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Job Title: Federal Data Program Manager

Type: Direct Hire

Work Model: On-site, Arlington, VA

Clearance: TS/SCI

Contact: [email protected]

This role combines technical knowledge of modern data engineering practices with proven program management expertise, particularly within the framework of federal procurement, compliance, and multi-agency coordination. The successful candidate will serve as the liaison between technical teams, acquisition officials, contracting officers, and federal stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of mission-critical data solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Program & Project Leadership

+ Lead end-to-end management of federal data engineering programs across their lifecycle, from requirements gathering and acquisition planning to execution and closeout.

+ Oversee data architecture, data pipeline development, cloud migrations, and infrastructure modernization projects within federal compliance frameworks.

+ Develop project plans aligned with FAR, DFARS, and DoD-specific acquisition policies.

Cross-Functional Coordination

+ Coordinate across engineering teams, government sponsors, vendors, and external contractors to align on technical requirements and delivery expectations.

+ Facilitate interagency data sharing initiatives and platform integration efforts in support of national programs.

+ Collaborate with key stakeholders to develop Cost Estimates and acquisition strategies.

Communication & Reporting

+ Provide executive-level briefings, status updates, and program documentation to internal leadership and government stakeholders.

+ Maintain program dashboards, reports, and audit-ready documentation in compliance with federal recordkeeping requirements.

+ Identify process inefficiencies and implement solutions to optimize delivery within the limitations of government procurement processes.

Qualifications:

Required:

+ Active TS/SCI security clearance.

+ 10+ years of program or project management experience supporting federal government contracts or acquisition programs.

+ 3+ years working with or managing data engineering teams (e.g., data pipelines, ETL, cloud platforms, big data tools).

+ Experience with federal acquisition lifecycle, budget planning, and working with Contracting Officers and Program Managers.

+ Excellent stakeholder engagement and government-facing communication skills.

+ Demonstrates excellent communication skills, a high level of integrity, critical thinking, and leadership courage.

+ Advanced MS Word and PowerPoint skills; proficient in MS Teams, Excel, and Outlook application skills

Preferred:

+ Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field.

+ Understanding of DevSecOps and Agile methodologies within a federal context.

+ Previous experience with Office of the Secretary of Defense, Joint Staff, and Military Department policies and procedures preferred.

System One, and its subsidiaries, including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.