Program Manager - Systems and Network Security

At MetaPhase, we believe Quirky is Cool and being authentic is the only way to be!  We take the work we do very seriously and do a lot of important mission-focused work for our clients. We are individuals with different passions and strengths who take as much joy in the work we do as from those we work with. Today, we have a team that is invested in creating new solutions that lean forward, challenge the status quo, but also reflect our intimate knowledge of our customers’ business. Over the years we have fostered a culture in which we are united by shared values—passion, solidarity, generosity, curiosity, and boldness—and these come alive in the work we do and how we do it.      Together, we know our people are our difference—for our clients and our colleagues.   Are you ready to:

• Work alongside a dedicated and diverse set of people to offer honest advice and practical guidance to our clients?
• Learn and grow by taking advantage of every opportunity available to you?
• Be the difference and make it happen?

Role Summary:
MetaPhase is seeking a Program Manager - Systems and Network Security to lead the delivery of complex IT systems in a federal environment. This role is critical to driving enterprise-level technology programs from concept through deployment. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in program management, user activity monitoring systems, and hands-on leadership that blends mission focus with modern IT best practices. What You Will Be Doing: 

•  Lead end-to-end planning, execution, and oversight of large-scale federal IT programs
•  Direct multidisciplinary teams in the development, integration, and implementation of secure IT systems
•  Oversee the lifecycle of technical programs including architecture, testing, security compliance, and deployment
•  Serve as the primary point of contact for government stakeholders, ensuring alignment with mission goals and contract requirements
•  Manage risk, schedule, performance, and quality to meet project milestones and contractual obligations
•  Ensure successful implementation of user activity monitoring systems and related cybersecurity measures
•  Apply modern program management frameworks and delivery excellence principles in line with MetaPhase standards

What We Need From You (Required Qualifications): 

•  Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical field from an accredited institution
•  Minimum 10 years of experience managing the development and deployment of complex IT systems in a federal environment
•  Proven track record in leading multidisciplinary IT programs with full lifecycle oversight
•  Specific experience integrating and deploying user activity monitoring systems
•  Strong familiarity with IT infrastructure, cloud solutions, and secure system implementation
•  PMP Certification (Project Management Professional)
•  Exceptional client-facing communication and leadership skills
•  U.S. Citizenship required; Must hold an active Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)

Bonus Points (Preferred Qualifications): 

•  Experience managing programs within DHS, DoD, or similarly complex federal agencies
•  Experience as a leader or manager supporting enterprise insider threat programs
•  Familiarity with DevSecOps principles and infrastructure automation (e.g., Terraform, Ansible)
•  Advanced degree (e.g., M.S. in IT Management or Systems Engineering)
•  Agile or SAFe certifications

Work Setup & Travel:
Washington, DC - Onsite
Minimal travel expected

Clearance & Education:
Active Top Secret Clearance with ability to obtain SCI access
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred

About MetaPhase

MetaPhase is different with a purpose - demonstrating a new approach to the industry that puts employees and culture first! We continue to be recognized by industry as one of the fastest growing and most impactful consultancies in the nation, and are aggressively hiring to grow our team: Fastest Growing

• Inc 5000 Fastest Growing Company - 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 
• Washington Technology Fast 50 Award - 2020, 2021
• Financial Times America's Fastest Growing Companies – 2021, 2022, 2023

 Best Places to Work

• Washington Post Top Workplaces – 2022, 2023
• Washington's Business Journal’s Best Places to Work – 2021, 2022
• Virginia Businesses Best Place to Work – 2021, 2022, 2023
• Northern Virginia Technology Council Top 100 Technology Firms – 2020

 Company & Individual Awards

• 2021 Washington Business Journal Small Business – CEO of the Year
• 2021 FedScoop 50 – Industry Leadership Award Nominee
• 2021, 2023 Moxie Award Finalist
• 2022 SECAF Government Contractor Awards ($27.5 to $50 Million in Revenue)
• 2022 FedScoop Best Bosses Finalist – Brett McLaren 
• 2022 Washington Business Journal 40 under 40 –   Brett McLaren
• 2022 FedHealth IT and G2XChange Women in in Leadership Awards – Beth Angerman
• 2022 George Mason University Prominent Patriots in Business – Fred Costa
• 2022 TiE DC Capital ELITE Award
• 2023 Elev8 Engage GovCon Finalist
• 2023 Maryland Tech Council ICON Awards Finalist for Government Contracting Company of the Year: Over $50 Million
• 2023 Greater Washington Government Contractor of the Year ($25 to $75 million) Awards Finalist

 MetaPhase is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other factors protected by federal, state, or local law.