Schedules Manager Top Secret Clearance | Norfolk, VA

Schedules Manager – Top Secret Clearance | Norfolk, VA 

Cambridge International Systems, Inc. 

Join a dynamic global team united by shared values: commitment, integrity, and perseverance. At Cambridge, you’ll work alongside top talent worldwide, tackling some of today’s most complex and critical challenges in defense and security. 

We are currently seeking a Schedules Manager to support operations in Norfolk, VA. This is a full-time, CONUS position requiring an active DoD Top Secret clearance.  

This position is contingent upon contract award with an expected award date of March 2026. 

What You’ll Do 

As a Schedules Manager, you will play a critical role in coordinating and maintaining accurate program schedules to ensure timely delivery of mission-critical projects, that serve U.S. government missions.  You will: 

• Support program execution by maintaining and updating project schedules in coordination with engineering, operations, and project management teams. 

• Track key milestones, dependencies, and deliverables to help ensure projects remain on schedule. 

• Facilitate regular schedule reviews with project stakeholders to capture updates, risks, and changes. 

• Assist in identifying scheduling conflicts and support efforts to deconflict tasks across teams and sites. 

• Maintain scheduling tools, trackers, and reports to provide visibility into progress and upcoming activities. 

• Prepare routine schedule status updates, briefings, and documentation for internal leadership and customers. 

• Support basic schedule change documentation, version control, and coordination with program management. 

• Gain working knowledge of project workflows, DevSecOps environments, and customer operations to support continuous process improvement. 

• Provide administrative and coordination support during proposal efforts or critical project timelines as needed. 

What You’ll Bring 

Required Qualifications: 

• Education & Experience:  

  • BS + 5 years of experience in scheduling, project coordination, operations planning, or a related role within government, defense, or regulated environments.  
  • Experience using scheduling or project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or similar platforms. 

• Certifications: 

  • Must have a current and active DoD Top Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain a SCI.  

  • Proficient with modern IT tools and infrastructure technologies 

Preferred (Nice to Have): 

• Familiarity with Agile, DevSecOps, or engineering project environments. 

• Experience supporting integrated schedules or multiple concurrent projects. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. 

Travel & Passport 

• Some overnight stays possible.  

Work Environment 

• Compliance with vaccination and medical requirements for TDY/OCONUS roles as per Vaccine Recommendations by AOR | Health.mil. 

Office setting: 

• Primarily an office-based role in Norfolk, VA 

• Standard desk/computer work with flexibility for walking and movement on site 

• Must be able to work in an office environment, sitting at a desk, looking at a computer for most of the workday. 

• Work is physically comfortable; the employee has discretion about sitting, walking, standing, etc. 

• May be required to travel short distances to offices/conference rooms and buildings on site.   

Background & Security 

• Employment is contingent upon successful background investigation 

• Drug screening may be required for federal contract compliance 

Benefits & Perks 

We believe in investing in our team—both professionally and personally: 

• Medical, dental, vision, life, accident, and critical illness insurance 

• 401(k) immediate vesting and match 

• Paid time off and company holidays 

• Generous tuition & training support 

• Relocation assistance 

• Sign-on and performance-based bonuses 

• Employee referral program 

• Access to Tickets at Work, EAP, wellness initiatives, and more 

Join Us 

If you're driven by mission, technology, and teamwork—we want to hear from you. Cambridge is growing, and this position is just one of many opportunities on our global team. Know someone perfect for the role? Referrals are welcome—both employees and non-employees may qualify for a bonus. 

Apply today and help shape the future of secure cloud computing for national security. 

About Cambridge International Systems 

At Cambridge, innovation grows through diversity. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment for all. Learn more at www.cbridgeinc.com.