Program Manager

CenCore is seeking a Project Manager to support secure government operations in Arlington, VA. This position will initially and primarily assist with Alarm Monitoring at the Pentagon, while also supporting broader cross-program coordination needs, including GEO SPI as a key secondary program, as the employee is cross-trained across multiple CenCore programs over the course of their employment. The ideal candidate is organized, mission-focused, and able to coordinate operational priorities, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and adapt to evolving program requirements in a secure environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support project management and operational coordination for secure government programs, with an initial focus on Alarm Monitoring at the Pentagon.
• Coordinate with CenCore leadership, customer representatives, site personnel, and internal teams to support day-to-day program needs and mission continuity.
• Assist with alarm monitoring workflows, reporting, issue tracking, communications, and related operational documentation.
• Participate in cross-training across additional programs, including GEO SPI, to build familiarity with CenCore processes, customer requirements, and operational support expectations.
• Track program milestones, tasks, deliverables, risks, and follow-up items to ensure timely completion and clear accountability.
• Prepare and maintain clear reports, logs, meeting notes, status updates, and other documentation as required.
• Support process improvement efforts by identifying gaps, communicating concerns, and helping implement practical solutions.
• Maintain professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail while working in secure government environments.

Required Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required; must provide a valid U.S. Passport Book or Passport Card.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• 3+ years of project management, program coordination, operations support, or similar experience, preferably in government, defense, security, or mission-focused environments.
• Experience supporting alarm monitoring, security operations, command center operations, dispatch, emergency communications, or related operational environments preferred.
• Ability to learn and support multiple programs, processes, systems, and customer requirements through structured cross-training.
• Ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders, manage competing priorities, and communicate clearly with customers, contractors, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and common project tracking, reporting, communication, and documentation tools.
• Strong documentation, reporting, issue tracking, and follow-up skills.
• Ability to travel up to 10% as needed based on program requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Security Management, Criminal Justice, or a related field.
• PMP, CAPM, or related project management certification.
• Prior experience supporting government contracts, defense customers, secure facilities, or cleared operational environments.
• Experience with alarm monitoring systems, emergency response procedures, incident documentation, or security operations center support.
• Experience coordinating across multiple programs, teams, customers, or operational workstreams, including secondary program support such as GEO SPI.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in secure government facility and operational support environments.
• Ability to work on-site in Arlington, VA, including support connected to Pentagon alarm monitoring operations.
• Ability to follow all site access, safety, security, confidentiality, and customer procedures.
• Ability to review documentation, participate in meetings, provide status updates, and communicate clearly with internal and customer stakeholders.
• Schedule and travel requirements may vary based on program requirements, customer needs, and operational priorities.

Company Overview

At CenCore Group, we deliver security solutions that support critical national security missions. CenCore specializes in designing, building, securing, and maintaining advanced technology and security-focused environments at the intersection of emerging technology and national security.

We are seeking motivated, qualified professionals who can help us support secure infrastructure, advanced engineering, secure manufacturing, technical security, and mission-focused customer requirements.

CenCore Group is an equal opportunity employer. We hire based on merit and qualifications and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. If you meet the qualifications for this role and are ready to support secure government operations and national security-focused environments, we encourage you to apply.