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Senior Program Manager - Network Integration & Mission Operations

Nightwing
Sterling, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/7/2026
Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers' most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.

Job Title: Senior Program Manager - Network Integration & Mission Operations

Location: Sterling, VA

Clearance: TS/SCI Poly

This position is CONTINGENT upon contract award

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Program Manager with 10 years of experience leading complex network and mission operations programs. This role requires expertise in developing and executing innovative strategies to merge disparate networks into a unified Network Operations Center (NOC) to enhance operational efficiency, security, and mission continuity.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end program management for network integration initiatives.
  • Design and implement synergy strategies to consolidate multiple mission-focused networks.
  • Lead a team responsible for 24x7 network mission support operations.
  • Collaborate with engineering, cyber, and operations teams to drive alignment and execution.
  • Serve as primary interface with senior stakeholders, delivering updates on progress, risk, and value realization.
  • Ensure compliance with programmatic, technical, and contractual requirements.

Qualifications

  • 10 years of program/project management in network and mission operations.
  • 5 years of experience as a program manager in IT disciplines.
  • Proven experience in NOC development and multi-network integration.
  • Strong understanding of enterprise IT, network architecture, and operational continuity.
  • Demonstrated ability to innovate and streamline mission-critical infrastructure.
  • Demonstrated experience leading contractor teams in support of Dod or IC

Desired Attributes

  • Strategic thinker with operational discipline.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Prior experience supporting government
  • Master's degree
  • Demonstrated experience with programs deploying IT solutions supporting complex intelligence collection platforms
  • Demonstrated experience with DOD or IC IT accreditation process
  • PMP or equivalent certification preferred.

Education

  • Bachelor's degree. May substitute with four (4) years of demonstrated experience in IT disciplines. Years of experience for substitution are in addition to other years of experience requirements.

At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we'll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.

Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.

Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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