NIH NIAID Software Development Project Manager (Agile, DevOps)

ECS Limited; Virginia Beach (VA); Remote; USD 115,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Project Manager to lead cloud migration and modernization efforts. This role requires expertise in Agile methodologies and DevOps practices, ensuring successful delivery of software applications to stakeholders. You will manage multiple cross-functional teams, analyze complex projects, and foster collaboration to align business objectives with project goals. If you have a strong background in project management and cloud technologies, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of project management experience with a focus on Agile methodologies.
• Experience with cloud technologies and managing cloud migration projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare schedules and manage cloud migration for NIAID software applications.
• Lead cross-functional teams in delivering IT services and Agile methodologies.

Skills

Agile Project Management

DevOps Practices

Business Process Analysis

Organizational Change Management

Risk Assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

PMP Certification

Tools

AWS Cloud

Azure

CI/CD Tools

Job description

ECS is seeking an experienced NIH NIAID Enabling and Advancing Technologies (NEAT) Project Manager (Agile, DevOps) to work remotely, supporting cloud-related application and infrastructure migration and modernization efforts. The role involves ensuring successful planning and CI/CD delivery of software applications and products to business stakeholders. You will lead multiple cross-functional teams delivering DevOps, Business Process Analysis, and Organizational Change Management IT services.

Please Note : This position is contingent upon [contract win].

Project Management :

• Prepare cloud migration and modernization schedules with milestones to deliver CI/CD pipelines for all NIAID software applications.
• Manage finances and burn rates for the team and augment staff as needed.
• Analyze complex, multi-task projects, assess risks, and mitigate potential issues to ensure project success.
• Prepare and present HHS Enterprise Performance Life Cycle (EPLC) stage gate deliverables and presentations to review boards.
• Ensure Agile teams follow web and mobile UI/UX industry best practices, standards, and lessons learned.

Agile Delivery :

• Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Manage Agile artifacts, including user stories, backlogs, and sprint plans.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and Scrum Masters to align projects with business objectives.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Participate in reviews throughout the development cycle.
• Assist stakeholders with cost-benefit analyses of migration options (on-premises vs. cloud).
• Support cloud application and infrastructure modernization efforts at NIAID.
• Conduct market research on cloud platforms and tools.
• Lead proof-of-concept and pilot projects to evaluate migration and modernization approaches.

Salary Range : $115,000-$155,000

Benefits :

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• Active Public Trust or higher security clearance.
• Minimum 6 years of project management experience, including 5+ years in Agile .NET implementations.
• Experience managing projects with AWS Cloud or other cloud technologies such as Azure is highly desired.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification.
• Willingness to travel within the Washington DC Metro Area and CONUS as needed.