• Program Manager

    Athenix Solutions Group, LLC (Washington, DC)


    Program Manager

     

    Washington, DC (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Washington+DC+USA) •ACS

    Description

    Athenix Solutions Group is seeking a leader with Program Management experience to fulfill a Principal Investigator (PI) role to lead a cutting-edge research and development initiative for Cyber Training & Curriculum, supporting U.S. Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM). This position will spearhead innovation in cyber training, education technologies, and curriculum design and development, with a focus on building scalable, operationally relevant learning solutions that enhance cyber mission readiness.

     

    As the PI, you’ll guide a cross-disciplinary technical team, work closely with Program Managers and government stakeholders, and drive applied research through the full program lifecycle—from concept through prototyping, testing, and transition.

     

    **Responsibilities** :

    + Serve as technical lead and subject matter expert focused on next-gen cyber training and adaptive curriculum development.

    + Oversee the design, development, test and evaluation of Defensive Cyber Operations software and hardware solutions, learning tools, immersive simulations, and data-informed curriculum strategies aligned to Cyber Command mission requirements.

    + Translate warfighter training gaps into research objectives and technical roadmaps.

    + Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team including cyber SMEs, instructional designers, AI/ML engineers, and software developers.

    + Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure program alignment and potential technology transition pathways.

    + Manage deliverables, technical documentation, certification standards and reporting requirements per contract standards.

    + Prepare and present briefings PMs, sponsors, and other executive audiences.

    + Ensure compliance with contract terms, IRB protocols, security classification guidelines, and export control laws.

    Requirements

    Required Qualifications:

    + U.S. Citizenship and active TS/SCI clearance

    + Ph.D. in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Cognitive Science, Learning Technologies, or a related discipline; or Master’s with equivalent research and technical leadership experience.

    + Minimum 10 years of experience leading DoD-funded R&D efforts; 3+ years as PI or co-PI on advanced research programs

    + Deep understanding of cyber operations, cyber force training pipelines, and mission-driven instructional design delivery and certification.

    + Demonstrated experience integrating emerging technologies (AI/ML, simulation, immersive media, etc.) into learning and training systems.

    + Strong background in government contracting, program execution, and cross-agency collaboration.

    + Outstanding communication, leadership, and technical writing skills.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    + Familiarity with cyber ranges, cyber exercise planning, and DoD training environments.

    + Experience with USCC DCO missions and tools

    + Working knowledge of learning data standards (e.g., SCORM, APE), training management systems, or education-focused analytics tools.

    + Background supporting or working within Intel agencies and other cyber mission forces.

     

    _Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status._