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Director, Program Manager

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Key Responsibilities

Strategize, implement and maintain program initiatives that adhere to overall Clarity and customer objectives. Provide program visibility and reporting on risks, financial insight,

Requirements Summary

Advise teams, customers and stakeholders on all available contract services. Identify and manage risks and opportunities to ensure longevity of program.

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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.

We are seeking a mission-driven Program Manager to lead cutting-edge U.S. Air Force enterprise initiatives focused on delivering a secure, scalable environment for fielding mission-critical software at speed. As part of our Air Force Enterprise Systems Portfolio, you’ll serve as the strategic leader and primary custodian of a critical multi-year contract vehicle. You are the definitive "up and out" leader, responsible for navigating the complexities of the Air Force acquisitions landscape to ensure the program remains a cornerstone for mission delivery.

This role is ideal for a candidate with a background in defense software acquisition, IDIQ-type contract management experience, Air Force Acquisition, Engineering or Contracting Officer service, DevSecOps, and digital transformation modernization efforts who can interface with engineering teams, program offices, and government stakeholders to ensure delivery of secure, resilient enterprise services and capabilities at speed.

Responsibilities

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Requirements

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Eligible for Active Secret (up to Top Secret/SCI)
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related technical field.
6+ years of relevant experience in technical program management, systems engineering, or software delivery managing DoD programs.
Familiarity with Air Force software factories (Kessel Run, BESPIN) and DevSecOps principles.
Understanding of enterprise services delivery; systems architecture, platform operations, agenticAI, cloud-native technologies and environments such as Cloud One and Platform One.
Proven experience working with DoD acquisition and software development lifecycle, especially Software Acquisition Pathway and OTA/ID/IQ contract delivery models and strong understanding of USG project accounting.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for interfacing with both government customers and engineering teams.
Able to travel to customer engagements minimum once a month (locations include but not limited to: DC Area, Montgomery, AL)

Nice to Have

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Prior service as an Air Force Officer, experienced in executive strategy/communication and acquisition program execution is preferred.
Certifications such as PMP or equivalent (DAWIA, PRINCE2) are highly desirable.
Experience integrating across a tiered customer model
Strong understanding of Agile development, lean product management, and user-centered design within an Air Force context.

We are an equal opportunity 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.