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DarkStar Intelligence · 2 months ago

Program Manager / Technical Lead

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

DarkStar Intelligence is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business committed to advancing national security through mission support and tradecraft development. The On-Site Program Manager / Technical Lead oversees contractor work under the DHS Office of Intelligence and Analysis, ensuring task deliverables are met while managing resources and maintaining quality standards in a 24/7 operational environment.

Business Information SystemsConsultingGovernmentTraining

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provide on-site leadership for all contractor personnel supporting Intelligence Watch and Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) operations

Ensure execution of all SOW tasks and deliverables, maintaining presence during core business hours and availability to support 24/7/365 operations as required

Manage, train, and develop a team of skilled, tech-savvy intelligence support personnel, including scheduling, coverage, and performance oversight

Establish and enforce SOPs, workflows, and deliverables for OSINT and Watch operations

Maintain accurate activity logs and track task status to support RFIs and leadership updates

Manage task prioritization, distribution, and completion in accordance with SOPs and mission priorities

Coordinate and communicate with I&A leadership, contract staff, and management to ensure mission alignment and responsiveness

Prepare and submit weekly activity reports summarizing project support, staff coverage, and performance metrics

Serve as the primary liaison for quality assurance, compliance, and contract performance management

Ensure all contractual obligations, deliverables, and reporting requirements are fulfilled on time and within scope

Qualification

Intelligence OperationsMicrosoft Office SuiteProject ManagementDHS Data SystemsCompliance ManagementOperational ManagementTeam LeadershipCommunication Skills

Required

Active TS/SCI clearance; existing DHS suitability preferred

Bachelor's degree or higher (Project/Program Management, Intelligence, Public Administration, Public Policy, American Government/Governance, Law/Legal Studies, or Management/Leadership)

Minimum of eight (8) years supporting intelligence services contracts/task orders with contractor personnel

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and DHS data systems

Understanding of DHS I&A intelligence authorities, DHS component missions, and the role of I&A within the DHS Intelligence Enterprise

U.S. citizenship required; must meet DHS contractor fitness requirements