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KBR, Inc. · 21 hours ago

Portfolio Director NAVWAR Cyber Transformation

North Charleston, SC

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

12+ years exp

KBR, Inc. is a trusted partner in delivering complex technical solutions to the U.S. Department of War. They are seeking a Portfolio Director to manage an advanced NAVWAR / NIWC Atlantic portfolio, focusing on innovation and cybersecurity, while providing executive-level oversight across multiple programs.

ConsultingCyber SecurityInformation TechnologyProject ManagementSoftware EngineeringTraining

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Oversee and approve task planning, execution strategies, and delivery across multiple large programs or product lines

Establish strategic direction for functional teams and direct reports across the portfolio to balance mission priorities, schedules, and resources

Approve resource requirements, staffing plans, and effort estimates across the portfolio

Lead large, cross-functional teams through execution of program and process roadmaps, ensuring integration across technical, operational, and business dimensions

Maintain end-to-end responsibility for program data integration, including:

Financial tracking and forecasting

Quality metrics

Schedule performance

Risk management

Analyze variances and critical paths; direct implementation of corrective actions to maintain cost, schedule, and performance commitments

Own Profit and Loss (P&L) of assigned programs

Balance customer expectations with internal business objectives and contractual commitments

Participate in and approve business planning activities, including Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and Strategic Plan (STRAP) development across multiple sites and teams

Partner closely with Business Unit leadership, Controllers, Business Development and Marketing organizations to:

Shape new opportunities

Support capture efforts

Manage and control business execution

Ensure programs meet customer needs while achieving targeted financial and operational outcomes

Serve as a domain expert in program management processes and architectures

Integrate process rigor, quality standards, and execution discipline across the portfolio

Apply advanced estimation techniques, critical path analysis, and earned value management to balance resources, cost, schedule, and scope

Stay informed on program management trends, tools, and methodologies across industry and academia, applying best practices to portfolio execution

Act as a senior interface with NAVWAR and Defense Health stakeholders

Represent KBR’s program management organization as a trusted leader and advisor

Ensure consistent, transparent communication with customers and internal leadership

Qualification

Program ManagementFinancial AccountabilityCybersecurityDoD Programs ManagementBusiness PlanningCross-functional LeadershipStakeholder EngagementCommunication SkillsTeam Leadership

Required

Active Secret clearance required. (TS/SCI eligibility preferred)

Bachelor's degree in a related program field

12+ years of directly related experience in program and portfolio management with increasing leadership responsibility

In lieu of formal education, Candidates with 20 years of directly related experience may be considered in accordance with contract requirements

Extensive experience managing large, complex DoD programs with financial accountability

Advanced knowledge of: Program cost and budget planning/control, Business concepts and accounting principles, Multi-site and multi-team program execution

Demonstrated ability to lead large functional and cross-functional teams

Strong understanding of overall business operations and associated costs

Preferred

Master's degree (M.S.) or MBA

Experience supporting NAVWAR / NIWC Atlantic or Military Health efforts

Cross-functional leadership experience spanning engineering, cyber, operations, and business

Benefits

401K plan with company match

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

AD&D

Flexible spending account

Disability

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Professional training and development

Bonuses

Commissions

Sign on bonus

Relocation benefits

Short-term incentives

Long-term incentives

Discretionary payments for exceptional performance

Company

KBR, Inc.

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At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that are helping governments and companies around the world take on the great challenges of our time.

Founded in 1919

Houston, Texas, USA

10001+ employees