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# Technical Program Manager

- **Company:** Peraton Inc
- **Location:** Herndon, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $104,000.0 - $166,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Agile Methodology, Information Technology Operations, Scrum Methodology, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Information Technology
- **Published:** September 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/18194037?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F18194037%2FTechnical-Program-Manager-Virginia-Herndon

## About the Role

* Minimum 10 years of experience, may have supervisory or lead experience
 * 6+ years of experience managing IT programs and/or application development projects
 * 3+ years of experience in a customer-facing role, with direct interaction with external clients or stakeholders
 * Demonstrated experience managing multiple concurrent technical projects in a fast-paced environment
 * Experience leading cross-functional or matrixed teams (developers, engineers, analysts)
 * Strong presentation and communication skills, with the ability to effectively brief senior leadership and customers
 * Experience with project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid)
 * Proven ability to manage schedules, deliverables, and performance in alignment with contract requirements
 * U.S. Citizenship required, * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field
 * Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent
 * Experience supporting public sector, first responder, law enforcement, or emergency management programs
 * Familiarity with product management and solution delivery, including experience positioning or implementing platforms such as Command Point, ViewPoint mapping, automatic vehicle routing, 911 Web, CAD to CAD integration, etc.
 * Experience identifying and supporting follow-on business or growth opportunities within existing programs
 * Background in application development, systems integration, or IT operations environments
 * Experience developing Statements of Work (SOWs), Basis of Estimates (BOEs), and managing project financials
 * Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence customer priorities and drive adoption of technical solutions

## Description

Peraton is seeking a highly capable and customer-focused Technical Program Manager to support the First Responder Solutions program. This role is ideal for a dynamic leader who excels in a client-facing environment, drives technology delivery, and identifies opportunities to expand solution offerings-such as Command Point and other enhanced products-within the customer space., Serve as the primary customer interface, partnering closely to define requirements, priorities, and opportunities to introduce enhanced products and capabilities (e.g., Command Point).

 * Lead and manage multiple small to mid-sized technical projects across application development and operations environments.
 * Elicit and translate customer requirements into clear, actionable user stories and backlog priorities, and communicate them to the SCRUM team-comprised of software developers, product owners, and product managers-to drive effective sprint execution and delivery.
 * Own all aspects of project execution, from concept through implementation, including scope definition, scheduling, resource planning, and delivery oversight.
 * Prepare and deliver executive-level briefings, presentations, and periodic status reports to both internal leadership and customer stakeholders.
 * Ensure all contract deliverables are completed in accordance with requirements, quality standards, and company policies.
 * Oversee technical direction across the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including design, development, testing, and deployment.
 * Manage project risks, issues, and dependencies, ensuring timely resolution and communication to stakeholders.
 * Support business development efforts by identifying follow-on opportunities and contributing to solution positioning and customer engagement strategies.


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