Task Order Project Manager – Secret

About This Role

Lead and manage mission-critical support for the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Office of Training and Development (T&D) as a Task Order Project Manager, overseeing technical, operational, and management matters.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the central point of contact with the Government for all technical, operational, and management matters related to the Task Order
• Provide overall leadership and accountability for Task Order performance, ensuring compliance with SOW, contract requirements, and TSA policies
• Direct and oversee execution of Threat Mitigation, Engineering, and Image (TME&I) support services
• Apply Project Management Institute (PMI) principles to plan, execute, monitor, and control all Task Order activities
• Manage schedule, cost, scope, risk, quality assurance, and performance metrics across all task areas
• Ensure quality control and quality assurance of all deliverables, reports, and services provided under the Task Order
• Oversee adherence to DHS, TSA, and federal security requirements, including classified handling, SSI, and PII
• Manage subcontractor performance, ensuring alignment with contract requirements, security mandates, and performance standards

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Program Management, Engineering, Information Technology, Business, or a related discipline
• PMP certification
• Minimum 10 years of practical professional experience (at least 2 years managing a major program/task order/department)
• Demonstrated experience as a Program Manager on complex federal government programs
• Proven experience as a Task Order Manager or Program Manager for DHS, TSA, or other federal civilian agencies
• Strong working knowledge of PMI-based project management principles and methodologies
• Demonstrated experience managing large, multidisciplinary teams supporting technical, logistics, training, and operational functions
• Active U.S. Government Secret clearance
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience briefing senior Government leadership

Qualifications

• Master’s degree (M.S.) in Program Management, Engineering, Information Technology, Business, or a related discipline
• Minimum 10 years of practical professional experience, including at least 2 years managing a major program, task order, or department

Nice to Have

• Prior experience supporting TSA Office of Training and Development (T&D) or similar Homeland Security training organizations
• Familiarity with threat image libraries, simulation technologies, explosives/chemical training aids, or screening technologies
• Experience managing property and asset management systems in accordance with FAR, GAO, and DHS standards
• Experience managing geographically dispersed teams and multiple subcontractors

Skills

* Required skills

Certifications