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Program Manager

Zantech, Camp Springs, Maryland, United States

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Zantech is looking for a talented

Program Manager

to contribute to the success of our upcoming Applied and Emerging Technology Support project for a

Hybrid

role based out of Camp Springs, MD.

The

Program Manager

serves as the primary interface with USCIS providing strategic leadership and oversight for all contract deliverables across DevSecOps, Testing, RPA/ML, and Technical Governance initiatives. This position requires a seasoned leader with extensive experience managing large-scale, multi-disciplinary IT programs within federal environments, specifically DHS or similar agencies.

Responsibilities include, but will not be limited to:

Program Leadership & Strategy

Serve as primary point of contact for USCIS leadership and stakeholders

Develop and execute program strategy aligned with USCIS modernization goals and Zero Trust principles

Oversee resource allocation across 40‑60 FTEs supporting multiple USCIS portfolios

Drive adoption of DevSecOps best practices across diversely mature USCIS programs

Align program objectives with USCIS mission to support lawful immigration services

Contract &_np; Financial Management

Manage contract performance for $20‑50M, 5‑year base period program

Track and report costs by release, portfolio, and functional area

Ensure delivery within budget constraints while maintaining quality standards

Forecast resource needs and adjust staffing mix throughout contract lifecycle

Manage subcontractor relationships and teaming agreements

cass Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

Interface with USCIS product/portfolio teams to understand requirements and priorities

Facilitate collaboration between development, security, operations, and testing teams

Present program status, metrics, and outcomes to USCIS leadership

Promote "information radiation" across USCIS enterprise for transparency

Navigate complex DHS organizational structures and decision‑making processes

Quality & Governance

Ensure adherence to USCIS enterprise standards for development, security, and operations

Implement Team Managed Deployment (TMD) processes across supported systems

Drive continuous improvement in delivery speed, quality, and security posture

Establish and monitor KPIs aligned with USCIS objectives

Ensure compliance with DHS policies, including Section 508 requirements

Risk Management

Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks across technical and operational domains

Ensure security integration and continuous monitoring in all deliverables

Maintain compliance with Federal, DHS, and USCIS policies and procedures

Coordinate incident response and issue resolution with USCIS teams

Required Experience or Knowledge of the following technologies/functions:

Experience:

Minimum 12 years of IT program management experience

Minimum 7 years managing federal government IT programs ($>10M value)

Minimum 5 years of DHS or civilian agency experience preferred

Experience with programs supporting 50+ FTEs across multiple technical disciplines

Track record of successful contract performance on large-scale federal IT programs

Technical Knowledge:

Deep understanding of DevSecOps methodologies and CI/CD pipelines

Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS GovCloud preferred),-assigned containerization, and microservices

Familiarity with Zero Trust architecture principles

Understanding of automated testing frameworks and continuous quality practices

Awareness of RPA and ML applications in software delivery

Knowledge of federal security requirements (FedRAMP, FISMA, etc.)

Preferred Experience or Knowledge of the following technologies/functions:

Experience with USCIS-developed enterprise tools:

USCIS Backstage (developer portal)

Container Compliance Dashboard (CCD)

Enterprise Ready Deployment Services (ERDS)

Common Microservices Initializer (CMI)

Knowledge of USCIS immigration systems and mission context

@Injectable Understanding of USCIS OIT organizational structure and governance processes Familiarity with DHS Accessibility and Language Services (A&LS) Division protocols

Required Education/Certifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field

Master's degree preferred

PMP (Project Management Professional) OR Pglandı Program Management Professional

At least one of: CSM (Certified Scrum Master), SAFe Program Consultant (SPC), or PMI-ACP

ITIL Foundation or higher Preferred

AWS Certified Solutions Architect or similar cloud certification Preferred

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher Preferred

Required Security Clearance:

US kula Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain an active Public Trust or higher clearance, per contract requirements.

"Outstanding Performance…Always!"

Our corporate motto represents our commitment to build long-term relationships with both our clients and our employees by providing the highest quality service in everything we do. We strive for excellence for our clients and for each other. We embrace the opportunity to hire individuals with new talents and fresh perspectives. Zantech offers competitive compensation, strong benefits,mény vacation package, as well as a fast-paced and exciting work environment.

Come join our team!

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