Program Manager III
Location: Arlington, VA (On-site)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Security Requirement: Active Secret

Position Overview
Nationwide IT Services (NIS) is seeking an experienced Program Manager III to support a proposal effort for the National Guard Bureau (NGB) Technical and Staff Support Services (TSSS) program.
The Program Manager will provide overall program leadership, management, and oversight of technical and staff support services supporting NGB Joint Education and Staff Training and Joint Leader Development initiatives.
The successful candidate will oversee program operations, personnel, deliverables, quality assurance, and coordination with Government stakeholders to ensure successful execution of contract requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Provide overall program management, leadership, and oversight of contract operations, personnel, and deliverables.
Serve as the primary contractor management point of contact for Government representatives, including the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).
Coordinate and oversee training, education, curriculum development, and leadership development support activities.
Develop, implement, and maintain program processes and procedures aligned with Government Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Oversee project management lifecycle documentation, schedules, milestones, and reporting requirements.
Coordinate the development and maintenance of Course Management Task Lists (CMTLs), training schedules, and associated deliverables.
Monitor contract performance, identify risks, and recommend corrective actions.
Support training evaluations, After Action Reviews (AARs), curriculum reviews, and continuous process improvement.
Coordinate with National Guard Bureau stakeholders and other Department of Defense organizations.
Ensure compliance with applicable DoD policies, security requirements, and contractual performance standards.
Prepare and present program status reports, briefings, and recommendations to Government leadership.
Ensure adequate staffing and continuity of services throughout contract performance.

Required Qualifications

Extensive experience managing Department of Defense programs, operations, or training support contracts.
Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams and coordinating complex Government requirements.
Experience with program management, project planning, performance monitoring, and contract deliverables.
Knowledge of DoD training, education, operational planning, or professional development programs.
Experience developing and maintaining SOPs, management processes, and performance reports.
Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet Government-established deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

20+ years of Department of Defense program leadership experience.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Previous National Guard Bureau Joint Staff experience, particularly within NGB J8.
Experience with Electronic Task Management Software Solution (ETMS2).
Experience managing large-scale military training or orientation programs.
Experience managing significant DoD training budgets and resources.
Military officer leadership experience.

Security Requirements

Active Secret
Must meet applicable DD Form 254 security requirements.
Must comply with applicable DoD security, information protection, and installation access requirements.

Work Location and Travel
The primary duty location is the LTG Herbert R. Temple Jr. Army Readiness Center in Arlington, Virginia. Work may also be required at other Government facilities throughout the National Capital Region.
This is an on-site position. Remote work is not authorized. Occasional Government-approved telework may be permitted.
Travel may be required to support National Guard training, education, and leadership development activities.

About Nationwide IT Services
NIS is an SBA-verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and an IT and management consulting company. Our mission is to deliver value-added services to our customers, leveraging technology, people, and industry best practices to implement innovative solutions through our trusted employees and team members.  

Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer match; paid holidays; PTO (sick/vacation); commuter benefits; an employee assistance program (EAP); educational reimbursement; and pet insurance.

Salary range $100,000 to $200,000 annually
The salary range is a general guideline. We consider several factors when determining base salary offers, including the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate's experience, education, and skills, and current market conditions.

About the company

What Nationwide IT Services does: It provides Information Technology solutions, program management support, and subject-matter expertise for the U.S. federal government, leveraging its 8(a) SBA designation and CVE-verified SDVOSB status. How its product works: It deploys mission-specific IT and management solutions that comply with regulatory requirements, reflect the client’s mission, vision and values, align objectives with deliverables, apply industry best practices, and create measurable, sustainable change. How it differs from competitors: It combines federal-focused IT and management consulting with 8(a) certification and SDVOSB status, emphasizing tailored, mission-aligned solutions that navigate regulatory environments and deliver measurable results for government clients. What the company’s goal is: To help federal agencies achieve their missions by delivering compliant, mission-aligned IT and management solutions that produce lasting change.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Chantilly, Virginia

Founded

2006

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

July 2026 Microsoft AI partnership messaging positions NIS for federal AI implementation.
December 2025 SHIELD selection expands access to a $151 billion DoD vehicle.
September 2025 CMMI Level 3 recognition supports larger agency bids and renewals.

What critics are saying

Federal contracting is concentrated; one SHIELD or MAS setback would hit revenue fast.
Glassdoor reviews mention distrust of the CEO and COO, risking retention and delivery.
Small August 2026 USGS orders signal dependence on winning many low-dollar recompetes.

What makes Nationwide IT Services unique

NIS won MDA SHIELD in December 2025, spanning missile-defense modernization work.
NIS holds OASIS+ awards across four categories and 22 active federal prime contracts.
NIS carries Microsoft Technology Partner, Drupal Bronze, and CMMI Level 3 credentials.

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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Commuter Benefits
Tuition Reimbursement

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