Hybrid Senior Program Manager – Intelligent Automation

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About the role

  • Senior Program Manager leading implementation of AI automation for federal financial systems. Overseeing teams and ensuring effective integration of technology solutions in complex environments.

Responsibilities

  • Groundswell is seeking a Senior Program Manager with deep federal automation expertise to lead the implementation and expansion of our proprietary AI enabled audit facilitation platform.
  • Lead a team of 15+ in the end-to-end implementation of an AI enabled audit automation suite across federal organizations with the ability to lead multiple teams as we add additional customers.
  • Translate automation and AI capabilities such as document retrieval, sample response automation, workflow optimization, and predictive analytics into clear mission value for financial management, audit, and IT stakeholders.
  • Serve as the central liaison between product engineering, federal leadership, and cybersecurity or IT counterparts.
  • Manage program scope, milestones, risks, dependencies, and multi-year schedules for a high visibility audit transformation program.
  • Oversee integration of intelligent automations with federal financial systems, systems of record, audit repositories, and workflow tools.
  • Guide architectural discussions around API connectivity, data governance, secure orchestration, and systemic controls that support enterprise scale automation.
  • Shape the roadmap for future platform capabilities, including automation centers of excellence, global deployments, and optimized audit response tooling.
  • Drive continuous process improvement to ensure high accuracy, reduced audit response time, and measurable operational savings.
  • Build trusted relationships with Comptroller organizations, Fourth Estate leadership, financial managers, and technical teams.
  • Deliver recurring cost, schedule, and scope reporting and ensure program alignment with government objectives.
  • Champion user adoption, training, and organizational readiness tied to automation and AI driven enhancements.
  • Present automation strategies and outcomes to senior federal audiences to foster enterprise level adoption.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 10 years' work experience in a technology related field
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA) or master's degree in another relevant subject area
  • Demonstrated experience managing, developing, and deploying federal automations, preferably across DoD, OSD, or Fourth Estate organizations.
  • Hands on or oversight experience with automation platforms such as UiPath and familiarity with Python, PL SQL, VB.NET, and financial system interfaces.
  • Deep understanding of the federal audit process, audit sample retrieval, and financial system data flows.
  • Experience coordinating with IT, cybersecurity, data governance, and enterprise architecture teams.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a TS SCI clearance.
  • Local to the DC metro area; onsite support 3-4 days per week.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • 4% 401K Match (immediate vesting)
  • Paid Time Off
  • Tuition reimbursement, certification programs, and professional development
  • Flexible work schedule
  • On-site gym and childcare option

Job title

Senior Program Manager – Intelligent Automation

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

$133,407 - $229,455 per year

Degree requirement

Postgraduate Degree

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