Agile Project Manager

Abacus Technology; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Abacus Technology is looking for an Agile Project Manager in Washington, DC, to lead and oversee technical tasks for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This full-time role involves implementing Agile frameworks and facilitating team collaboration.

The right candidate will have over 10 years of project management experience, a relevant bachelor's degree, and a PMP certification. Strong communication and organizational skills, alongside proficiency in FAA multi-system software applications, are required for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in project and IT service management role.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in FAA multi-system software applications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all Agile activities and initiatives.
• Facilitate collaboration between cross‑functional teams.
• Utilize data analytics for strategic decision‑making.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Project management

Communication skills

Data analytics

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

PMP certified

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe

SharePoint

Job description

Job Locations: US-DC-Washington

Overview

Abacus Technology is seeking an Agile Project Manager to lead and oversee technical tasks for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This is a full-time position.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all Agile activities and initiatives, orchestrating IT projects with a focus on agility, collaboration, and iterative delivery.
• Facilitate collaboration between cross‑functional teams, implement Agile frameworks, and foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Establish and maintain shared roadmaps and delivery metrics for leadership visibility.
• Standardize Agile practices and introduce consistent cadences, tools, and reporting methods.
• Coach teams in Agile and DevSecOps best practices to enhance capability development.
• Ensure that IT projects are delivered with speed, flexibility, and alignment to organizational goals, maximizing value and minimizing risks.
• Utilize data analytics and performance metrics for strategic decision‑making and project optimization, while ensuring compliance and alignment with organizational standards and vision.

Qualifications

10+ years experience in project and IT service management role. Bachelor's degree in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, or a related field. Must be PMP certified. Certifications such as SAFe RTE, PMI-ACP, CSP-SM, or equivalent are a plus. Expertise in Agile methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, and scaled frameworks (SAFe, LeSS, or Nexus), combined with experience in DevSecOps practices and tools such as continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD), backlog management, and automated testing. Proven success in leading cross‑team delivery in complex, multi‑application environments, demonstrating strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Experience in technical or managerial business roles related to functional responsibilities, with strong customer service and problem‑solving skills. Able to manage large amounts of complex information, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in high‑volume, high‑stress environments. Skilled in systematic analysis for problem‑solving, showing self‑motivation and capability to work both independently and collaboratively. Proficient in FAA multi‑system software applications including Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, and SharePoint. Strong communication skills, with responsiveness and discretion in handling confidential information. Must be a US citizen.

Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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