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title: 'Program Manager (App Dev) at AnaVation'
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# Program Manager (App Dev) at AnaVation

- **Company:** AnaVation
- **Location:** Washington, DC
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-05-26
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-07
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/anavationllc/c0a2bbfd-0a71-4b5e-9cd2-574a7f81a455

## 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.

Description of Task to be Performed: AnaVation is seeking a senior-level Program Manager with an active Secret clearance. The ideal candidate will have Federal Program Management experience with teams of at least 20 personnel plus hands-on experience leading Application Development and Modernization activities. This is a full-time position located onsite with our customer in Washington DC.

## What you will be doing

Fully accountable for planning, organizing, and executing all aspects of program scope, schedule, cost, technical, and staffing performance and activities on complex application development contracts to ensure exceptional service delivery Manage subcontractors to ensure their strict adherence to AnaVation and client standards of quality and performance; present a “one team” view to the client Ensure timely, complete, high-quality contract deliverables; ensure SLOs are met or exceeded 100% of the time Interface with client’s senior management personnel, including briefings up to CIO/CISO level Support IT Security Audits including FISMA, FISCAM, IRS, and OIG Leverages industry knowledge, best practices, lessons learned and stakeholder feedback to develop, implement and continuously improve application services Optimize processes to maximize efficiencies within the team and program, including functional integration across task areas and teams Be a positive change agent, both within and outside the organization; propagate our corporate culture throughout the program Lead risk management activities, including identification and recommended mitigations; track and manage risks and issues through closure Build, grow, and develop high-performing teams aligned with the client’s mission and strategy Manage program personnel to include interviewing, hiring, performance evaluations, compensation, and training and development Guide and mentor subordinate managers, team leads, and staff Work closely with the client to function as the single point of contact and accountability, ensuring that all technical work, communications, and decision-making remain aligned, timely, and defensible Serve as Quality Control Manager ensuring all deliverables and assigned tasks meet QASP requirements Must have the ability to work in a dynamic environment and adapt to changing conditions Must possess a high degree of originality, creativity, and initiative requiring minimal supervision

Required Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications (Education/Certications, Experience, etc):

- Bachelor’s Degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Engineering, Business, or related
- 11+ years managing enterprise application development and modernization programs with at least 20 people

Clearance:

- Minimum active Secret clearance; able to obtain and maintain Top Secret

Other Required Skills & Qualifications:

- Active PMP certification
- Experience with and understanding of cybersecurity principles, policies, frameworks, and audits including but not limited to: FISMA, NIST 800-53/57, Zero Trust, OIG, GAO, OMB, etc
- Expert-level command of the English language (oral and written), with experience interacting effectively at the CIO and CISO levels of large organizations
- Expert-level organizational skills and ability to keep a multitude of tasks and projects on track at all times and with minimal supervision

Location:

- Washington, DC with the potential for a hybrid telework schedule upon client approval

Required Qualifications:

- Prior experience as an ISSO/ISSM/ISSE or SCA

## 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. [Lever – AnaVation Job Board](https://jobs.lever.co/anavationllc)

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