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Job Title: Cybersecurity Deputy Program Manager Top Secret
Company Name: General Dynamics IT
Location: Herndon, VA
Position Type: Full Time
Post Date: 05/11/2026
Expire Date: 06/18/2026
Job Categories: Engineering, Information Technology
Job Description
Cybersecurity Deputy Program Manager Top Secret
The Deputy Program Manager (DPM) supports the Program Manager in the leadership, execution, and oversight of a large government cybersecurity program. The DPM assists in ensuring all contractual, operational, and mission objectives are met by overseeing daytoday operations, coordinating with technical and support teams, and ensuring highquality delivery of cyber defense services. The DPM serves as the PMs principal delegate, providing continuity of leadership and ensuring teams remain aligned with mission needs, performance standards, and program goals. Key Responsibilities Leadership and Program ExecutionSupport the Program Manager in the overall management, direction, and operational oversight of all activities.Ensure teams understand and execute tasks aligned with the customer mission to stop cyber threats, harden the terrain, and drive toward a safer ecosystem.Oversee teams performing work related to cyber defense planning, publicprivate coordination, capability assessments, asset response activities, threat hunting, and adversary activity analysis.Assist in ensuring all activities adhere to the NIST Incident Response Lifecycle, NIST SP 80061r2, the Risk Management Framework (RMF), and Cybersecurity Incident & Vulnerability Response Playbooks. Stakeholder EngagementOversee teams that coordinate communications with contracting officers, CORs, and Government mission partners, ensuring accuracy, quality, and contract alignment.Oversee teams engaging internal and external partners such as CI, SLTT, and FCEB organizations to support cyber defensive operations.Oversee teams preparing and delivering program reports, risks, milestones, and operational updates for PM and seniorlevel review. Mission and Operational AlignmentOversee teams responsible for executing threat hunting, intelligence analysis, vulnerability identification, crisis support activities, and defensive planning.Ensure teams deliver operational outcomes aligned with mission goals, including improved cyber resilience, intelligence delivery, unified cyber defense posture, OT defense strengthening, and prioritypartner mobilization.Oversee teams supporting modernization of cyber infrastructure, enhanced crisisresponse capabilities, and integrated missionaligned cyber defense operations. Resource and Performance ManagementSupport the PM by overseeing staffing and workforce management teams responsible for recruiting, aligning, training, and sustaining a missionready workforce.Oversee teams responsible for performance measurement, quality assurance, metrics tracking, and deliverable compliance.Oversee risk management and operational support teams identifying risks, resolving issues, and ensuring efficient program execution. Strategic Planning and Continuous ImprovementSupport PMled strategic planning activities by overseeing teams conducting analyses, planning sessions, and capability alignment assessments.Oversee process improvement teams using datadriven methods to enhance efficiency, mission effectiveness, and program outcomes.Oversee teams supporting wholeofgovernment threat hunting initiatives and coordination of national cybersecurity campaigns. Required QualificationsExperience supporting management of large, complex cyber or IT programs for Federal Government customers.Demonstrated ability to oversee multidisciplinary technical teams performing cyber defense, incident response, threat intelligence, or vulnerability management activities.Understanding of NIST SP 80061r2, RMF, and federal cyber incident response frameworks.Strong communication, teamcoordination, and organizational skills.Ability to support program performance oversight, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.Ten (10) years of overall cybersecurity program management experience Preferred QualificationsExperience supporting CISA, DHS, or other national cyber mission environments.Background supporting SLTT, CI, and federal civilian cybersecurity organizations.Relevant cybersecurity or program management certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, PMP, CGRC).Experience supporting crisis operations, threat hunting programs, or cyber defense planning functions.GDIT IS YOUR PLACE401K: With company match.Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health and wellness packages.Career Growth: Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career.Professional Development: Growth opportunities including paid education and certifications.Innovative Tech: Access to cutting-edge technology to stay ahead of the mission.Work-Life Balance: Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays.
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