Join GDIT in supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs through the Network Engineering, Design, Implementation and Infrastructure Support (NEDIIS) program. As the Network Modernization Deputy Program Manager, you will help lead delivery of secure, resilient, and modern IT and telecommunications capabilities across the VA enterprise. This role supports VA OIT in ensuring highquality network services that advance the mission of serving millions of veterans nationwide.

How You Will Make an Impact
Assist the Program Manager with planning, coordinating, and executing multiyear VA network modernization efforts.
Oversee delivery of enterprise network solutions including WAN/LAN modernization, SDWAN, VoIP/SIP, wireless/5G, and infrastructure optimization.
Ensure program performance meets contractual requirements, SLAs, KPIs, and VA acquisition standards.
Support program documentation, deliverables, work plans, transition activities, and IPT engagement.
Coordinate network architecture, Gateway/TIC design, configuration, implementation, and technical refreshes.
Provide Tier IV escalation for complex telecom and IT operational issues.
Maintain strong communication and alignment with VA stakeholders, PMO staff, and crossfunctional technical teams.
Identify risks, manage trends, oversee reporting requirements, and support issue resolution.
Evaluate emerging technologies, vendor solutions, and modernization opportunities.

Mentor staff and contribute to workforce development and process improvement efforts.

What Youll Need to Succeed
Bachelors degree in Telecommunications, Computer Science, or IT (or equivalent experience).

An active PMP certification
5+ years of telecom/IT operations management experience delivering secure enterprise voice, video, data, and messaging services.
Significant experience supporting large federal agency enterprisescale infrastructure programs.
Ability to support 247365 operations and major incident escalations.
Strong understanding of federal compliance frameworks: FISMA, RMF, NIST 80053, TIC 3.0, STIG, and ATO processes.
Experience with SDWAN, TIC Gateways, WAN/MPLS, provisioning, and modernization activities.
Ability to lead crossfunctional technical teams and manage multivendor/SIAM environments.
Strong communication skills and experience coordinating with CORs, COs, PMOs, SMEs, and technical leads.
Experience developing contractually required reports and supporting IPTs/working groups.

Desired Certifications
CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE
SDWAN certifications
Network+

Security & Work Location
Must be able to obtain a Public Trust
Hybrid position based out of NW DC or Martinsburg, WV (requires weekly onsite attendance at one of these locations).
No visa sponsorship available.

Why GDIT
Missionfocused culture supporting those who serve.
AIpowered career growth tools and robust internal mobility.
Competitive pay, benefits, 401K match, and comprehensive wellness programs.
A collaborative, innovative, militaryfriendly workplace.

Security Clearance Level: Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance. Must meet Tier 2 Tier 4 background investigation requirements.
Visa Sponsorship: Will Not Be Provided For This Position
Location: Hybrid, based out of Martinsburg, WV or Austin, TX.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

• At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities

• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals

• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, competitive pay and paid time off

• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY:
Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and youll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.