Deputy Program Manager - USACIC

Deputy Program Manager

Celestar Corporation is seeking a Deputy Program Manager to support The U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Command (INSCOM) under the United States Army Counterintelligence Command (USACIC) Analytical Support Contract. The primary place of performance will be Fort Meade, MD. If interested and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding and impactful opportunity.

Anticipated Award : April / May 2026

Anticipated Start : May 14, 2026

Period of Performance : 1 Base Year + 4 Option Years

Location : Fort Meade, MD

Clearance Requirement : Active TS / SCI

About Us

Celestar, a proud Veteran-Owned 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

The Deputy Program Manager shall assist the Program Manager in managing 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.

Required Qualifications / Skills

Minimum education and years of experience requirements for the following :

• High School Diploma : 2 years of relevant experience with at least a portion of the experience within the last 2 years
• Associates Degree : 10 years of relevant experience with at least a portion of the experience within the last 2 years
• Bachelors Degree : 8 years of relevant experience with at least a portion of the experience within the last 2 years
• Masters Degree or higher : 6 years of relevant experience with at least a portion of the experience within the last 2 years
• Project Management Professional Certification (PMP) or equivalent
• A Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Intelligence or related field, and
• A minimum of 8 years experience, including the following :
• Minimum 4 years management experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a credentialed CI Special Agent, or intelligence officer.
• Minimum 2 years of staff officer experience supporting an Intelligence organization, to include maintaining accountability of staffing actions, organizing senior-level meetings and briefings, coordinating personnel actions, and disseminating information across the command. Understanding of CI investigations, operations, and intelligence analysis.
• Must possess proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be able to work in a high-operational tempo environment.
• Must be able to work both independently or as a member of a team.
• Must be able to perform other duties, responsibilities and activities as needed.
• Must be willing to undergo and successfully complete a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination with No Deception Indicated (NDI) on a pre-appointment and periodic basis.
• College education cannot be used in lieu of experience.

Come on board with a company that values its employees!

Celestar Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Celestar Corporation prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex (including same-sex); sexual orientation; gender identity; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability or handicap; citizenship status; marital status; service member / protected veteran status; or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.