OV-PMA-001 Program Manager

Provides leadership, management, direction, or development and advocacy so the organization may effectively conduct cybersecurity work.

Applies knowledge of data, information, processes, organizational interactions, skills, and analytical expertise, as well as systems, networks, and information exchange capabilities to manage acquisition programs. Executes duties governing hardware, software, and information system acquisition programs and other program management policies. Provides direct support for acquisitions that use information technology (IT)(including National Security Systems), applying IT-related laws and policies, and provides IT-related guidance throughout the total acquisition life cycle.

Leads, coordinates, communicates, integrates, and is accountable for the overall success of the program, ensuring alignment with agency or enterprise priorities.

Knowledges 26

Code	Description	Work Roles
K0001	Knowledge of computer networking concepts and protocols, and network security methodologies.	52
K0002	Knowledge of risk management processes (e.g., methods for assessing and mitigating risk).	52
K0003	Knowledge of laws, regulations, policies, and ethics as they relate to cybersecurity and privacy.	52
K0004	Knowledge of cybersecurity and privacy principles.	52
K0005	Knowledge of cyber threats and vulnerabilities.	52
K0006	Knowledge of specific operational impacts of cybersecurity lapses.	52
K0047	Knowledge of information technology (IT) architectural concepts and frameworks.	4
K0048	Knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements.	8
K0072	Knowledge of resource management principles and techniques.	7
K0090	Knowledge of system life cycle management principles, including software security and usability.	10
K0101	Knowledge of the organization’s enterprise information technology (IT) goals and objectives.	8
K0120	Knowledge of how information needs and collection requirements are translated, tracked, and prioritized across the extended enterprise.	6
K0126	Knowledge of Supply Chain Risk Management Practices (NIST SP 800-161)	14
K0146	Knowledge of the organization's core business/mission processes.	10
K0148	Knowledge of import/export control regulations and responsible agencies for the purposes of reducing supply chain risk.	4
K0154	Knowledge of supply chain risk management standards, processes, and practices.	7
K0164	Knowledge of functionality, quality, and security requirements and how these will apply to specific items of supply (i.e., elements and processes).	4
K0165	Knowledge of risk/threat assessment.	5
K0169	Knowledge of information technology (IT) supply chain security and supply chain risk management policies, requirements, and procedures.	14
K0194	Knowledge of Cloud-based knowledge management technologies and concepts related to security, governance, procurement, and administration.	5
K0196	Knowledge of Import/Export Regulations related to cryptography and other security technologies.	3
K0198	Knowledge of organizational process improvement concepts and process maturity models (e.g., Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) for Development, CMMI for Services, and CMMI for Acquisitions).	6
K0200	Knowledge of service management concepts for networks and related standards (e.g., Information Technology Infrastructure Library, current version [ITIL]).	11
K0235	Knowledge of how to leverage research and development centers, think tanks, academic research, and industry systems.	5
K0257	Knowledge of information technology (IT) acquisition/procurement requirements.	5
K0270	Knowledge of the acquisition/procurement life cycle process.	5

Skills 2

Code	Description	Work Roles
S0038	Skill in identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.	5
S0372	Skill to translate, track, and prioritize information needs and intelligence collection requirements across the extended enterprise.	5

Abilities 4

Code	Description	Work Roles
A0009	Ability to apply supply chain risk management standards.	3
A0039	Ability to oversee the development and update of the life cycle cost estimate.	4
A0045	Ability to evaluate/ensure the trustworthiness of the supplier and/or product.	3
A0056	Ability to ensure security practices are followed throughout the acquisition process.	6

Tasks 21

Code	Description	Work Roles
T0273	Develop and document supply chain risks for critical system elements, as appropriate.	4
T0277	Ensure that all acquisitions, procurements, and outsourcing efforts address information security requirements consistent with organization goals.	6
T0302	Develop contract language to ensure supply chain, system, network, and operational security are met.	3
T0340	Act as a primary stakeholder in the underlying information technology (IT) operational processes and functions that support the service, provide direction and monitor all significant activities so the service is delivered successfully.	3
T0354	Coordinate and manage the overall service provided to a customer end-to-end.	3
T0377	Gather feedback on customer satisfaction and internal service performance to foster continual improvement.	4
T0379	Manage the internal relationship with information technology (IT) process owners supporting the service, assisting with the definition and agreement of Operating Level Agreements (OLAs).	2
T0407	Participate in the acquisition process as necessary.	2
T0412	Conduct import/export reviews for acquiring systems and software.	4
T0414	Develop supply chain, system, network, performance, and cybersecurity requirements.	3
T0415	Ensure that supply chain, system, network, performance, and cybersecurity requirements are included in contract language and delivered.	4
T0481	Identify and address cyber workforce planning and management issues (e.g. recruitment, retention, and training).	3
T0493	Lead and oversee budget, staffing, and contracting.	4
T0551	Draft and publish supply chain security and risk management documents.	4
T0066	Develop and maintain strategic plans.	3
T0072	Develop methods to monitor and measure risk, compliance, and assurance efforts.	4
T0174	Perform needs analysis to determine opportunities for new and improved business process solutions.	4
T0199	Provide enterprise cybersecurity and supply chain risk management guidance for development of the Continuity of Operations Plans.	3
T0220	Resolve conflicts in laws, regulations, policies, standards, or procedures.	6
T0223	Review or conduct audits of information technology (IT) programs and projects.	5
T0256	Evaluate the effectiveness of procurement function in addressing information security requirements and supply chain risks through procurement activities and recommend improvements.	5