Job description
Who is Forcepoint?
Forcepoint simplifies security for global businesses and governments. Forcepoint’s all-in-one, truly cloud-native platform makes it easy to adopt Zero Trust and prevent the theft or loss of sensitive data and intellectual property no matter where people are working. 20+ years in business. 2.7k employees. 150 countries. 11k+ customers. 300+ patents. If our mission excites you, you’re in the right place; we want you to bring your own energy to help us create a safer world. All we’re missing is you!
Title: Principal Program Manager
Job Description Summary
Forcepoint is seeking a qualified Senior Program Manager responsible for managing an Insider Threat business area to include multiple program managers and engineers. This manager will work closely with stakeholders across the organization to deliver on-time and high-quality software products that align with business goals. Will support the company’s strategy to develop an improved project management process and implement the tactics associated with that philosophy and vision. Will serve as liaison between Customers and Engineering and be experienced in managing all aspects of project planning, execution, funding, and customer satisfaction. Will work with senior leadership to develop integrated strategy for business area.
Responsibilities Include:
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Direct Insider Threat business area to include successful program execution and business area growth.
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Responsible for managing revenue forecast for business area.
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Maintain staffing targets driven by program requirements, minimize attrition, and follow-through during the hiring & onboarding process.
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Proactively align organizational structure with business and sales pipeline requirements.
Required Skills & Experience:
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Minimum of eight years of experience in project management is required.
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Must have an active (currently in use) TS/SCI security clearance.
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Must reside in the National Capital Region within Maryland, Washington D.C. or Virginia.
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This position will require access to information that is subject to the U.S International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The applicant must have the ability to obtain the appropriate work authorizations that may be required under U.S. ITAR or EAR regulations from the applicable U.S government agency.
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Project Management experience must include using planning and scheduling tools.
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Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
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Must be capable of leading and successfully working with individuals from different disciplines and experience levels.
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Qualified applicants may be subject to a security investigation and must meet minimum qualifications for access to classified information.
Desired Skills:
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Experience working on government contracts preferred.
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PMP certification is desired.
Educational Requirement:
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Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Information Systems Management, or other related field is required. Equivalent experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
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Experience working on government contracts preferred.
Don’t meet every single qualification? Studies show people are hesitant to apply if they don’t meet all requirements listed in a job posting. Forcepoint is focused on building an inclusive and diverse workplace – so if there is something slightly different about your previous experience, but it otherwise aligns and you’re excited about this role, we encourage you to apply. You could be a great candidate for this or other roles on our team.
The policy of Forcepoint is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status and to affirmatively seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity.
Forcepoint is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Company’s career webpage as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to
HumanResources@forcepoint.com
Forcepoint is a Federal Contractor. Certain positions with Forcepoint require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.
Applicants must have the right to work in the location to which you have applied.
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