Director of Programs (Defense) at Kforce Inc in San Diego, California

Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Kforce has a client in San Diego, CA that is looking for a Director of Programs (Defense) to develop, implement, and drive successful program execution and portfolio growth. This role will oversee the program's strategic direction, stakeholder management, and operational execution. This person must be a proven multi-faceted leader who is passionate about supporting our Noble Cause of advancing warfighter capabilities with elegant, user-focused communications, networks, and software systems. The coupling of commercially proven design with rigorous systems engineering gives us an ability to rapidly design, develop and field solutions well inside of typical military design cycles. With an Agile approach to development (for both software and hardware) rapidly innovates, putting creative concepts into action, and refining those concepts through hands on test, user evaluation, and iteration.

Responsibilities:

• Work in close coordination with the President, and Directors of Strategy, Engineering and Technology, Operations and Production, and Finance


• Provide guidance: Lead, supervise and motivate Program and Project Managers


• Craft program and project objectives and communicate these to program leads


• Apply Strategic thinking: Set objectives, develop plans, and align programs with company-wide goals


• Build and execute portfolio growth strategies


• Communicate project goals and expectations to teams, stakeholders, and partners


• Oversee the development and management of Program and Project timelines, budgets, and schedules


• Streamline workflows, maximize resource utilization, and ensure that each function is performed to align with the objectives


• Develop insightful reports for top management


• Hire, train, and motivate team members

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree with 12 years of experience in Program Management


• Management degree, MBA, or similar certification (such as PMP)


• Experience in DoD program management and acquisition process


• Operational experience in one or more of our business areas


• Understanding of DoD C4ISR architectures, proven experience supervising multiple business areas and teams


• Character and ability to be hands on in this growing and dynamic time


• Understanding of strategic processes and policies


• Proven leadership managing a multi-faceted team


• Must be a nimble self-starter who is excited about technology and has the ability to think out of the box and suggest powerful new ideas


• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position


• Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information

Nice to have:

• Advanced Education: Master's of Business Administration


• Experience in agile, professional SW development environments


• Working knowledge and experience with military networking systems


• Experience with DoD Communications networks and C4ISR solutions


• Familiarity NISPOM

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless
and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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