IT Project Manager (Clearance Required)

Connsci; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Connsci is seeking an IT Project Manager to support a federal program and provide cradle-to-the-grave project management for developing and implementing IT solutions aligned with the agency's mission. You will manage budgets, schedules, and scope, and develop project documents that capture objectives, technologies, systems, information specifications, timelines, funding, and staffing.

This role requires collaboration with government points of contact to conduct PMRs, gather requirements, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT or related field; relevant experience may substitute.
• 5+ years leading IT projects.
• 3+ years Agile/Scrum, requirements gathering, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning.
• 2+ years Azure DevOps and security clearance (Secret or higher).

Responsibilities

• Manage IT projects to ensure adherence to budget, schedule, and scope.
• Develop, maintain, and revise project documents including objectives, technologies, and timelines.
• Conduct monthly PMR with government POCs and determine content.
• Liaise between ITD and external customers on technical aspects of IT projects.
• Establish and implement project communication plans and provide status updates.

Skills

Agile/Scrum PM

Requirements gathering

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/IS

Tools

Azure DevOps

Job description

Connsci is seeking an IT Project Manager to support one of our federal programs. This individual will utilize industry standards, frameworks, and methodologies to provide cradle-to-the-grave project management support for developing and implementing IT solutions to support the agency's mission. In this role you can expect to:

• Manage assigned IT projects to ensure adherence to the project's budget, schedule, and scope.
• Develop, maintain, and revise project documents for assigned projects, including project objectives, technologies, systems, information specifications, timelines, funding, and staffing.
• Conduct monthly Program Management Review (PMR) with the government POCs. Work with Gov POCs to determine PMR content.
• Implement IT strategies that deliver projects that support the agency's goals and objectives.
• Serve as liaison between the Information Technology Division (ITD) and external customers on technical aspects of assigned IT and IT support projects.
• Establish and implement project communication plans, providing status during all project phases.
• Collect, analyze, and summarize information and trends to prepare project status reports. Facilitate requirements gathering sessions to ensure technical and functional requirements are clearly defined, documented, and understood.
• Perform analysis on emerging application enhancements as a benefit to the business models.
• Conduct stakeholder interviews, workshops, and surveys to gather and document detailed business requirements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize requirements based on business needs and constraints.
• Develop test plans and test cases to ensure that the developed solutions meet business requirements.
• Analyze current business processes to identify areas of improvement or opportunities for automation.
• Provide input and best practice recommendations to current and future policies and procedures as needed or requested.
• Conduct internal technical reviews to improve performance, support, and technical enhancements.
• Assist with management and oversight of assigned IT programs.
• Create interpersonal communications, questionnaires, and presentation techniques to collect qualitative information from customers, peers, and management.
• Develop, update, and modify SOW & PWS (statements of work/performance work specifications) for contracts involving IT & communications systems, services, and service support.
• Research and evaluate new and emerging IT technology and present senior leaders with strengths, opportunities, weaknesses, and threats in decision-making.
• Recommend adjustments/modifications to current and future IT project priorities to meet changing business needs, program plans, goals, and objectives. Develop project plans to meet those needs by identifying core problem areas and providing possible solutions and alternatives.
• Assist in developing and sustaining the IT Project Management SharePoint Portal, the IT Strategic Project Roadmap, and the long-range project planning calendar.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, information systems, or a related field. Relevant experience may be considered in place of a degree.
• At least 5 years of experience directly leading IT projects.
• At least 3 years of experience with: Agile/Scrum Project Management Methodology, Requirements Gathering, Stakeholder Engagement, and Strategic Planning.
• At least 2 years of experience with Azure DevOps.
• Current Secret, Top Secret, DOE Q, or Public Trust High Risk Tier 4 clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification, Agile PMP Certification, or equivalent level certification.
• Experience serving as a Business Analyst (BA).
• Business Process Modeling/Reengineering.
• Process/Workflow Development and Process improvements.

Location

This role requires onsite presence during an initial ramp up period (usually 60 days) and then allows for primarily remote work. However, occasional onsite attendance may still be required for meetings, coordination activities, and other Government-directed work. The office location is in Washington, DC and is Metro and rail accessible.

About Connsci

At Connsci, our mission is to be a trusted strategic partner for our clients, helping them achieve impactful results by addressing mission-critical issues that affect their bottom line. We recognize the importance of customizing our services to best fit our clients' needs and understanding what it takes to propel their organizations forward. By implementing industry-leading best practices and leveraging our multifaceted experience and expertise, we deliver services that are essential for any organization aiming to reach its goals.

What You Can Expect

• Collaboration and Innovation: Work in an environment where collaboration and innovation are key. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to projects that make a real difference for our clients.
• Professional Growth: Be part of a team that values professional development. We offer opportunities for growth and advancement, allowing you to enhance your skills and career.
• Impactful Work: Engage in meaningful work that addresses mission-critical issues and supports organizations in achieving their goals.

By joining Connsci, you'll become part of a dedicated team that is committed to delivering strategic, impactful solutions tailored to our clients' unique needs, enabling them to achieve their goals with confidence and efficiency. If you're passionate about cybersecurity and IT services, and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, we encourage you to explore opportunities with us.

At this time, Connsci will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Connsci is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Connsci makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.