General Dynamics Information Technology · 14 hours ago
Senior Director Program Execution
USA VA Falls Church
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$187K/yr - $230K/yr
10+ years expGeneral Dynamics Information Technology is a global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government. The Program Execution Senior Director will lead strategic decisions and ensure service operations align with corporate expectations, while fostering collaboration within the program management community.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Cloud ComputingConsultingCyber SecurityInformation Technology
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provides leadership for strategic decisions in partnership with division and functional senior management related to corporate wide program management initiatives. Works across all Divisions to ensure that resources and objectives are aligned to deliver results
Ensures the appropriate deployment of the Insight tool to allow for automated heatmaps and analysis of performance data across programs tied to metrics aligned with corporate objectives
Encourages technological innovation and process improvement initiatives to enhance quality, cost reduction and customer satisfaction
Maintains up to date knowledge about market trends in methodologies, tools, etc. relevant to the PSC services to ensure the PSC service offerings remain relevant and aligned to current program management practices
Provides leadership in the design, development, validation and oversight of the implementation of enterprise-wide portfolio, program and project management processes, methodologies, standards, tools and training
Facilitates knowledge management and communities of practice among Program / Project Managers
Communicates portfolio, program and project status to key stakeholders, including but not limited to steering committees and senior executives
Effectively brings the appropriate internal and/or external resources together to form an effective and efficient project team
Provides effective project management and leadership to the initiatives within the PSC
Improves strategy execution by ensuring strategic integration with the PM Council
Continues policy standardization & maintenance efforts and support of proposal activities as necessary
Provides support, recommendations, and staffing consultations in targeted areas of expertise (EVMS/Scheduling, project management etc.)
Qualification
Required
10 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required: Yes
BA/BS in Business, IT or equivalent relevant experience
Strong communication skills with a proven ability to understand key concepts and communicate effectively with technical staff, business stakeholders and senior management
Proven ability to build credibility and strong (internal and external) customer relationships as a trusted advisor who understands their business needs and can balance with organizational strategy
Experience as a leader / manager and 10+ years of Information Technology and/or PMO experience
Demonstrated expertise in planning, budgeting and project management. Prior experience in another business function would be a plus
Demonstrated experience in IT-centric services, including infrastructure, software development, and/or data analytics projects using both agile and waterfall methodologies desired
Strong technical skills and demonstrated industry insight
Experience leading a team of service-oriented IT professionals in a complex environment
Ability to collaborate, build relationships and influence individuals at all levels in a matrix-management environment (as well as external vendors and service providers) to ensure that segregation and overlapping roles are identified and coordinated
Ability to demonstrate organizational talent by creating a learning environment that ensures employees realize their highest potential
Seasoned professional able to work calmly under pressure and/or challenging conditions
Very strong communication management; excellent verbal and written skills
Must have executive presence and ability to engage with the very highest level of leadership in the company, including up to and including the President and her team
Strong relationship building abilities
Strong problem-solving skills
Support experience in a complex environment
Excellent crisis management skills
Must embody GDIT core competencies/ leadership values
Location: Hybrid to the Falls Church Headquarters with the expectation to work in the office a minimum of three (3) or more days per week
Security clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages
401K with company match
Variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
Dental plan options
Vision plan
Full flex work weeks where possible
Paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave
Short and long-term disability benefits
Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance
Company
General Dynamics Information Technology
General Dynamics Information Technology is an IT consulting company that specializes in cyber security, AI, and quantum computing. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Paul Nedzbala
Senior Vice President
Ben Buckley
Vice President and General Manager
Recent News
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