Training Manager - Herndon, VA

Training Program Manager - Three Rivers Contract

Location: Based in Chantilly, VA, with regular travel to Aerospace Data Facility sites in Virginia (weekly), Colorado, and New Mexico (at least quarterly), as well as to training facilities.

Clearance Requirement: Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI-CI Poly

The Program Training Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining a world-class training program that ensures all Security Protective Officers (SPOs) across the Three Rivers contract are fully trained, certified, and qualified in accordance with government contract requirements and federal/state regulatory standards. This role serves as the central authority on training and compliance for both prime and subcontracted personnel across multiple sites.

The Training Manager is also expected to support tactical training initiatives and contribute to enterprise-wide training strategy development. As the #3 leadership position on the program, this individual is expected to operate with authority, sound judgment, and initiative, supporting overall program operations and representing program leadership when needed. A strong, professional relationship with the customer is essential, as this role regularly interacts with client stakeholders to align training efforts with contract expectations and evolving mission needs.

• Develop, maintain, and implement the Government-approved Contractor Training Plan.
• Create and maintain a master training calendar and enterprise-wide training tracking system.
• Standardize training delivery across all locations in VA, CO, and NM.
• Conduct bi-weekly coordination meetings with Site Managers and the Government COTR.
• Participate in quarterly Program Management Reviews with corporate and government stakeholders.
• Remain actively engaged in all matters related to program training, compliance, and certification, ensuring the Program Manager and Deputy Program Manager are consistently informed and consulted on all relevant developments, issues, and updates.

• Develop training syllabi and maintain instructional materials for various certifications and courses including Commonwealth of Virginia - State of New Mexico armed security requirements, AHA, Emergency Response Teams, etc.

• Serve as a backup instructor when needed across all qualified training areas.
• Support site‑specific training efforts by ensuring Post Orders, alarm response, and emergency drills are well‑documented and practiced monthly.

• Conduct regular audits of training centers, individual training records, firearms inventory logs, course rosters, and sign‑in sheets.

• Manage new hire onboarding, certifications, firearms training, and monthly training schedules.
• Coordinate with external vendors to organize specialized programs (e.g., ERT academies, TI simulator).

• Provide leadership in the development of a cohesive training strategy aligned with mission readiness and officer development.
• Submit purchase order requisitions for any training related purchases.

• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI‑CI Poly (required).
• 5+ years of recent, relevant experience in training within law enforcement, military, or private security services.
• Certified instructor in First Aid, CPR, AED, Firearms, Defensive Tactics, Baton, OC Spray.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and training documentation systems.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and compliance auditing skills.

• Heavy work:
  Exerting up to 200 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Must have visual and audio acuity to operate motor vehicles or heavy equipment, machines such as fire equipment and apparatuses, firearms and clearing barrels.
• Subject to hazards including a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.
• May be required to…