1624 - Communications (IT) Project Manager

Sigma Defense Systems LLC; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 100,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental and Vision Insurance

Medical Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Matching

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Educational Assistance

Job summary

A defense contracting company is looking for a Project Manager to lead IT Communications initiatives. This role requires 10-15 years of DoD Network Engineering experience and the ability to translate technical concepts for government stakeholders. Key responsibilities include managing IT communications upgrades and ensuring compliance with federal standards. The position offers a salary range of $100,000 - $142,000 annually along with various benefits including medical and dental insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in DoD Network Engineering.
• 8-10 years in advising DoD communications projects.
• Ability to manage and prioritize tasks for optimum productivity.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Act as point of contact between SIGMA Defense and government leadership.
• Develop and maintain critical project artifacts.
• Lead technical communications infrastructure improvements.
• Direct IT communication upgrade lifecycle.
• Provide project continuity for the Sigma Defense team.

Skills

DoD Network Engineering

Advising DoD communications projects

Project management tools proficiency

Leadership and decision-making skills

Technical communication

Understanding of network security best practices

Strong experience using Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Some college coursework in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Overview

Sigma Defense is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex IT Communications initiatives within a government contracting environment. This role will serve as the primary bridge between technical engineering teams and government stakeholders, ensuring that mission-critical communication systems are delivered on time, within budget, and in full compliance with federal security standards. The hired candidate will be experienced with working in Secure facilities and have a keen understanding of ICD705 and related requirements.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled: Sigma Defense Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Requirements

• At least 10-15 years of experience in DoD Network Engineering
• 8-10 years of experience in advising DoD communications projects
• Ability to translate highly technical engineering concepts into executive-level briefings for government stakeholders
• Expert in using project management tools to track milestones, manage budgets, and mitigate risks in a contract-driven environment
• Capable of leading cross-functional teams including software engineers, systems architects, and cybersecurity specialists
• Demonstrates a deep understanding of mission-critical communication systems, such as Tactical Data Links, SATCOM, or C5ISR initiatives
• Comprehensive understanding of federal regulations, including NIST security frameworks and the FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation)
• Ability to manage and prioritize tasks to ensure optimum productivity
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and decision-making skills
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with managers, supervisors, peers, and customers
• Ability to quickly grasp and implement technical concepts
• An understanding of network security best practices
• Ability to work independently with little to no supervision on assigned tasks
• Strong experience using Microsoft Office Suite
• Must be a U.S. citizen

Education Requirements

• At least some college coursework at an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Technology, Project Management, or related field of study.

Personnel Clearance Level

• Candidate must possess or have the ability to obtain an active TS/SCI security clearance or higher.
• Clearance may be sponsored for the right candidate

Essential Job Duties (not all-inclusive)

• Act as the primary point of contact between SIGMA Defense and government leadership for IT solution delivery
• Develop and maintain critical project artifacts, including documents and historical trackers
• Lead specific technical communications infrastructure improvements
• Direct the full lifecycle of IT communication upgrades, including planning, scheduling, and monitoring
• Provide dedicated project continuity for the Sigma Defense team embedded within the group
• Liaison with NSA personnel on the activation and funding of VoIP, dVTC, and sVTC devices
• Liaison with communications on the creation of network accounts and ensure compliancy standards are maintained
• Responsible for deploying and tracking sustainment and maintenance Voice-over-IP (VoIP) telephones, Desktop Video Teleconference (dVTC), and Studio Video Tele Conference (sVTC) devices
• Must be able to learn new systems as well when talking about switches and firewalls

Salary Range

$100,000 - $142,000 annually.

Benefits

• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Medical Insurance to Include HSA, FSA, and DFSA Plans
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• 160 Hours of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 12 (Floating) Holidays
• Educational Assistance
• Highly Competitive Salary