Full-Time

Program Manager

Posted on 5/30/2025

AnaVation LLC

AnaVation LLC

51-200 employees

IT engineering services for federal government

No salary listed

Washington, DC, USA

In Person

On-site in Washington, DC; no remote option.

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance, Canada Citizenship, Canada Top Secret Clearance, UK Citizenship, UK Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Business & Strategy (1)
Requirements
  • Education: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Project Management, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. In lieu of a degree, at least ten (10) years of progressively responsible program management experience in federal IT or cybersecurity environments is required.
  • Experience: A minimum of eight (8) years of overall experience and at least five (5) years of experience managing cybersecurity and Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)-specific programs on large federal enterprise systems.
  • Required Skills/Certs: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is required.
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification is required.
  • Proven experience leading cross-functional technical teams in a cybersecurity or RMF-compliant environment.
  • Project or task management experience and the ability to perform standard project management tasks such as managing project schedules and deliverables; overseeing the performance of a team of ISSOs; providing guidance and direction to ensure tasks are completed on time; capturing and reporting on metrics; and producing contractual deliverables, weekly activity reports, and strategic recommendations.
  • Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to produce deliverables of high quality without oversight.
  • Strong understanding of NIST SP 800-53, RMF, FISMA, federal cybersecurity policy, ATO processes, etc.
  • Ability to brief senior leadership and manage client relationships effectively.
  • Familiarity with cybersecurity standards and oversight procedures.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, program tracking tools, and collaboration platforms.
Responsibilities
  • Provide overall program leadership and oversight across all contract activities.
  • Manage day-to-day operations, team schedules, and performance metrics.
  • Serve as the primary interface with stakeholders, including the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) and Government Task Manager (GTM).
  • Ensure timely submission of weekly activity reports, deliverables, and quality control plans.
  • Develop and execute transition plans, staffing plans, and strategic recommendations.
  • Monitor financial status, operational risks, and program milestones.
  • Review Information System Security Officer outputs for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with RMF and standards.
  • Coordinate training, leave schedules, and ensure contract staffing remains at required levels.
  • Lead quality assurance activities and maintain program documentation.
  • Evaluate and support special projects to enhance program efficiency or cybersecurity posture.
Desired Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related field is preferred.
  • Prior or current TS/SCI clearance is strongly preferred.
  • Experience with government contracting and Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) in a practical setting.
  • Experience implementing NIST RMF in a large federal environment.
  • Strong leadership and strategic planning capabilities.

AnaVation LLC provides IT engineering and cybersecurity services to the U.S. Federal Government. It helps agencies solve complex technical and analytical problems by delivering services such as intelligence collection and processing, analytical systems, big data solutions, and cybersecurity measures. The company operates by winning government contracts and projects, offering cost-effective and tailored solutions through a team of professionals called AnaVators who work to improve clients’ operational efficiency and security. AnaVation differentiates itself by focusing on deeply specialized government IT engineering expertise, long-term customer relationships, and a values-driven culture that emphasizes employees’ growth and positive work environment. The goal is to be a trusted partner for federal agencies, delivering practical, mission-focused engineering solutions that address their toughest technical challenges.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Reston, Virginia

Founded

2013

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What believers are saying

  • Federal cybersecurity spending reaches $15.4B by 2027; zero-trust and cloud security drive demand.
  • DoD allocates $8B+ through 2027 for cloud migration and legacy modernization projects.
  • Forensics and incident response services grow 18% annually as cyber threats escalate.

What critics are saying

  • CACI's $8.7B Applied Insight acquisition displaces AnaVation's small business set-aside advantages.
  • Palantir's $1.2B Army Vantage contract extension locks AnaVation out of intelligence fusion missions.
  • Commercial AI platforms like AWS Bedrock render 40% of AnaVation's proprietary systems obsolete.

What makes AnaVation LLC unique

  • AnaVation achieved FedRAMP High and DoD IL-4/5 authorization via AWS Bedrock integration.
  • Integrated end-to-end solutions across cybersecurity, big data, and analytics attract consolidating federal agencies.
  • Specialized expertise in intelligence collection, forensics, and exploitation serves niche IC/DoD missions.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Professional Development Budget

Life Insurance

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