IT Project Manager

Talentify; Quantico (VA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

ValidaTek is seeking an IT Project Manager to lead the planning, management, execution, and delivery of IT projects supporting federal civilian and defense objectives. This role requires coordinating cross-functional teams, managing budgets and schedules, and briefing senior leaders while ensuring cybersecurity compliance.

Minimum five years of IT project management experience, a TS/SCI eligibility, PMP certification, and strong communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business, Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of five (5) years of IT project management experience leading both complex and small IT projects.
• Active Top Secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility
• PMP certification required.
• Experience with project planning, scheduling, budgeting, resource management, quality management, and risk management.
• Strong leadership, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience briefing senior leadership.
• Understanding of cybersecurity requirements and their impact on project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and execute IT projects of varying size.
• Develop and maintain project artifacts including charters, schedules, plans, dashboards, and requirements documentation.
• Monitor project performance, risks, issues, budgets, and resource utilization.
• Coordinate activities among technical teams, business stakeholders, and project resources.
• Brief senior leadership on project status, risks, milestones, and key decisions.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and cybersecurity requirements.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Recommend IT strategies, policies, and process improvements based on organizational needs and emerging trends.
• Lead project meetings, facilitate communication, and drive successful project outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Risk management

Project management

Cybersecurity awareness

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Equivalent experience

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:

The IT Project Manager is responsible for the planning, management, execution, and delivery of IT projects supporting organizational and mission objectives. This role leads project teams, manages resources, schedules, budgets, risks, and stakeholder communications, while ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, manage, and execute small to large-scale IT projects.
• Develop and maintain project artifacts including project charters, schedules, plans, dashboards, and requirements documentation.
• Monitor project performance, risks, issues, budgets, and resource utilization.
• Coordinate activities among technical teams, business stakeholders, and project resources.
• Brief senior leadership on project status, risks, milestones, and key decisions.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and cybersecurity requirements.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Recommend IT strategies, policies, and process improvements based on organizational needs and emerging trends.
• Lead project meetings, facilitate communication, and drive successful project outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business, Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of five (5) years of IT project management experience leading both complex and small IT projects.
• Active Top Secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification required.
• Experience with project planning, scheduling, budgeting, resource management, quality management, and risk management.
• Strong leadership, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience briefing senior leadership.
• Understanding of cybersecurity requirements and their impact on project delivery.

Preferred Skills:

• Technical management and IT systems understanding.
• Strategic planning and decision-making capabilities.
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and multiple concurrent projects.
• Ability to analyze organizational needs and translate them into actionable project plans.

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.

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

Bachelors

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

PMP

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