Validate and verify that work products and services of team members meet expectations and requirements Review all deliverables and work products before they are delivered to ensure quality and compliance Project Management Ensure, enact, and validate project execution in accordance with Department of Navy requirements and within time constraints Partner with government project managers to ensure all key activities and actions are captured, scheduled, and risks identified and mitigated Prepare project schedules, including resource loading, dependencies, and critical path analysis Monitor progress of tasks and prepare progress reports per CDRL A001 requirements Ensure compliance with all NAVSEA, DON, and DoD cybersecurity policies and procedures Client Communication Communicate effectively with all levels of management both orally and in writing Serve as the principal point of contact between NSWCPD and the contractor team Present program status, challenges, and achievements to government stakeholders Facilitate communication between all RMF stakeholders throughout the process Risk Management Identify, track, and mitigate program and technical risks Ensure all security requirements are being met by the team Oversee plan of action and milestones (POA&M) management and resolution Coordinate responses to cybersecurity findings and incidents Compliance and Reporting Ensure all deliverables comply with contract requirements and applicable government regulations Oversee preparation of all required reports and documentation per contract CDRLs Maintain security clearance and meet all security requirements specified in Section 5 of the PWS Ensure team maintains compliance with security training requirements. Must be a US Citizen Active Secret security clearance Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, communications systems management, or an equivalent science, technology, engineering & mathematics (STEM) degree from an accredited college or university OR Project Management Professional Certification (PMP) Ten (10) years' experience in managing a team in information technology while serving as the overall program manager and primary interface with customers Five (5) years of experience related to information assurance Experience with DoD Information Assessment and Authorization (A&A) process and Risk Management Framework (RMF) Demonstrated leadership abilities and strong communication skills.