IT Project Manager

Socket.dev; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

ValidaTek seeks a Project Manager to support planning, coordination, and execution of IT projects for a DISA program. You will work with program leadership, technical teams, and government stakeholders to ensure on-time, on-scope delivery compliant with contract requirements.

Requirements include active DoD Secret clearance, a relevant bachelor's degree, and 3+ years of PM experience, preferably in federal IT.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business, IT, Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of PM/coordination experience, preferably DoD/DISA or federal IT programs.
• Experience coordinating schedules, risks, issues, and stakeholders.
• Proficient with Agile, Waterfall, ITSM, and ITIL methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute IT projects in a DoD/DISA environment.
• Track activities, deliverables, schedules, and KPIs across teams.
• Maintain logs, status reports, and risk/issue trackers.
• Prepare updates, dashboards, and briefings for reviews.
• Support hybrid project management and collaboration across functions.

Skills

Project management

Agile methodologies

Waterfall

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in PM/IT/Engineering

Tools

ServiceNow

Jira

Confluence

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Overview:

At ValidaTek, we modernize and optimize IT services to solve some of the most critical challenges facing federal civilian and defense agencies. From customers to partners to top-talent employees, ValidaTek puts people first, empowering them to exceed expectations and transform government organizations. Our employees are building purpose-driven careers, not just filling jobs. We bring together people with many different perspectives, experiences, and talents to drive innovation and achieve more together than we can individually.Our commitment to quality and performance optimization is the reason why our IT Service Projects and New Development Projects have been appraised at CMMI Maturity Level 5, positioning us as one of a handful of elite companies to receive the highest form of third-party validation. www.validatek.com

Summary:

We are seeking a Project Manager to support the planning, coordination, and execution of IT projects and program requirements in support of a Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) program. The Project Manager will work closely with program leadership, technical teams, and Government stakeholders to help ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within scope, and in accordance with contract and customer requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Support the planning, coordination, and execution of IT projects and program activities in a DoD/DISA environment.
• Coordinate with technical teams, program leadership, and Government stakeholders to track project activities and deliverables.
• Maintain project schedules, action item logs, status reports, risk and issue trackers, and other project documentation.
• Monitor project progress against established schedules, milestones, SLAs, KPIs, and contract requirements.
• Identify project risks, issues, and dependencies and escalate concerns to program leadership as appropriate.
• Assist with resource planning, staffing coordination, task assignments, and project workload tracking.
• Facilitate project meetings, document meeting outcomes, and track action items through completion.
• Prepare project updates, dashboards, briefings, and other materials for internal and customer reviews.
• Support Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid project management activities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate with technical and functional teams supporting infrastructure, cybersecurity, network, systems, applications, and IT service management activities.
• Assist with process improvement initiatives designed to improve project execution, service delivery, and operational efficiency.
• Work with corporate functions such as Contracts, Finance, Security, Recruiting, and Human Resources as needed to support program requirements.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and ensure deliverables are completed in accordance with established requirements and procedures.
• Support proposal activities, contract modifications, transition efforts, and other project initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Active DoD Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of project management, project coordination, or related IT experience, preferably supporting DoD, DISA, or federal IT programs.
• Experience coordinating projects, schedules, deliverables, risks, issues, and customer requirements.
• Ability to work effectively with technical teams, program leadership, and Government customers.
• Familiarity with Agile, Waterfall, ITSM, and/or ITIL methodologies.
• Strong written, verbal, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management or collaboration tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PMP certification or progress toward PMP certification.
• Prior experience supporting DoD, DISA, or federal IT programs.
• ITIL certification.
• Experience with ServiceNow, Jira, Confluence, or similar platforms.
• Experience working with geographically dispersed teams.
• Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity, RMF, DoD 8140/8570, and security compliance requirements.
• Experience preparing project schedules, status reports, dashboards, and customer briefings.

Salary Disclosure:

Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location, contract affordability, internal equity, education, and certifications. The upper end of the salary range may be reserved for individuals who have demonstrated tenure with the company, seniority, and proven excellent performance. This includes factors such as education, certifications, and extensive/unique experience beyond what is required.

EEO Statement:

ValidaTek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to verify authorization to work in the United States. Offers of employment will be contingent upon passing a post-offer background check.