Health IT Program Director

Health IT Program Director

Precise is seeking a visionary and accomplished Program Director to lead our federal health IT initiatives, with a strong emphasis on FDA-regulated programs. This role is critical to driving the success of large-scale, complex portfolios by providing strategic leadership, technical depth, and fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate will bring a robust engineering background, deep familiarity with FDA systems and standards, and a proven ability to build high-performing teams and trusted client relationships. Must be USC/GC/EAD with ability to obtain a public trust clearance. Must be available to come into Rockville, MD office 1-2 times a week.

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale federal health IT programs, with a focus on FDA-regulated initiatives.
• Provide technical and management leadership across major project tasks, driving innovation and operational excellence.
• Influence senior stakeholders and present complex technical concepts in a clear and accessible manner.
• Navigate competing priorities and resolve conflicts to maintain alignment and project milestones.
• Direct and mentor large, cross-functional teams with varied technical and functional skill sets.
• Serve as the primary liaison between business stakeholders, technical teams, and federal clients, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee financials, resource allocation, staffing, and vendor coordination to ensure delivery within scope and budget.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with FDA and other federal health agencies.
• Identify and mitigate risks proactively, while championing continuous improvement and process optimization.

• 15+ years of progressive experience in IT program/project management, including 8+ years leading large teams and complex portfolios.
• Extensive experience in FDA-regulated environments.
• Proven success in leading organizational change, adoption of new technologies, and system modernization.
• Prior leadership in Federal Health IT programs with strong financial acumen to manage multimillion-dollar budgets.
• Strong engineering foundation (software, systems, biomedical, or related technical discipline).
• Expertise in Agile methodologies, quality control, and continuous improvement practices.
• Exceptional interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to foster innovation, collaboration, and excellence across teams.
• Deep understanding of regulatory technology, compliance frameworks, and federal acquisition processes.
• Active PMP certification required, demonstrating mastery of project management principles, methodologies, and best practices.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field required.

Precise Software Solutions, Inc., an SBA 8(a) program participant, is an innovative small business with a proven record of delivering quality services and solutions to government organizations. A CMMI Level 3 company, Precise serves as a trusted advisor to senior technology executives, helping government agencies enhance and expand their IT capabilities.

We specialize in strategic consulting, system modernization and integration, and digital transformation.

• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Retirement Plan with 100% Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life, Critical Illness, Accident & Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid Innovation Days
• Employee Referral Program
• Annual Charity Donation Match
• Awards and Recognition

Precise is an equal opportunity employer. The company does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law. We are committed to a workplace of inclusion, equity, and opportunity for all qualified applicants.