Highlights
For specific work locations within San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is $0.00- $0.00/ annually: At Viasat, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. The day-to-day: Manage and administer security contracts, including services, construction, and commodities, in support of global operations.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Carlsbad, California |
| Industry | Telecommunications Services |
| Company Size | 2,500 to 4,999 employees |
| Year Founded | 1986 |
| Website | http://www.viasat.com/company/about/about-viasat |
Description
About us:
One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We’re looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.
What you'll do:We are seeking a motivated and experienced Security Contract Program Manager to join our Global Security team. This role is crucial for managing and overseeing security-related contracts, ensuring compliance, and supporting global operations. You will leverage your expertise in contracting, acquisitions, and program management to contribute to the success of our security initiatives.
The day-to-day:- Manage and administer security contracts, including services, construction, and commodities, in support of global operations.
- Advise on the obligation of funds and manage budgets for critical security assets.
- Act as a primary liaison between Viasat’s Security Administration team, Procurement and Contract teams on contracting matters.
- Evaluate the execution of multiple active projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective completion.
- Provide guidance to Security team on effective Responses for Proposal (RFP) to achieve cost savings and optimize resource allocation.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and policies.
- Support Security team’s readiness and contribute to achieving high organizational effectiveness ratings.
- Manage program risks and develop mitigation strategies.
- Proven experience in contracting and acquisitions, with a strong understanding of services, construction, and commodities
- Demonstrated experience in managing significant budgets and funds
- Experience serving as a liaison between diverse stakeholders, including government officials and intra-organization stakeholders
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Proficiency in contract administration and management
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Adaptability and resilience in quickly changing business environment
- Experience in program management and project oversight
- Bachelor's degree in Contract Management, Business Administration or equivalent experience.
- US Government position. US Citizenshup required
- Active DoD Secret Clearance
- Master's degree in Acquisition & Contracting Management is preferred
- Knowledge of security protocols and compliance requirements is a plus
- Relevant certifications such as Certified Federal Contract Manager or Six Sigma Green Belt are desirable
Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click
careers@viasat.com
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About Company
Digital Communication Products for Commercial and Government Markets
Surpassing 2,900 Employees and $1 Billion in Sales
ViaSat produces innovative satellite and other digital communication products that enable fast, secure, and efficient communications to any location. We bring today’s new communication applications to people out of reach of terrestrial networks, in both the commercial and government sectors, with a variety of networking products and services.
Here you’ll find a company that is always asking,” What’s next?”, with the vertically integrated set of technologies to push the limits of what is possible for your system and service performance.
Products:
- Satellite networks for fixed-site and mobile communications
- Satellite antenna systems
- Wireless datalinks and terminals for combat situational awareness
- Cybersecurity and Information Assurance for military networking and encrypted data storage
- Mobile IP networking for soldiers
- Communication microprocessor chipsets
- Application and communication acceleration
- Satellite network and RF system design
- Communication simulation and training systems
Services:
- Global mobile satellite services for government and commercial aircraft, vehicles, and seagoing vessels
- Satellite Internet access and other broadband services for consumers, business, and government customers in the U.S.
With these past awards, ViaSat is well known as a successful, innovative, high-growth company:
- World Technology Network - 2013 Winner, Communications Technology Award for high-capacity satellite system
- Arthur C. Clarke Foundation - Innovator Award, CEO Mark Dankberg
- Edison Awards 2013 - Bronze award for communications innovation
- Popular Science 2012 "Best of What's New" for Exede Internet and high-capacity satellite system
- Satellite Research and Markets - 2012 Visionary Executive of the Year
- Society of Satellite Professionals International (SSPI) - 2012 Industry Innovator
- TechAmerica - 2011 American Technology Award in the Telecommunications
- Space News "Top 50 Space Companies"
- San Diego Magazine "Made In San Diego: 11 Cool Companies"
- Mark Dankberg American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) "2008 Aerospace International Communications Award"
- Hannover Fairs ISCe2004 Satellite Industry Award for Innovation and Technology
- Mark Dankberg Via Satellite “2003 Satellite Executive of the Year”
- Defense Systems "Super 75"
- DefenseNews "Top 100 Defense Contractors"
- DefenseNews "Fast Track 50"
- Washington Technology "Top 100 Federal Prime Contractors"
- Three-time INC. 500 prior to going public in 1996
- See What We Do at ViaSat - an Interactive Graphic
- Read Recent Articles About ViaSat
Surpassing 2,900 Employees and $1 Billion in Sales
The company employs over 2,900 professional and support personnel. The largest department is engineering, with many holding graduate degrees in electrical engineering or computer science. Annual revenues hit a record $1.1 billion during the most recently completed fiscal year (ended March 29, 2013).
HistoryViaSat is part of the well-known Linkabit Corporation “family-tree” that spawned hundreds of San Diego area telecom startups, including Qualcomm, General Instruments, and Titan. Founded in 1986 by three former M/A-Com Linkabit employees, ViaSat is publicly traded on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol VSAT. Go to the History, Timeline or Industry Innovation & Firsts pages for more details.
To find out more about ViaSat, use the links on this page to explore our Web site.
Note: ViaSat Inc. is a separate company from and is not affiliated with Viasat Broadcasting, owned by Modern Times Group, Sweden.
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