IT Project Manager- Federal Civilian

Metaphase Health Research Consulting Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 130,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

MetaPhase is seeking a Technical Project Manager with 8+ years of experience leading complex Federal IT programs and multidisciplinary delivery teams.

The Project Manager will provide hands-on leadership across the sustainment and modernization of USDA’s Integrated Acquisition System (IAS), balancing the operational needs of mission-critical COTS platforms such as Unison PRISM with modern, modular cloud-native software capabilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten (8)+ years of combined experience in technical program management within the Federal contracting environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex Federal IT programs involving both sustainment of enterprise COTS software products and modernization of custom software solutions.
• Experience managing or supporting enterprise COTS platforms, including vendor management, product lifecycle planning, releases, integrations, production operations, and modernization planning.
• Demonstrated experience leading application modernization initiatives using cloud-native technologies, APIs, modular application design, Agile delivery, DevSecOps, CI/CD, automated testing, and iterative product development.
• Strong understanding of program governance, integrated planning, risk and issue management, financial management, performance measurement, contract deliverables, subcontractor management, and executive-level reporting.
• Federal consulting experience with Federal Civilian agencies, preferably supporting senior-level executives, technology leaders, acquisition organizations, or enterprise mission systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to communicate technical, acquisition, operational, financial, and programmatic information to both executive and technical audiences.
• U.S. Citizenship required - NO EXCEPTIONS

Responsibilities

• Lead overall delivery of the IAS program, serving as the primary interface with senior USDA acquisition and technology stakeholders and providing visibility into program performance, priorities, risks, modernization progress, and key decisions.
• Manage day-to-day program operations, including multidisciplinary delivery teams, integrated schedules, contract financials, deliverables, risks, dependencies, subcontractors, performance metrics, and client communications.
• Oversee sustainment and lifecycle management of mission-critical COTS and legacy procurement platforms, including Unison PRISM, Oracle APEX applications, interfaces, reporting services, and workflow utilities, while coordinating vendors and production support.
• Lead modernization of Federal acquisition systems and processes through modular, cloud-native solutions, APIs, automation, modern user experiences, Agile and DevSecOps practices, and iterative delivery approaches.
• Provide technical and program governance across sustainment, modernization, and innovation activities, ensuring accountability for cost, schedule, quality, security, and measurable outcomes while streamlining workflows and improving customer experience.

Skills

Federal contracting

Program governance

Agile delivery

DevSecOps

Cloud-native

Stakeholder management

Executive reporting

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Unison PRISM

Oracle APEX

APIs

CI/CD

Job description

At MetaPhase, we believe Quirky is Cool and being authentic is the only way to be! We take the work we do very seriously and do a lot of important mission-focused work for our clients. We are individuals with different passions and strengths who take as much joy in the work we do as from those we work with. Today, we have a team that is invested in creating new solutions that lean forward, challenge the status quo, but also reflect our intimate knowledge of our customers’ business. Over the years we have fostered a culture in which we are united by shared values—passion, solidarity, generosity, curiosity, and boldness—and these come alive in the work we do and how we do it.

Together, we know our people are our difference for our clients and our colleagues.

Are you ready to:

• Work alongside a dedicated and diverse set of people to offer honest advice and practical guidance to our clients?

• Learn and grow by taking advantage of every opportunity available to you?

• Join a company which prides itself on its shared values and inclusive culture?

• Be the difference and make it happen?

Role Summary

MetaPhase is seeking a Technical Project Manager with 8+ years of experience leading complex Federal IT programs and multidisciplinary delivery teams. The Project Manager will provide hands‑on leadership across the sustainment and modernization of USDA’s Integrated Acquisition System (IAS), balancing the operational needs of mission‑critical Commercial Off‑the‑Shelf (COTS) platforms such as Unison PRISM with the rapid delivery of modern, modular, cloud‑native software capabilities.

The Project Manager will lead a team of consultants, analysts, engineers, product professionals, and subject matter experts responsible for program execution, operational continuity, modernization, and innovation. The ideal candidate brings experience managing enterprise COTS software products, leading custom software modernization initiatives, and supporting Federal acquisition programs and acquisition system modernizations. The Program Manager should understand the intersection of acquisition operations, technology, policy, and business process transformation and be able to translate Federal acquisition mission needs into executable technical roadmaps and modernization initiatives.

The ideal candidate will also bring experience operating within Agile and DevSecOps delivery environments and applying emerging technologies, including generative AI and AI‑enabled development tools, to improve delivery, productivity, and customer outcomes.

What You Will Be Doing

• Lead overall delivery of the USDA Integrated Acquisition System (IAS) program, serving as the primary interface with senior USDA acquisition and technology stakeholders and providing clear visibility into program performance, priorities, risks, modernization progress, and key decisions.

• Manage day‑to‑day program operations, including multidisciplinary delivery teams, integrated schedules, contract financials, deliverables, risks, dependencies, subcontractors, performance metrics, and client communications.

• Oversee the sustainment and lifecycle management of mission‑critical COTS and legacy procurement platforms, including Unison PRISM, Oracle APEX applications, interfaces, reporting services, and workflow utilities, while coordinating vendors, releases, integrations, production support, and operational continuity.

• Lead modernization of Federal acquisition systems and processes through modular, cloud‑native solutions, APIs, automation, modern user experiences, Agile and DevSecOps practices, and iterative delivery approaches that balance modernization objectives with continuity of existing procurement operations.

• Provide technical and program governance across sustainment, modernization, and innovation activities, ensuring delivery teams maintain accountability for cost, schedule, quality, security, and measurable outcomes while proactively identifying opportunities to streamline acquisition workflows, reduce administrative burden and PALT, and improve the customer experience.

What We Need From You (Required)

• Minimum of ten (8)+ years of combined experience in technical program management, project management, product delivery, or enterprise IT delivery within the Federal contracting environment.

• Demonstrated experience managing complex Federal IT programs involving both the sustainment of enterprise COTS software products and the modernization or development of custom software solutions.

• Experience managing or supporting enterprise COTS platforms, including vendor management, product lifecycle planning, releases, integrations, production operations, and modernization planning.

• Demonstrated experience leading application modernization initiatives using modern architectures and delivery practices, including cloud‑native technologies, APIs, modular application design, Agile delivery, DevSecOps, CI/CD, automated testing, and iterative product development.

• Strong understanding of program governance, integrated planning, risk and issue management, financial management, performance measurement, contract deliverables, subcontractor management, and executive‑level reporting.

• Federal consulting experience with Federal Civilian agencies, preferably supporting senior‑level executives, technology leaders, acquisition organizations, or enterprise mission systems.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to communicate technical, acquisition, operational, financial, and programmatic information to both executive and technical audiences.

• U.S. Citizenship required - NO EXCEPTIONS

Work Location

Washington DC Metro area.

Education Level

Minimum Bachelors degree required in a relevant field

Clearance Level

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain USDA suitability.

About MetaPhase

MetaPhase is different with a purpose - demonstrating a new approach to the industry that puts employees and culture first! We continue to be recognized by industry as one of the fastest growing and most impactful consultancies in the nation, and are aggressively hiring to grow our team:

MetaPhase is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other factors protected by federal, state, or local law.