addressing concerns.\nMonitor and ensure adherence to post orders, SOPs, and contract/customer directives; maintain inspection-ready documentation.\nOversee access control and security-related operations when serving in a site-lead capacity, including shift turnovers, personnel inspections, readiness checks, and incident management.\nSupervise access control officers and support staff during designated coverage, including schedules, timekeeping, mentoring, and compliance with protocols.\nLead compliance and continuous improvement efforts at assigned sites, maintaining logs and reports, enforcing detection and response protocols, and implementing corrective actions for procedural gaps.\nCoordinate or deliver training, ensure certifications remain current, communicate protocol changes, and support audits and readiness drills.\nProvide high-level program oversight, compliance monitoring, and performance assurance across assigned contracts and sites.\nPerform other duties as assigned to support portfolio management, operational readiness, and organizational needs.\nQualifications\nQualifications - Here’s What You Need\n5+ years of experience in physical security, access control, military, or law enforcement roles.\n2+ years of experience in a supervisory or shift supervisor lead role within a secure/classified environment.\nMinimum of 5-8 years of experience managing large, complex contracts and program-level efforts in Federal Government client environments.\nPMP certification or 10-15 years of direct project/program management experience supporting military and/or government programs.\nDemonstrated knowledge of ICD 705, SCIF access procedures, and secure operations protocols.\nActive Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph clearance.\nBachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Communications, or a relevant field.\nProven capability to manage multi-task programs, multi-task contracts, and/or subcontracts of varying types and complexity.\nDemonstrated working knowledge of the FAR, DFARS, and other government regulations relevant to federal contracting.\nStrong understanding of federal business practices, including costing, pricing, profit margin analysis, and awareness of contractual obligations and risk allocations.\nProficiency with federal market dynamics, including current solutions, technologies, and pricing trends relevant to government buyers.\nFamiliarity and experience with DCAA-compliant accounting systems; experience with Deltek Costpoint is highly desirable.\nWorking knowledge and experience in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, and Engineering domains, including IT systems and integrations.\nMust be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.\nMinimum Skills:\nExceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with clients, partners, security stakeholders, and internal teams.\nOutstanding verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present complex information clearly and persuasively.\nExcellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with rigorous attention to detail and accuracy.\nDemonstrated ability to multitask, prioritize, and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.\nHigh adaptability and ability to quickly learn new concepts, technologies, customer missions, and security protocols.\nSelf-motivated with the ability to work independently while also thriving in cross-functional, collaborative team settings.\nProven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and sound judgment.\nProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel).\nExisting relationships with potential clients and teaming partners, enabling rapid engagement and impact.\nWillingness and ability to travel for short-term assignments as required.\nStrong business acumen and industry awareness, with demonstrated ability to translate market and mission insights into actionable program and business strategies.\nAbility to forge new individual and teaming relationships to expand Cayuse’s reach and capabilities within the federal and secure-facility marketplace.\nDesired Qualifications:\nMaster of Business Administration (MBA) or other relevant advanced degree.\nVeteran status strongly preferred.\nExperience in market and business development, including capture, pipeline management, and growth strategy execution.\nAccount management experience supporting Federal Government clients, preferably in complex, multi-year programs.\nCompletion of Conventional Physical Security Course (7H-31D/830-ASIH3) or service equivalent.\nPhysical Security Certification from CDSE or equivalent credential.\nFamiliarity with SCA contracts, access control systems (e.g., Lenel, AMAG), video management systems (VMS), and visitor access protocols.\nSecurity/supervisory training (e.g., POST, FEMA IS-100/200/700).\nOur Commitment to you / overview of benefits \nMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Wellness Program.\nFlexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter).\nShort-Term and Long-Term Disability options.\nBasic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided).\nVoluntary Life and AD&D options.\n401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year.\nPaid Time Off.\nReports to: Managing Director\n\nWorking Conditions \nProfessional office environment with the ability to work on-site.\nMust meet all physical, medical, and position-specific requirements associated with secure facility acc...","description_format":"text","description_chars":13155,"description_truncated":true,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":10,"management_years_min":5,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"bachelor","optional":true},"security_clearance":true,"languages":[]},"benefits":["Flexible schedule","Professional development","Retirement plans","Vision insurance"],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Government","IT Consulting & Digital Transformation","Business Process Outsourcing (BPO)"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-10-03T18:13:43Z"}],"visa":[],"liveness":{"score":23,"band":"cold","label":"Long shot","p_open":1,"p_active":0.633,"p_room":0.368,"age_days":6,"expected_fill_days":3,"reasons":["conf:1","wave","velocity","win:tail"],"computed_at":"2026-10-10T05:45:15Z"},"pay":null,"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/cayuse-holdings-program-manager-3","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/cayuse-holdings-program-manager-3.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-10-11T03:55:50Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","about":"Alion is a live layer of people, companies and AI agents: who they are, whether they are real and active right now, what they do and how to work with them, readable by people and by agents and paid per call.","catalog":"https://alion.io/catalog.json","usage":{"tier":"crawler","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":2085,"day_limit":5000,"remaining_today":2915,"minute_limit":60,"resets_at":"2026-10-12T00:00:00Z"}},"offers":[{"id":"company.slices","title":"One company in depth, by slice","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002,"plus_per_slice":{"credits":0.05,"usd":0.005}},"unit":"per company, plus each slice with data","note":"the employer in depth","call":{"mcp_tool":"get_company","arguments":{"id":8964},"rest":"https://alion.io/mcp/rest/get_company?id=8964"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.slices&for=job%2Fcayuse-holdings-program-manager-3"},{"id":"market.stats","title":"A market slice: pay, demand and time to fill","status":"live","price":{"credits":1,"usd":0.1},"unit":"per slice","note":"pay, demand and time to fill for this role and place","call":{"mcp_tool":"market_stats"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=market.stats&for=job%2Fcayuse-holdings-program-manager-3"},{"id":"job.search","title":"Open jobs by role, technology, place, pay and visa","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002},"unit":"per posting in a list","note":"similar open postings","call":{"mcp_tool":"search_jobs"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=job.search&for=job%2Fcayuse-holdings-program-manager-3"},{"id":"company.verify","title":"Is this company real and active right now","status":"pilot","price":null,"unit":"per company","request":{"url":"https://alion.io/catalog/request","method":"POST","body":"{\"offer\": \"company.verify\", \"for\": \"job/cayuse-holdings-program-manager-3\", \"note\": \"what you need it for\"}"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.verify&for=job%2Fcayuse-holdings-program-manager-3"}]}