--- title: 'Program Director at AnaVation' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/program-director-anavation-reston-d9ef4b5qskkk' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-14' --- # Program Director at AnaVation - **Company:** AnaVation - **Location:** Reston, VA - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2026-08-14 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-14 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/anavationllc/592b8ec5-5790-4078-9fd4-0cde81a84057 ## Job description Be Challenged and Make a Difference In a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe if we invest in great people, then great things will happen. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture. Required Qualifications: - Clearance: Top Secret SCI, Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph - Education: Bachelor’s Degree - Certifications: PMP certification - Location: 100% on-site position in Reston, VA. - Experience: - 10-12 years experience in management, project management, or customer-facing leadership roles in support of one or more Intelligence Community or Department of Defense agencies. - Experience briefing to senior Government Leadership. - Experience as a manager supervisor, including recruiting, performance reviews, retention, and career path/promotions. - Experience with Government contract financial reporting (customer and contractor internal). - Experience for concurrent project delivery, performance, and reporting. - Willingness to be proposal key bid Program Manager for future IC Account programs. - Experience overseeing timesheet review, approval, and guidance. - Experience managing individual and program performance standards. - Experience with technical project planning, estimating, and scheduling. Preferred Qualifications: - Desired Education: Master’s Degree with 10 years of experience - Desired Certifications: Active DoD 8570 IAT - Desired Experience: - Experience supporting IC, DoD, or similar Cyber Missions. - Understanding of organization and brings established relationships/reputation with DIA and ODNI. - Experience with Government contract deliverables and CPARS. ## Benefits Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents 100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents 100% company paid long-term and short-term disability insurance 100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents 401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting Competitive Pay Generous paid leave and holiday package Tuition and training reimbursement Life and AD&D Insurance ## About AnaVation AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top-notch work environment, and a world-class, collaborative team. If you want to grow your career and make a difference while doing it, AnaVation is the perfect fit for you! AnaVation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. ## About AnaVation ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: AnaVation is a leading provider of investigative and intelligence collection, cloud and big data, and full spectrum cyber solutions to the U.S. federal government. - **Entity Type**: Private (Partnership) - **Headquarters**: Chantilly, Virginia, United States - **Founded**: 2013 - **Founders**: Charles Quillin (CEO) and Todd Graham (Co-Founder & Partner, Law Enforcement) ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: IT Services and IT Consulting, Cybersecurity, Cloud & Big Data, Intelligence - **Target customers**: U.S. federal government (civilian, defense, and intelligence communities) - **Mission or purpose statement**: "AnaVation will provide innovative solutions to our customers, a culture that engages our employees, and unmatched value to both." ## Products & Services AnaVation delivers mission-critical services and solutions, primarily to the government, organized around key technical domains: - **Investigative & Intelligence Collection**: Analytical and processing services for mission support. - **Cloud & Big Data**: Engineering and architecture for secure cloud migration, data processing, and analytics. - **Full Spectrum Cyber**: Offensive and defensive cybersecurity, including architecture, engineering, and operations. - **Software & Systems Engineering**: Development of custom applications, systems integration, and lifecycle management. ## Market Standing - **Valuation**: Not disclosed (Private company) - **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue estimated between **$5M–$25M**. - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Profile as a trusted partner to the U.S. federal government; partnership structure owned by founders/partners. - **Growth Signals**: - Headcount of approx. 151 employees (+4.4% YoY). - 2,432 LinkedIn followers (+20.1% yearly growth). - Named a **Washington Business Journal Best Places to Work winner for 11 consecutive years (2016–2026)**. - Strong talent pipeline from top defense contractors (Booz Allen Hamilton, Peraton, Leidos) and universities (George Mason University, University of Maryland). ## Competitive Advantages - **Deep Government Focus**: Specialized expertise in the "hard problems" of national security, intelligence, and defense. - "**Idea of the Possible**" Culture: Emphasizes high-trust relationships, innovation, and solving complex technical challenges for customers. - **Employee-Centric Model**: Founders focus on "taking care of employees and customers" as a core business philosophy. - **Long-Term Stability**: A proven track record over a decade, with consistent recognition as a top workplace. ## Strategic Focus - **Mission Success**: Continuously investing in "Innovation" and "Service Excellence" to solve customer challenges. - **Workforce Development**: Prioritizing employee growth, technical skill development, and certifications. - **Expanding Technical Capabilities**: Seeking talent in AI, cybersecurity, cloud engineering, and software development to meet evolving national security needs. ## Why Work Here - **Culture & Values**: Rated 4.6/5.0 on employer review sites (Work-Life: 4.7, Culture: 4.7). The culture is described as collaborative, mission-driven, and supportive. - **Work from Home / Remote**: Many roles are listed as **Full Time On-site** (e.g., Chantilly, VA; Huntsville, AL; Linthicum Heights, MD), with some **Hybrid** options available. - **Notable Perks**: - Generous company-funded medical coverage (100% dental and vision for employees and families). - 401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting. - Paid training and certifications ("Life Long Learning"). - Career development programs and recognition (kudos, rewards, bonuses). - **Engineering Culture**: Focus on solving "hard problems" with a stimulating environment, time, and tools for excellence. ## Sources 1. [anavationllc.com - About](https://anavationllc.com/about/) 2. [anavationllc.com - Life at AnaVation](https://anavationllc.com/life-anavation/) 3. [anavationllc.com - Careers](https://anavationllc.com/careers/) 4. [LinkedIn – AnaVation LLC](https://linkedin.com/company/anavation-llc) 5. 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