Senior Technical Program Manager

ASSYST is a trusted provider of secure, mission-aligned IT services to the Department of Defense (DoD), with a proven track record of delivering innovative solutions that empower service members, military families, and defense communities. With deep expertise spanning cybersecurity, cloud enablement, DevSecOps, AI/ML, and C4ISR integration, we help defense organizations modernize their digital environments and advance mission effectiveness.
Our capabilities include secure data exchange, identity and access management, compliance automation, and resilient system modernization—aligned with key DoD frameworks including RMF 2.0, CMMC, and Zero Trust. As a CMMI Level 3 DEV/SVC, ISO 27001, ISO 20000, ISO 9001, and CMMC-RPO certified small business with over 30 years of experience, ASSYST consistently delivers scalable, agile, and cyber-resilient solutions across the Defense enterprise.
In 2024, ASSYST was recognized as a winner of the GSA AI Hackathon for our AI-powered solution that improves public access to government websites—demonstrating our leadership in secure, responsible, and user-centered AI innovation.
ASSYST is actively identifying qualified candidates for a potential upcoming opportunity in support of the DoD Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Military Community & Family Policy (DASD MC&FP).
This program is expected to focus on digital modernization, outreach platforms, and enterprise services that enhance support for military families and stakeholders worldwide. We are seeking professionals across program management, communications strategy, data analytics, cybersecurity, and IT operations to join our team and be considered for roles contingent upon award.

Be part of a mission that matters—where innovation meets impact for those who serve.

The Senior Technical Project Manager will l provide day-to-day oversight of all IT and cybersecurity contract support personnel, Task 3 performance, and IT and cybersecurity program support services.

 Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, information systems, or a related field.
• A minimum of eight years of experience in planning, directing, and managing complex IT projects and operations of a nature similar in size and scope as referenced under this TO.
• Possess one of the following certifications: Global Security Leadership Certification (GSLC), Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Systems Manager (CISM), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
•  Possess a minimum of a favorably adjudicated Tier 5 investigation.

It is desired that the ST PM has the following qualifications:

• Possess a current PMI PMP certification or DAWIA Level III Program Management.
• A minimum of eight years of experience in leading projects involving compliance with the DoD CC SRG and the DoD RMF (e.g., DoDI 8510.01).
• A minimum of eight years of experience in Change Management and quality assurance concepts and guidelines, such as AGILE, IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL),
• the Software Engineering Institute (SEI) Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI), Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK).

ASSYST is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, national origin or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law