Senior Program Manager

Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Summary

Battelle is seeking a Senior Program Manager for our Cyber Business Line. The position location is at our Chantilly, VA office with flexibility to work from our Columbus, OH or Huntsville, AL offices. Strong candidates in other locations will be considered; frequent travel to Chantilly, VA, Huntsville, AL, and Columbus, OH, may be necessary. This position reports to the Cyber Enterprise Assurance Division Manager.

As a Senior Program Manager, you are responsible for capturing and executing $100M+ contracts across the federal and commercial markets. You are also a key manager for coaching and mentoring the Cyber Business Line on shaping, structural, organizational, and partnership requirements to win $100M+, $500M+, and $1B+ contract awards.

Responsibilities
Proven track record in successfully capturing $100M+ opportunities for federal contracts AND developing the teams and processes to grow capture excellence.
Expertise in managing $100M+ programs according to federal requirements and at “exceptional” levels of program execution.
Expertise in technology development, cyber, R&D, and/or digital technology transformation.
Experience working with the federal government and with digital technology/operations.
Proven ability to take complex technical and scientific concepts and turn them into clear and concise verbal and written forms.
Demonstrated understanding of capture processes to win new business including: the gate review process; developing a capture strategy; planning capture milestones, managing a capture team, ensuring the capture is executed on schedule and budget, identifying and bringing on partners and teammates, and identifying/mitigating risks to the capture.
For proposal efforts, ensure timely development and delivery of compliant, responsive, innovative and integrated technical solutions and management approaches that are competitive, cost effective, and vetted with the customer prior to RFP release.
Passion and drive to constantly need to improve your skill set
Excellent communication skills both oral and written and with all levels of management
Ability to speak to customers at varying levels of technical knowledge and explain mission value of products and services
Ability to work individually and in small fast-paced team environments
Key Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Technical field; at least 12 years of experience demonstrating progressive responsibility in business development, program management or technical management; or an equivalent combination of education and or experience in a related field.
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
Active Secret clearance with willingness to obtain a TS/SCI clearance
Preferred Qualifications
Strong knowledge of Cyber concepts, technologies, and use cases, specifically utilizing new or cutting-edge cyber technology.
Master’s Degree or higher, preferably in technical discipline or similar professional experience.
Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility.

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life
We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
Better together: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.
Flexible work arrangements: You have options for where you work and when you work.

A Work Environment Where You Succeed
For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.

You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:

Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
Collaborate with world-class experts in an inclusive environment
Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
Give back to and improve our communities

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols

Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).

Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.

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