Lead Program Control Consultant - Public Sector
Date: Dec 10, 2025
Location: HERNDON, VA, US, 20171
Company: Lumen Technologies
About Lumen
Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications – quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up – committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress.
We’re looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future.
The Role
Location: Herndon, VA
Clearance: Candidate must be a US Citizen and have or be able to obtain a Top Secret/SCI clearance
Lumen is seeking a Lead Program Control Consultant to support our Government Program Control Office. In this key role, you’ll contribute to the financial and operational success of federal programs by supporting pricing strategies, budget planning, and performance analysis.
You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, deliver accurate financial insights, and help drive value for our government customers. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong analytical skills and a passion for supporting mission-driven work.
The Main Responsibilities
•Financial Support & Analysis: Develop cost models, analyze historical and projected data, and support pricing strategies for proposals and contract modifications.
•Team Leadership & Contribution: Collaborate with senior consultants and program managers on large-scale federal programs. Be the subject matter expert (SME), provide training and guidance across functional teams. Manage assigned tasks and contribute to team success. Be accountable to an assigned team, section, unit, function or project.
•Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with Finance, PMO, Contracts, Sales, and Offer Management to support problem-solving efforts and align financial planning with program goals.
•Reporting & Presentations: Prepare and deliver financial reports and presentations for internal stakeholders and support Program Management Reviews (PMRs). Create and submit financial deliverables for government stakeholders, ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
•Customer Value Focus: Identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency and service delivery in support of customer objectives.
•Contract Expertise: Apply working knowledge of federal contract types (FFP, T&M, CPAF, CPFF, hybrid) to ensure accurate financial planning and compliance.
•Compliance & Reporting: Ensure adherence to internal procedures and federal regulations. Provide after-action reports and support audits as needed
What We Look For in a Candidate
•Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field
•Minimum of 7 years experience in program control, financial analysis, or federal contracting
•Professional certifications (CPA, PMP, CPCM) are a plus
•Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Power BI is beneficial
•Experience with SAP and Dassian systems preferred
•Effective communication and presentation skills
•Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail
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Why Lumen?
At Lumen, you’ll be part of a collaborative, mission-focused team where your contributions help shape the success of federal programs. You’ll gain exposure to high-impact projects and have opportunities to grow your expertise in a dynamic and supportive environment.
Compensation
| This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors. Location Based Pay Ranges $91,266 - $121,688 in these states: VA Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have about our bonus structure (short-term incentives, long-term incentives and/or sales compensation) as you move through the selection process. |
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