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CELESTAR CORPORATION
Senior Program Manager (CICADAS)
Career Insights for Government / Defense Contracts Manager
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What they do
A Government or Defense Contracts Manager reviews and manages contracts with government or defense agencies. Reviews proposals and contracts to be sure that work is done in compliance with government regulations. Manages contract requirements such as non disclosure agreements and manages the contract change process. Confirms that contract terms have been met before a contract is closed out.
$128,552 / year median in Maryland
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Job Requirements Fort Meade, MD Top Secret/SCI Polygraph Career Level not specified $160,000 - $230,000 Job Description Celestar, a B&A Company, is seeking a Senior Program Manager to support the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) Cyber Intelligence Center Analytic Development and Services (CICADAS) task order. If interested and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding and impactful opportunity.
ANTICIPATED AWARD
December 2026ANTICIPATED START:
December 2026 PERIODOF PERFORMANCE
1 Base Year + 4 Option YearsLOCATION
Fort Meade, Maryland Salary Range:
$160,000-$230,000 annually Actual compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, certifications, security clearance, and contract funding. This position is contingent upon contract award.CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT
Active TS/SCI clearance with a current polygraph; both must have been adjudicated/completed within the past five (5) years.About Us:
Celestar, a B&A Company, offers highly competitive salaries and benefits. Our comprehensive benefits package includes company-paid employee and family dental insurance, employee health insurance, life insurance, and disability coverage. Additionally, we provide a 401(k)-retirement plan with company matching, paid holidays, and personal time off.Responsibilities:
- Manages project operations to ensure production schedules are met, system resources are utilized effectively, and that proper relationships are established between customers.
- Responsible for cost, schedule, performance and risk identification/ mitigation on projects including but not limited to systems, tools, equipment, software, facilities and other activities.
- Coordinates resolutions to production-related problems.
- Provides Project Management/ Supervision and Direction to ensure the successful cost, schedule, and performance of the contract.
- Ensures tasks are received, logged, and assigned to the appropriate sections/ personnel for completion.
- Monitors task progress and ensure tasks will be completed on time and, if necessary, coordinate with the requester for additional time or clarity.
- Responsible for the quality and efficiency of the project to include both technical issues and business processes. Required Qualifications and Skills (Must Be Reflected on Your Resume):
- Minimum 12 years of experience related to the specific labor category with at least a portion of the experience within the last 2 years and a Master's degree -OR-
- Minimum 17 years of experience related to the specific labor category with a Bachelor's degree Come on board with a company that Values its Employees!
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10198617 Apply nowBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health Insurance