David Barker

Senior Program Manager | Technical Program Manager | Director of Operations / PMO | Portfolio & Enterprise Program Delivery

Ogden, Utah, United States

About

Senior Program Manager, Technical Program Manager, and Operations Leader with deep experience delivering large-scale, mission-critical portfolios across defense, government contracting, and enterprise environments. I specialize in end-to-end program and portfolio management—leading cross-functional teams, managing complex stakeholder landscapes, and driving execution across planning, risk, budget, schedule, and delivery. My background includes deputy director–level leadership overseeing multi-contract portfolios, large technical teams, and high-visibility initiatives within highly regulated organizations. While much of my career has been spent in secure and compliance-driven environments, my core strength is program execution and operational leadership—not cybersecurity. I am known for streamlining organizations, improving delivery performance, and bringing structure and clarity to complex problem spaces. Areas of focus include: • Senior & Technical Program Management (TPM) • Portfolio & PMO leadership • Director of Operations–level execution • Cross-functional and matrixed team leadership • Risk, cost, and schedule management • Executive and stakeholder communication I hold an MBA and an active TS clearance with SCI and SAP eligibility. I am open to senior program, technical program, director of operations, or PMO leadership roles across defense, government contracting, and commercial industry.

Experience

  • Lead Acquisition PM SAP-AAA at Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center
    May 2026 - Present · 2 mos

    Serve as the AAA in support of the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC) ICBM Systems Directorate (AFNWC/NI). Serve as a senior level acquisition professional, providing SME support in Acquisition Security and Program Protection activities for large, complex acquisition programs.

  • Mortgage Loan Officer at Augusta Mortgage Co
    Nov 2019 - Present · 6 yrs 8 mos

    Owner and operator of DRB Financial providing Mortgage Loan services under Augusta Mortgage as an MLO NMLS# 1896825. Provide mortgage support to the consumer for Home Purchases, Mortgage refinances, credit repair, Pre-Qualification and Pre-Approvals for Home searching and purchase offerings to the consumer

  • Senior Program Manager / Operations Manager at United States Air Force
    Nov 2024 - May 2026 · 1 yr 7 mos

    Senior Program Manager responsible for operational execution and program delivery of enterprise-scale resiliency initiatives within a highly regulated environment. • Lead cross-functional teams across planning, execution, risk, and delivery for complex, multi-stakeholder programs • Drive schedule, risk, and performance management across high-visibility initiatives • Interface with senior government leadership and external partners on program status and execution strategy • Implement process improvements to improve execution efficiency and organizational alignment

  • PM / Cyber Security Engineer at Applied Research Solutions
    Jun 2023 - Nov 2024 · 1 yr 6 mos

  • Deputy Director / Senior Program Manager (Technical Services & Portfolio Operations) at GMRE, Inc
    Sep 2019 - Jun 2023 · 3 yrs 10 mos

    Deputy Director and Senior Program Manager responsible for portfolio-level execution across multiple technical services contracts supporting large, complex defense programs. Oversaw end-to-end program delivery, operational execution, and cross-functional leadership across engineering, operations, and program management teams. Led a portfolio of 3 major contracts with responsibility for ~69 personnel, including program managers, engineers, and technical staff. Accountable for program performance across cost, schedule, risk, and delivery, while serving as a primary interface with government stakeholders and executive leadership. Drove operational improvements by standardizing program management processes, improving execution discipline, and aligning technical delivery with strategic objectives. Regularly briefed senior government and corporate leadership on program performance, risks, and mitigation strategies.