IT Program Manager/agile methodologies/cloud projects or legacy system modernization/Federal Client

Softek International Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

DHS/CISA in Arlington, VA is seeking an IT Project Manager for a 1-year on-site assignment. Must be PMP certified and hold an active clearance.

Requires 12 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in IT project management, program management on large-scale systems, and proven DHS delivery. Agile backlog management, API/microservices, and cloud modernization are essential.

Qualifications

• 12 years of relevant experience.
• At least 5 years in IT project management.
• Program management on large-scale system development projects.
• Direct experience leading IT solutions in DHS.
• Experience applying agile methodologies and backlog management.
• Cloud projects or legacy modernization with API integration and microservices.
• On-site in Arlington, VA with PMP/ITIL or Agile certification.
• Knowledge of DHS governance frameworks and cost/schedule reporting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute IT project activities for large DHS programs.
• Lead cross-functional teams across vendors and internal staff.
• Manage backlog, sprint planning, and iterative delivery.
• Oversee cloud/modernization efforts and API/microservices work.
• Ensure compliance with governance frameworks and earned value reporting.

Skills

IT project management

Program management

Agile methodologies

Backlog management

Sprint planning

Delivery execution

Cloud modernization

API integration

Microservices

DHS project experience

Education

PMP certification

Tools

Jira

Confluence

MS Project

SharePoint

Microsoft 365

Job description

This opportunity is with DHS/CISA

1 yrs assignment

Must be on-site in Arlington, VA

Must have PMP certified and active clearance

Job description:

• 12 years of relevant experience
• Of which at least 5 years in IT project management
• Program management experience on large-scale system development projects
• Direct experience leading and executing IT solutions in DHS
• Experience applying agile methodologies (backlog management, sprint planning, iterative delivery)
• Experience with cloud projects or legacy system modernization, including API integration and microservices
• Must be on-site in Arlington, VA
• REQUIRED (SOW): at least one of ITIL (v5), Project Management Professional (PMP), or Agile certification (e.g., Scrum Master)
• Cloud & data platforms (working knowledge): Commercial AWS, Commercial Azure, Databricks (CISA unified data platform)
• Modernization concepts: API integration, microservices, legacy system modernization
• Agile / program management tools: e.g., Jira, Confluence, MS Project, SharePoint, Microsoft 365
• DHS governance frameworks: SELC, EA, CPIC, PPBE, RMF/ATO process
• Financial tracking and reporting tools for cost, schedule, and earned value