Deputy Program Manager - Space Support

Responsibilities Peraton is seeking incumbent and external qualified Deputy Program Manager candidates to support North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) Cheyene Mountain Complex (NCMC) – Integrated Tactical Warning/Attack Assessment (NCMC-ITW/AA) and Space Support Contract III (NISSC III).  Please note that this is contingent upon contract award, with an anticipated decision expected by summer 2026   Qualified candidates will help operate, maintain, and sustain critical national mission systems to deliver resilient strategic threat warning and space capabilities as part of a world-wide architecture, providing strategic warning that our nation depends on during a conflict. This program will provide an opportunity to exploit the capabilities inherent in our diverse national systems to better meet the needs of the national command authority and warfighters to detect, track, and respond to strategic threats through 2030 and beyond.  Responsibilities   Support the Program Manager in execution of a large-scale, mission-critical program supporting NORAD strategic warning and space operations   Oversee day-to-day program operations across OM&S, engineering, cybersecurity, and sustainment activities   Ensure 24×7 operational performance and mission readiness across distributed teams and systems   Coordinate execution across functional leads, subcontractors, and mission stakeholders   Assist with program financial management including staffing plans, forecasting, and cost control   Drive task execution, performance tracking, and delivery against SLAs and KPIs   Support transition activities including program stand-up, staffing ramp, and knowledge transfer   Identify operational risks and support mitigation strategies across program execution   Ensure adherence to cybersecurity, RMF, and classified systems compliance requirements   Support customer engagement activities including PMRs, status reporting, and briefings   Act on behalf of the Program Manager as required   Qualifications Required Qualifications   Active DoD Top Secret clearance required; ability to obtain SCI access required   12+ years of relevant experience 6–8+ years of experience supporting DoD programs in a leadership role   Experience supporting operations, maintenance, and sustainment (OM&S) programs   Experience supporting space, missile warning, C2, ISR, or similar mission environments   Proven ability to support execution in a 24×7 operational environment   Experience with program coordination, reporting, and operational oversight   Familiarity with subcontractor coordination and multi-team environments   Experience working within classified systems and secure mission environments  Must be able to work in office or at a Customer location 4 days per week  Up to 20-25% travel may be required for this position   Desired Qualifications   PMP or DAWIA certification, or working toward certification   Prior experience supporting NISSC I/II, ITW/AA, or Cheyenne Mountain Complex programs   Experience with space domain awareness or missile warning systems   Familiarity with DevSecOps or modern mission system environments   Background in RMF, NIST, and cybersecurity compliance frameworks  Peraton Overview Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure. Target Salary Range $135,000 - $216,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. EEO EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.