IT Project Manager (Active TS/SCI Clearance Required) - Sign-On Bonus Up to $5,000

Akima; Hawaii; On-site; USD 130,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

PTO

401(k)

Job summary

Akima Systems Engineering (ASE) in Honolulu, HI seeks a Project Manager to plan and execute IT projects for DoD stakeholders, using PMBOK practices and government coordination.

The role emphasizes POAM and risk planning, schedules, and MSRs, with sign-on bonus eligibility up to $5,000. On-site work with competitive benefits and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility.
• IAW DoD 8570.01-M, IAM II minimum qualifications.
• Must hold ONE of 8570 IAM-II certifications: CAP, CASP+ CE, CISM, CISSP (or Associate), GSLC, CCISO, HCISPP.
• PMP Certification.
• Minimum two (2) years of DoD project management experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication; high-level presentations/briefings.
• Experience with Microsoft Office tools; MS Project for tracking; SharePoint for docs.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain the Plan of Action and Milestones (POAM) for each project and present to government leaders; adapt plans based on feedback.
• Manage project schedules, risk assessment, and documentation through the project lifecycle; prepare decision briefs with COAs.
• Provide Monthly Status Reports (MSR) to COR-appointed Technical Assistant (TA) with status, issues, and solutions.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Team collaboration

Proactive risk management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

PMP Certification

IAM II certifications under DoD 8570.01-M

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Outlook

Microsoft SharePoint

Job description

ASE is looking for a Project Manager to work in Honolulu, HI.

The Project Manager is essential in planning and executing various Information Technology (IT) projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. This role involves close collaboration with government representatives and utilizing established Project Management principles based on the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) best practices.

Exciting Opportunity

Eligible candidates may qualify for a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000, based on qualifications and relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Key responsibilities include creating and maintaining the Plan of Action and Milestones (POAM) for each assigned project, which details goals, objectives, timelines, resources, and constraints. The Project Manager presents these plans to government leaders, adapting them based on feedback to meet evolving needs. Additionally, they are responsible for generating and updating a Project Risk Plan, tracking project progress, and ensuring compliance with security and other project requirements.
• The role demands proactive management of project schedules, risk assessment, and the documentation process throughout the project lifecycle. When necessary, the Project Manager prepares decision briefs for government leaders, outlining emergent issues and potential Courses of Action (COAs), facilitating informed decision-making and project adjustments.
• This position also requires the Project Manager to provide a Monthly Status Report (MSR) to the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR)-appointed Technical Assistant (TA), detailing the status of all projects, identifying emergent issues, and suggesting actionable solutions to ensure project success and alignment with strategic goals.

Qualifications

• Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility.
• IAW DoD 8570.01-M, must meet IAM II minimum qualifications.
• Must possess ONE of the following 8570 IAM-II certifications:
  • CAP (Certified Authorization Professional)
  • CASP+ CE
  • CISM (Certified Information Security Manager)
  • CISSP (or Associate)
  • GSLC (GIAC Security Leadership Certification)
  • CCISO (Certified Chief Information Security Officer)
  • HCISPP (Healthcare Information Security and Privacy Practitioner)
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
• Minimum High School Diploma/GED.
• Minimum two (2) years of work experience in project management within the DoD.
• Strong written/verbal communication skills, including high-level presentations/briefings.
• Experience using Microsoft Office tools (Project, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook). Microsoft Project will be the main tool for tracking projects. Microsoft SharePoint is recommended for keeping all project related documents to share with team members and leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing information technology projects within a Department of Defense environment, supported by a strong technical background and proven project management skills.
• CAPM or PMP Certification
• Experience in a Communications Directorate or Division at the Combatant Command or Theater Service Component Command level.
• Experience as a military staff officer.

Any clearance requirements for this position are established by the government contract.

Job ID

2026-26882

Work Type

On-Site

Pay Range

$130,000 - $165,000

Benefits

Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.

Work Where it Matters

Akima Systems Engineering (ASE), an Akima company, is not just another federal systems support contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At ASE, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders ASE provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers ASE delivers solutions in maritime IT, systems engineering, and integration across the Department of Defense and stands ready to help improve operational performance at a reasonable and sustainable cost.

As an ASE employee you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

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