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Project Program Associate Director

NTT DATA
Arlington, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/23/2026
Req ID: 364866

NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

We are currently seeking a Project Program Associate Director to join our team in Arlington, Virginia (US-VA), United States (US).

Job Summary:

The Senior Program Manager (PM) will serve as the Government's primary point of contact and provide overall supervision and direction for all Contractor personnel assigned to the contract. The PM is responsible for the quality and efficiency of the work performed under this contract, to include technical issues and business processes. It is required that the person that fulfills this position possesses the following skills and attributes:

The PM will be responsible for overseeing the following tasks across the contract:
  • Program/Project Management
  • Business Intelligence and Data Analytics
  • Enterprise Architecture
  • Intelligence Analysis
  • Configuration Management
  • SharePoint Development
  • Portfolio Management and Capital Planning and Investment Control (CPIC)
  • IT Governance
  • Strategic Planning
  • Risk Management
  • Business Process Re-Engineering
  • Requirements Management

Additionally, the PM should have a general understanding/working knowledge of the following Frameworks, Methodologies, Federal Policies, Guidelines, and Mandates, Tools and Techniques:

Frameworks / Methodologies
  • Agile software development framework
  • Scale Agile Framework (SAFe) for Government
  • Rapid Application Deployment (RAD)
  • Scrum Project Management framework
  • Team Foundation Server workflow
  • System Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
  • Project Management Institute (PMI) Business Analysis
  • Technology Business Management (TBM) framework
  • Software Engineering Institute (SEI) Capability Maturity Model - Integrated (SEI CMMI)
  • Project and Portfolio Management (PPM) methodologies and solutions

Federal Policies, Guidelines, and Mandates
  • E-Government Act of 2002
  • Federal Enterprise Architecture Framework
  • Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) 2002 and Federal Information Security Modernization Act 2014
  • Federal Information Technology Acquisition Reform Act (FITARA)
  • Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL)
  • Information Technology Management Reform Act of 1996 (Public Law 104-106, Clinger Cohen Act)
  • Capital Planning Guide
  • GAO Cost Estimating and Assessment Guide, 2020
  • IT Investment Management (ITIM)
  • Managing Information as a Strategic Resource, Office of Management and Budget
  • (OMB) Circular A-130 and Appendices 1 and 2
  • OMB Capital Planning and Investment Control (CPIC)
  • Preparation, Submission, and Execution of the Budget, Circular No. A-11 and IT Budget Capital Planning Guidance, Part 55
  • Presidents Management Agenda (PMA)
  • Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK), 7th Edition

Tools / Techniques
  • Microsoft Office Professional (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project, Project Server)
  • Microsoft Power BI, Power Pivot, and Power Query
  • Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications
  • SharePoint
  • MS Project Server
  • Team Foundation Server (TFS)
  • Remote work and virtual meeting tools
  • ServiceNow
  • Data analytic and data science technologies (e.g., Microsoft Power BI, Microsoft R, Tableau, Statistical Package for the Social Sciences [SPSS], STATA, Python, and SAS)

Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Physical Science, or other technology discipline
    • H.S. Diploma 4 years additional experience Equals Associate's Degree
    • Associate's Degree 4 years additional experience Equals Bachelor's Degree
  • Minimum 10 years' experience as program manager
  • Active Secret Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:
  • PMP certification
  • Masters degree
  • Top Secret security clearance (or ability to obtain one).

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

Whenever possible, we hire locally to NTT DATA offices or client sites. This ensures we can provide timely and effective support tailored to each client's needs. While many positions offer remote or hybrid work options, these arrangements are subject to change based on client requirements. For employees near an NTT DATA office or client site, in-office attendance may be required for meetings or events, depending on business needs. At NTT DATA, we are committed to staying flexible and meeting the evolving needs of both our clients and employees. NTT DATA recruiters will never ask for payment or banking information and will only use @nttdata.com, @nttdatafed.com and @talent.nttdataservices.com email addresses. If you are requested to provide payment or disclose banking information, please submit a contact us form, https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us.

NTT DATA endeavors to make https://us.nttdata.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. NTT DATA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here. For Pay Transparency information, please click here.

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