Overview
Deputy Program Manager (DPM):
Bowhead seeks a Deputy Program Manager (DPM) to support the United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) Program Manager Special Programs (PMSP) contract located at Fort Lierty/Bragg, NC. USSOCOM PMSP is responsible for conducting Research, Development, Acquisition, and Sustainment of a broad spectrum of military capabilities and systems.
The DPM will will support the PM in all transition and management activities and serve as the primary point of contact for all contractual activity at each location.
Responsibilities
During the Contract Transition Term, this person shall be responsible for:
Assisting the TM/PM with all activities during the transition-in phase.
Focusing on successful transition of all personnel in the Fort Bragg, NC (FBNC) area.
During Contract Execution, this person shall be responsible for:
Supporting the PM in managing all aspects of the contract to include personnel management and quality of contract deliverables.
Acting as the primary POC and over-arching manager of all personnel in the FBNC area.
Filling in for the PPM during absences
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Five (5) years program management experience within Special Operations Forces (SOF) organizations
Project Management Professional (PMP), Program Management Professional (PgMP) certification, DAWIA Level III Certification in Program Management or an additional 5 years of managerial experience within Special Operations Forces (SOF) in lieu of the PMP requirement
Desired (All Required Qualifications plus):
Eight (8) years program management experience within Special Operations Forces (SOF) organizations
Demonstrated experience applying SOF Acquisition and Capability Development processes
A Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) or Management
Physical Demands:
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to maintain a security clearance at the Top Secret level with SCI eligibility. US Citizenship is a requirement for this contract.
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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC's Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant's resume/application may be subject to verification.
Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.
UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity postershere (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\EEOC\KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .
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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.
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ID 2026-25027
Category Information Technology
Location : Location US-NC-Fort Liberty
Minimum Clearance Required Secret
Travel Requirement N/A
