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Redhorse

Government consulting with AI-driven digital transformation

Program Manager

Full-Time
$200k - $250k/yr
Expert
Bachelor's
Chantilly, VA, USA
In PersonOn-site position in Chantilly, VA; requires TS/SCI with Full-Scope Polygraph.
Project & Program ManagementProgram Management
No H1B Sponsorship
US Top Secret Clearance Required

About the job

Requirements
  • Active TS/SCI with Full-Scope Polygraph security clearance.
  • Program Management: 10+ years of professional program management experience, specifically within the Intelligence Community (IC).
  • Organizational Design: 5+ years of experience designing, documenting, and implementing enterprise-level operational team structures within a technology context.
  • Audit & Governance: 5+ years of experience managing internal/external audits, utilizing the RACI framework, and conducting business process reviews.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field of study.
  • Communication: Proven ability to manage stakeholder relationships and deliver high-level briefings.
Responsibilities
  • Serve as the primary liaison between the organization and the customer for all contract-related matters and performance updates.
  • Lead the comprehensive execution and management of the contract, ensuring service delivery aligns with established terms and quality standards.
  • Provide leadership and mentorship to the project team, ensuring individual and collective alignment with mission objectives.
  • Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks to ensure operational continuity and successful delivery.
  • Maintain rigorous compliance with all contract deliverables, federal regulatory requirements, and security standards.
  • Design, document, and implement scalable, enterprise-level operational team structures tailored for technology-driven environments.
  • Direct internal and external audits by leveraging the RACI (Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, Informed) methodology framework.
  • Lead business process reviews to drive efficiency, innovation, and continuous improvement across program operations.
  • Synthesize complex data into regular program status reports and executive briefings for senior leadership and stakeholders.
  • Coordinate across various functional areas to ensure a unified and efficient approach to program delivery.
Desired Qualifications
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) or Program Management Professional (PgMP) certification.
  • Proven experience managing large-scale, complex contracts within the IC or Department of Defense (DoD).
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and develop diverse, cross-functional teams in high-tempo, mission-driven environments.
  • Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, or hybrid program management methodologies.
  • Experience overseeing enterprise IT modernization or cloud migration initiatives.
  • Commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion, equity, and professional growth for all team members.

About the company

Redhorse helps government agencies improve operations using data and technology, applying digital transformation and AI across National Security, Networking Technology and Infrastructure, Energy, and the Environment. Its offerings are advisory and implementation services, delivered through project-based engagements and long-term partnerships rather than physical products. The company differentiates itself through close collaboration with clients, deep sector expertise, and a focus on mission-critical outcomes that require security and regulatory compliance. The goal is to enable safer, more efficient, and data-driven government operations.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Growth Equity (Venture Capital)

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Arlington, Virginia

Founded

2008

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What believers are saying

  • The $14M SAF/CDM deal extends IDEA into 2027 and deepens user adoption.
  • 2026 awardable status streamlines sales through CDAO Tradewinds and shortens federal buying cycles.
  • New SHIELD, OASIS, and GSA vehicles expand pipeline across 2027 through 2035.

What critics are saying

  • Defense accounts for 92% of obligated revenue; one recompete loss hits hard.
  • Seven incumbents, including a $6.1M CENTCOM BPA, return to market by 2028.
  • GAO protests already targeted a Redhorse GSA task order, signaling procurement friction.

What makes Redhorse unique

  • Redhorse won SAF/CDM's $14M ISR contract in January 2026, anchored by IDEA.
  • Its 2026 Tradewinds awardable IDPaaS and CBM+ offerings accelerate DoD contracting.
  • Mannakee Group acquisition adds DevSecOps depth for federal defense and national security work.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Remote Work Options

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

-2%

1 year growth

-1%

2 year growth

-1%
Citybiz
Mar 18th, 2025
Redhorse Corporation Acquires The Mannakee Group

WASHINGTON, D.C., March 18, 2025 - Redhorse Corporation today announced the strategic acquisition of The Mannakee Group, enhancing its position as a premier provider of innovative solutions for the federal defense and national security communities.

Citybiz
Mar 18th, 2025
Redhorse Acquires Mannakee Group for Innovation

Redhorse Corporation has acquired The Mannakee Group to enhance its capabilities in providing innovative solutions for federal defense and national security. The Mannakee Group, based in Kensington, Maryland, is known for its advanced software development and DevSecOps practices. This acquisition will combine Mannakee's expertise with Redhorse's AI/ML capabilities to deliver cutting-edge technology solutions. Mannakee's leadership will continue to drive growth within Redhorse's National Security portfolio.

GovCon Wire
Dec 3rd, 2024
John Zangardi to Retire as Redhorse CEO, Noah Klemm Appointed President

In a related development, Redhorse announced the promotion of Noah Klemm from chief delivery officer to president, effective immediately.

GovCon Wire
Feb 13th, 2024
Michael Rauseo, Lance Orr Take on VP Roles Within Redhorse National Security Practice

Redhorse has expanded the leadership team within its national security practice with the appointment of Michael Rauseo as vice president of national security growth and Lance Orr as VP of national security operations.

GovCon Wire
Nov 20th, 2023
Matthew Dost Named Redhorse General Counsel, VP of Compliance

Matthew Dost, formerly general counsel and director of contracts at Allied Associates International, has been named general counsel and vice president of compliance at Redhorse.