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Company

Akima · 15 hours ago

Deputy Program Manager

USA

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Serve as the primary focal point for all Government/Contractor management communications in the absence of the Program Manager (PM).

Act as a liaison between host unit leadership, the Contractor team, and the Government to ensure open, effective communication.

Provide timely updates to the PM and the Program Management Office (PMO) regarding contract performance and operational challenges.

Ensure host unit processes are strictly followed across all supported locations, maintaining adherence to applicable Department of the Air Force (DAF) policies and guidelines.

Oversee all Contractor personnel to ensure full compliance with base access requirements, training mandates, and security protocols necessary for working on Air Force Information Network (AFIN) systems.

Oversee recruitment, assignment, and management of personnel required to execute all PWS tasks, ensuring appropriate staffing levels and qualifications are maintained.

Ensure all personnel have a thorough understanding of AFIN applications, systems, and processes and complete required training for base access and network usage.

Manage employee turnover by addressing staffing gaps, ensuring continued operational capability, and restoring certification requirements within 45 calendar days.

Provide the Government with an updated roster of all personnel assigned to the contract, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting of personnel changes.

Maintain capability and operational readiness during staffing gaps, leveraging available resources and contingency plans to minimize disruptions.

Monitor and enforce performance metrics for personnel executing Tier 2 and Tier 3 networking tasks, ensuring high-quality results and contract compliance.

Collaborate with the PM and Government stakeholders to resolve program challenges, identify improvement opportunities, and ensure mission success.

Build and maintain strong working relationships with DAF units and Government counterparts to foster collaboration and alignment with program objectives.

Represent the Contractor team in program reviews, status meetings, and other official engagements as directed by the PM.

Qualification

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PMI Certified AssociateAFIN systems knowledgeProject Management experiencePersonnel managementCompliance focusOrganizational abilitiesAir Force networking familiarityManaging large contractsResolving operational challenges

Required

An active Secret clearance is required for consideration

Minimum of five (5) years of project or program management experience on commercial or Government PM experience on Department of Defense (DoD) programs with Project Management Institute (PMI) Certified associate in project management (CAPM) or higher.

Comprehensive understanding of AFIN systems, applications, and operational processes.

Strong leadership and personnel management skills, with the ability to oversee diverse teams across multiple locations.

Exceptional communication and organizational abilities, with experience serving as a focal point for complex Government/Contractor communications.

Experience working in a highly regulated environment, with a strong focus on compliance, security, and operational readiness.