Groundswell · 8 hours ago
Senior Program Manager
McLean, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$133K/yr - $229K/yr
10+ years expGroundswell is a premier technology integrator committed to solving complex challenges for federal agencies. They are seeking an experienced Senior Program Manager to lead full lifecycle programs involving SAP-based products within defense environments and engage with various stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes.
Software
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead full lifecycle program management for multi-million-dollar DoD-aligned technology initiatives
Direct SAP ERP programs experience across logistics, supply chain, manufacturing, finance, or related domains
Manage planning, budgeting, scheduling, risk mitigation, issue resolution, and status/performance reporting
Oversee requirements analysis, development, integration, testing, UAT, deployment, and sustainment
Serve as the primary customer-facing program manager, clearly explaining technical concepts and product capabilities to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Engage with DoD customers, IT leadership, engineering teams, and vendor partners to maintain alignment and drive successful outcomes
Support change management, communication, and adoption strategies across the program
Operate as a Technical Program Manager with understanding of system architecture, interfaces, data flows, and integration patterns
Provide Product Owner–level leadership for a proprietary SAP-based solution, ensuring alignment with mission needs, compliance, and operational requirements
Drive Business Process Reengineering (BPR) to enhance operational efficiency and user experience as required
Ensure adherence to ITAR, DoD contract guidelines, NIST standards, and all applicable security requirements
Apply formal PMO methodologies including PMP, Agile, and SAP implementation frameworks
Oversee contract compliance, vendor performance, and achievement of KPI/SLA targets
Qualification
Required
10+ years of software development and implementation Program/Project Management experience overseeing complex enterprise IT implementations
Direct DoD contract experience, with strong understanding of government standards, compliance, and governance
Strong experience with SAP (preferably S/4HANA) and associated functional or technical areas
Demonstrated success leading BPR, modernization, and large-scale integration initiatives
Proven ability to explain technical products, architectures, and solution capabilities to diverse audiences
Experience leading cross-functional delivery teams and managing vendors through full lifecycle execution
PMP certification
Location: Must be local to the Washington, DC Metro Area. Will require a minimum of 25% on site at client or Groundswell Headquarters
Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain DoD clearance (active preferred)
Preferred
Experience supporting DoD logistics (preferably US Army), supply chain, manufacturing, or mission-support systems
Active DoD security clearance
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
Flexible Spending Account
4% 401K Match (immediate vesting)
Paid Time Off
Tuition reimbursement, certification programs, and professional development
Flexible work schedule
On-site gym and childcare option
Company
Groundswell
Groundswell delivers digital services that promotes human centered designs and solutions.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
George Batsakis
Chief Executive Officer
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