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Advanced Technology Systems Company · 6 hours ago

Director of DHS Programs

Gilbert, AZ

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

Advanced Technology Systems Company is seeking a seasoned and strategic Director of Programs to lead the Program Management Office for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security programs. This role involves overseeing complex programs aimed at delivering advanced surveillance and communications technologies to secure U.S. borders and protect assets.

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U.S. Citizen Only

Hiring Manager

James Martinez, MA "Army and USMC Veteran"

Responsibilities

Lead execution of all programs, ensuring alignment with mission and contractual requirements

Oversee planning, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment of programs involving advanced security, surveillance and counter-drone systems for border and force/asset protection

Deliver systems, capabilities and support services that meet operational requirements, ensure interoperability, achieve customer acceptance and provide an outstanding customer experience

Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of C5ISR programs, ensuring they meet performance, schedule, and budgetary requirements

Ensure adherence to contractual, regulatory, and compliance requirements

Own P&L responsibility for the programs, driving financial performance against revenue, margin, cash, and growth goals

Manage budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting to ensure fiscal responsibility and accountability

Ensure profitability while meeting contractual requirements and compliance standards

Act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on program issues, risks, and opportunities

Develop and implement risk management frameworks to monitor and control program cost, schedule, technical, and performance risks

Maintain program risk registers and execute mitigation plans in collaboration with internal execution and customer-facing teams

Report program risk posture and mitigation status to executive leadership and customers

Ensure risk awareness and accountability is embedded across the program teams

Monitor market risks and create and deploy risk mitigation plans

Serve as the primary liaison with U.S. DHS customer stakeholder communities

Represent the company at customer reviews and DHS forums

Build trusted customer relationships that enable program success and growth opportunities

Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including government clients, partners, and suppliers, to ensure alignment and satisfaction

Lead the broader team to deliver innovation through translation of customer/market perspective on product applications, help develop market strategy and product roadmaps, and drive evolution of the product portfolio

Drive growth by shepherding the end-to-end process associated with linking market drivers to solution innovation to deliver customer satisfaction and fast‑track growth

Lead identification, pursuit and capture of new business opportunities in the DHS

Provide subject matter expertise in security, surveillance and C-UAS applications during capture, proposals, and solution development

Partner with Business Development, Engineering and Technology Innovation teams to identify and pursue new DHS opportunities for C6ISR, C-UAS and other applications for Border Protection, Force/Asset Protection and Air-Drop market segments

Lead win strategies, competitive assessments, and pricing decisions based on program, market and customer stakeholder insights

Represent the company at trade shows, industry events, and with the DHS customer community

Coordinate with internal execution teams (engineering, operations, logistics, supply chain, finance, contracts and IT/cybersecurity) to align resources with program priorities

Oversee the allocation of resources across the programs, ensuring optimum resource utilization and addressing any resource constraints or conflicts

Lead program managers and integrated program teams, including field service personnel and subcontractors ensuring successful execution, deployment and support

Mentor and develop PMO staff, strengthening organizational program management capability

Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement initiatives to enhance program efficiency, effectiveness, and quality

Promote the use of data-driven decision-making and performance metrics to drive continuous improvement

Develop and implement program management strategies, methodologies, and best practices aligned with organizational objectives and industry standards

Work closely with internal team members to architect innovative products, capabilities and system solutions to meet current and future customer needs

Ensure compliance with DHS acquisition policies and cybersecurity standards

Maintain readiness for U.S. Government audits, inspections, and operational readiness reviews

Qualification

DHS program managementC6ISR systems expertiseCUAS systems knowledgeP&L managementRisk management frameworksBusiness developmentCompliance knowledgeAnalytical abilitiesLeadership skillsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline, business, or program management

10+ years of DHS program/Government leadership experience, with at least 5 years leading large-scale security, surveillance, C6ISR or CUAS initiatives/programs for border and/or force/asset protection

Demonstrated experience managing U.S. DHS programs

Prior experience working in/with the U.S. DHS

Track record of successful P&L management experience with responsibility for revenue and profit performance

Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams in a matrixed environment

Hands-on experience implementing program risk management frameworks

Knowledge of acquisition lifecycle, contract types (FFP, CPFF, T&M, IDIQ)

Active clearance or ability to obtain one