Senior Project Manager (Security)

Puyenpa is seeking a Senior Project Manager (Security)for an upcoming proposal supporting the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Joint Program Office (JPO) Security Services Contract. This position serves as a senior-level advisor and project leader responsible for overseeing security-related initiatives, supporting acquisition program objectives, coordinating stakeholder activities, and ensuring effective execution of program requirements.
The successful candidate will provide subject matter expertise, manage complex projects, coordinate cross-functional teams, and support leadership decision-making in a dynamic Department of Defense environment. This position will be located in Arlington, VA. Or Patuxent River, MD. and is structured as a full-time, 40-hour-per-week role. An active DoD Top Secret clearance is required.

This is a proposal position and is contingent upon contract award, customer approval, and final staffing authorization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting of security-related programs and projects supporting F-35 JPO mission requirements.
• Provide senior-level project management support across multiple functional areas, ensuring alignment with program objectives, cost, schedule, and performance goals.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to government leadership on project status, risks, issues, and mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate activities among government personnel, contractors, and external stakeholders.
• Develop executive-level briefings, reports, decision papers, and project documentation.
• Facilitate meetings, working groups, and program reviews.
• Track and manage project deliverables, milestones, and performance metrics.
• Support acquisition and program management activities in accordance with Department of Defense acquisition guidance and processes.
• Identify program risks and develop mitigation plans to ensure successful mission execution.
• Provide subject matter expertise and mentorship to project teams while supporting continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Interface effectively with senior government officials, military leadership, and program stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret Security Clearance.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
  • A combination of education and additional relevant experience may be considered consistent with contract requirements.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience supporting program, project, acquisition, security, or related Department of Defense functions.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex projects and provide senior-level guidance and leadership.
• Working knowledge of the DoD 5000 Series Acquisition Framework and acquisition processes.
• Minimum 4 years of general security experience.
• Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience preparing and presenting executive-level briefings.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Will be required to sign Letter of Intent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting the F-35 Joint Program Office, Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), or other Major Defense Acquisition Programs.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Experience supporting security, program protection, physical security, personnel security, industrial security, or special access programs.
• Familiarity with risk management, strategic planning, and performance management methodologies.
• Experience leading cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams.

Puyenpa provides a variety of benefits including company-paid health, dental & vision insurance coverage, as well as additional employee-paid health insurance options; company-paid life and disability insurance; 401k retirement savings plan with employer match; 11 company paid holidays per year, and paid time off.

Puyenpa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Puyenpa complies with applicable federal contractor requirements regarding protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Puyenpa provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the application process. To request an accommodation, please contact recruiting@puyenpa.com.

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