What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contract Manager / Program Manager position at IBSS?
Job Title: Contract Manager / Program Manager
Location: Silver Spring, MD
Clearance Required: Public Trust Eligible
Salary Range: $130K-145K / Based on Experience
Application Deadline: May 31, 2026
To apply, please follow these steps:
Overview
All positions must possess the following general skills and characteristics:
Since 1992, IBSS, a woman-owned small business, has provided transformational consulting services to the Federal defense, civilian, and commercial sectors. Our services include cybersecurity and enterprise information technology, environmental science and engineering (including oceans, coasts, climate, and weather), and professional management services.
Our approach is to serve our employees by investing in their growth and development. As a result, our employees bring greater capabilities and provide exceptional service to our clients. In addition to creating career development opportunities for our employees, IBSS is passionate about giving back to the community and serving the environment. We strive to leave something better behind for the next generation.
We measure our success by the positive impact we have on our employees, clients, partners, and the communities we serve. Our tagline, Powered by Excellence, is a recognition of the employees that make up IBSS and ensures we deliver results with quality, applying industry best practices and certifications.
IBSS offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage with a company-paid deductible, paid time off, federal holidays, a matching 401K plan, tuition/professional development reimbursement, and Flex-Spending (FSA)/Dependent Care Account (DCA) options.
IBSS is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Click https://www.eeoc.gov/poster to see that the EEO is the law. Please direct any inquiries to the HR Department email at HR@ibsscorp.com.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the Talent Acquisition department at Recruiting@ibsscorp.com
Location: Silver Spring, MD
Clearance Required: Public Trust Eligible
Salary Range: $130K-145K / Based on Experience
Application Deadline: May 31, 2026
To apply, please follow these steps:
- Visit https://ibsscorp.com/careers/
- Select the position you are interested in
- Review the job details, then click Apply Now
- Complete and submit your application
Overview
- The Contract Manager serves as the primary liaison between the contractor and the Government, holding full authority to act on all daily operational matters related to the contract.
- Oversee the performance of all contract work and direct the contractor workforce.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for the Contracting Officer (CO) and the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).
- Be available within 30 minutes during normal duty hours, and within 2 hours after normal duty hours, to resolve problem areas.
- Ensure quality control and prepare/sign performance evaluation meeting minutes.
- Manage employee onboarding, ensuring completion of conflict of interest forms, non-disclosure agreements, and facility safety courses.
- Day-to-day supervision of staff team performance
- BS/BA in relevant fields
- More than 5 years program management experience supporting a science-oriented organization
- Proven track record of supervising more than 10 staff
- Previous working experience in a similar environment
- PMP preferred
- Previous experience at NOAA, NASA, NSF, or an agency with strong science missions
- Graduate degree in a relevant field
All positions must possess the following general skills and characteristics:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project), Google Workspace (Mail, Docs, Sheets, Slides)
- A highly motivated, energetic, and professional demeanor, with the ability to interface with senior, influential, international officials.
- Strong foundation in ethical behavior, sound business judgment, and thorough research capabilities.
Since 1992, IBSS, a woman-owned small business, has provided transformational consulting services to the Federal defense, civilian, and commercial sectors. Our services include cybersecurity and enterprise information technology, environmental science and engineering (including oceans, coasts, climate, and weather), and professional management services.
Our approach is to serve our employees by investing in their growth and development. As a result, our employees bring greater capabilities and provide exceptional service to our clients. In addition to creating career development opportunities for our employees, IBSS is passionate about giving back to the community and serving the environment. We strive to leave something better behind for the next generation.
We measure our success by the positive impact we have on our employees, clients, partners, and the communities we serve. Our tagline, Powered by Excellence, is a recognition of the employees that make up IBSS and ensures we deliver results with quality, applying industry best practices and certifications.
IBSS offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage with a company-paid deductible, paid time off, federal holidays, a matching 401K plan, tuition/professional development reimbursement, and Flex-Spending (FSA)/Dependent Care Account (DCA) options.
IBSS is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Click https://www.eeoc.gov/poster to see that the EEO is the law. Please direct any inquiries to the HR Department email at HR@ibsscorp.com.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the Talent Acquisition department at Recruiting@ibsscorp.com
Salary : $130,000 - $145,000