IT Project Manager (ITPM) with Security Clearance

Nightwing; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 206,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision & Dental

401(k) plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Holidays & benefits

Job summary

Nightwing is seeking a qualified IT project manager to lead full lifecycle delivery of custom enterprise applications using Java, Spring Boot, and Angular. The role entails coordinating development, modernization, and integration for on‑premises hardware systems, while planning activities, presenting updates, and driving best practices across agile teams.

Candidates should have an active TS/SCI clearance with full‑scope polygraph and a Bachelor’s degree in IT, CS, Engineering, or related

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, CS, Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle delivery of custom enterprise applications.
• Coordinate development, modernization, integration, and sustainment for applications and on‑prem hardware.
• Plan and facilitate program activities and present project updates.
• Identify and promote best practices to streamline workflows and improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with Agile teams to track progress across methodologies.
• Provide guidance to team members aligned to agile initiatives.

Skills

IT project management

Agile / Scrum

Technical writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Java

Spring Boot

Angular

Job description

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers' most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.

Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle delivery of custom enterprise applications using Java, Spring Boot, Angular, and related technologies.
• Coordinate development, modernization, integration, and sustainment efforts for custom applications and on‑premises hardware systems.
• Plan and facilitate program activities, including scheduling meetings, preparing briefings, conducting milestone reviews, and presenting project updates.
• Identify and promote best practices for streamlining workflows, standardizing processes, and improving development efficiency.
• Collaborate with development teams, Scrum Masters, technical leads, and program management to track progress across agile methodologies.
• Provide oversight and guidance to team members aligned to agile initiatives, supporting performance and delivery objectives.
• Document Agile Project Plans, including Milestones, Epics, User Stories, Acceptance Criteria, and impact analysis within enterprise requirements management tools.
• Lead agile ceremonies such as Backlog Refinement, Sprint Planning, Reviews, and Retrospectives, removing roadblocks and maintaining momentum.
• Create and maintain project reporting using enterprise project and requirements management tools.
• Coordinate schedules, documentation, and communications to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• Develop technical documentation related to custom software, integrations, and infrastructure implementations.
• Review and refine functional descriptions, system specifications, technical reports, and other project documentation.
• Compile data, conduct analysis, and prepare informative reports for leadership and stakeholders.
• Assist in preparing management plans and aligning resources to optimize project outcomes.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI clearance with full‑scope polygraph.
• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in a relevant field such as Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Proven experience in IT project management supporting custom software and/or infrastructure development.
• Familiarity with modern web application technologies such as Java, Spring Boot, Angular, and enterprise software development practices.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives within agile environments simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and technical writing skills.
• TS/SCI with Polygraph Required.

Salary & Benefits

The salary associated with this position ($99,000-$206,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate's qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.

• Medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.