[Remote] Program Manager - Department of War

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Fortress Information Security is seeking a mission-focused Program Manager to support and scale Department of War (DoW) programs within the Government Solutions division. This role serves as a key operational leader responsible for program execution, contract administration, customer engagement, onboarding activities, and cross-functional coordination across the Government Solutions portfolio.ResponsibilitiesServe as the primary point of accountability for assigned Department of War program execution, customer engagement, and contractual obligationsSupport executive leadership by providing operational continuity, program oversight, and coordination across Government Solutions initiativesManage the full lifecycle of government contracts, including deliverable tracking, milestone management, contract modifications, option year activities, and performance monitoringCoordinate with legal, finance, security, product, and technical teams to ensure contractual compliance and successful program executionDevelop and maintain program schedules, status reports, action trackers, risk registers, and customer communicationsConduct funding analysis, monitor program financial performance, and identify potential budget or resource risksSupport pricing activities, budget planning, forecasting, and financial reviews for Government Solutions programsLead onboarding activities for new personnel supporting Government Solutions programs, ensuring operational readiness and successful integrationCoordinate security clearance processing activities with internal security personnel, government security offices, and customer stakeholdersMaintain clearance tracking records and proactively manage investigation, renewal, and upgrade requirementsSupport implementation and onboarding of new customers, program offices, and defense organizations as Fortress expands its Government Solutions portfolioEstablish and maintain program documentation, operating procedures, stakeholder maps, and customer engagement plansFacilitate cross-functional collaboration between delivery teams, program managers, product teams, and executive leadershipMonitor program risks, dependencies, and issues while developing mitigation plans and escalation paths when necessaryDevelop, maintain, and mature standard operating procedures that improve consistency, efficiency, and scalability across Government Solutions programsPrepare executive briefings, customer presentations, status reports, and operational updates using advanced Microsoft Office toolsUtilize AI-enabled productivity tools to improve reporting, planning, documentation, analysis, and operational efficiencyRepresent Fortress professionally in customer meetings, planning sessions, reviews, and other program-related engagementsPerform other duties as assigned in support of Government Solutions objectives and Fortress strategic prioritiesSkills5+ years of program or project management experience supporting U.S. Government customers or government contracting environmentsDemonstrated experience managing federal contracts, task orders, or programs operating under government acquisition frameworksExperience managing multiple concurrent projects, stakeholders, and deliverablesExperience supporting contract administration, compliance activities, and customer engagement effortsExperience coordinating personnel onboarding, operational readiness, or security-related administrative activitiesStrong financial acumen with experience supporting budget tracking, funding analysis, forecasting, or pricing activitiesExceptional written, verbal, and presentation communication skillsAbility to communicate effectively with executive leadership, government customers, and technical teamsIntermediate proficiency with AI-enabled workplace productivity toolsExpert-level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams, and related collaboration toolsActive U.S. Security Clearance (Secret minimum)U.S. Citizenship requiredExperience supporting Department of War, Missile Defense Agency (MDA), NAVSEA, NAVAIR, Army, Air Force, Space Force, or other Department of Defense organizationsFamiliarity with Cyber Supply Chain Risk Management (C-SCRM) principles, frameworks, and related government initiativesPMP, FAC-P/PM, DAU, or equivalent program management certificationExperience supporting growth-stage government contracting organizationsExperience working with NIST 800-161, software supply chain security, SBOMs, HBOMs, vendor risk management, or related cybersecurity disciplinesFamiliarity with personnel security processes, clearance administration, and government security requirementsExperience developing operational processes, governance frameworks, and scalable program management practicesBenefitsRemote and Hybrid working environmentCompetitive pay structureMedical, dental, vision plans with employees covered up to 90% with highly progressive options for dependents and familiesCompany paid life, short- and long-term disability insuranceEmployee Assistance Program401(k) matchFlexible Paid Time OffParental LeaveWe provide each employee with professional growth opportunities through succession planning, up-skilling, and certificationsTuition and certification reimbursementEmployee Referral ProgramsCompany Sponsored EventsCompany OverviewFortress protects governments, critical infrastructure, supply chains, and digital assets from advanced cyber threats. It was founded in 2015, and is headquartered in Orlando, Florida, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is http://www.fortressinfosec.com.