Program Manager ResponsibilitiesLeading day-to-day software development program operations, maintenance, and modernization of DoD HR systems spanning various technical stacksActing as a liaison to government stakeholders, aligning technical execution with mission priorities and contractual obligationsApplying expertise in IT software development management, predictive project planning, and agile delivery to balance priorities and meet key performance metricsOverseeing and integrating efforts across multiple functional teams within a 150+ person program workforceCoordinating resolution of technical and operational issues, including documenting problems, creating action plans, and facilitating cross-team meetingsIdentifying opportunities for continuous improvement, innovation, and efficiency to meet mission objectives and drive cost savings Program Manager QualificationsBachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, or related discipline10+ years of IT experience, with 5+ years in leadership roles for large IT programs in DoD or other federal sectorsExpertise in leading and integrating diverse software development projects across various technology stacks and platforms using compliance and cybersecurity frameworks within federal government environmentsActive Project Management Professional (PMP) or Program Management Professional (PgMP) certificationCertified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), or comparable Agile certification from a recognized organization (e.g., Scrum Alliance, Scrum.org, SAFe)Proficiency with Jira and Confluence Program Manager Desired QualificationsProven success leading operational teams through modernization efforts using automation, analytics, or AI/ML technologiesExperience implementing continuous improvement strategies and executing corrective actions to meet program goalsExperience managing geographically distributed teams About Joint Strategic Technologies (JST) No objective is beyond reach! Our team includes leading experts from military, government and the private sector, all working together to help federal customers make a difference.