What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Manager position at clarityinnovates?
Clarity Innovations is a trusted national security partner, dedicated to safeguarding our nation’s interests and delivering innovative solutions that empower the Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of Defense (DoD) to transform data into actionable intelligence, ensuring mission success in an evolving world.
Our mission-first software and data engineering platform modernizes data operations, utilizing advanced workflows, CI/CD, and secure DevSecOps practices. We focus on challenges in Information Warfare, Cyber Operations, Operational Security, and Data Structuring, enabling end-to-end solutions that drive operational impact.
We are committed to delivering cutting-edge tools and capabilities that address the most complex national security challenges, empowering our partners to stay ahead of emerging threats and ensuring the success of their critical missions. At Clarity, we are people-focused and set on being a destination employer for top talent, offering an environment where innovation thrives, careers grow, and individuals are valued. Join us as we continue to lead innovation and tackle the most pressing challenges in national security.
Role
We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead and oversee complex software development programs supporting federal clients in the Washington, DC area. The ideal candidate brings 11–15 years of experience managing technical programs from inception through delivery, with demonstrated expertise in program financial management, contract execution, and stakeholder engagement within a classified environment.
This role will manage the full program lifecycle, including proposal support, execution oversight, budget management, risk tracking, and contract compliance, ensuring successful delivery aligned with organizational objectives and client expectations.
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic oversight for multiple concurrent software development projects in Agile or hybrid environments, ensuring all scope, schedule, cost, and quality objectives are achieved.
- Drive performance through clear communication, disciplined execution, and proactive risk management to deliver successful outcomes.
- Oversee the full financial and contractual lifecycle of programs, including budgeting, forecasting, and EAC reporting.
- Lead pricing strategies, contract modifications, and compliance across FFP, T&M, and CPFF contract types, ensuring alignment with SOW deliverables and financial objectives.
- Act as the primary liaison between technical teams, executive leadership, and government stakeholders.
- Build and sustain trusted partnerships, communicating program progress, risks, and strategic priorities to ensure transparency and alignment across all levels.
- Support capture and proposal efforts by shaping RFP responses, technical narratives, and pricing strategies.
- Contribute to business growth through collaboration with capture, finance, and technical teams to position the organization for continued success.
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and career development to project managers and technical staff.
- Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture that emphasizes accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Requirements
- Active TS/SCI clearance
- 11–15 years of experience in program/project management within software development or IT systems integration.
- Proven experience managing programs in the Department of War or federal contracting environment.
- Strong knowledge of program financials (RFPs, ROMs, ETCs, contract types, and SOWs).
- Strong knowledge of Department of War acquisition process, contract management, and program execution requirements.
- Proven experience managing Indirect Rate Structures (G&A, overhead, fringe).
- Proven experience engaging senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies (PMP certification a plus but not required).
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with cost plus, firm fixed price, or other government contract types.
- Background in leading geographically dispersed teams.
- Understanding of specific Department of War domains, such as cyber, intelligence, engineering, or logistics.