Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; Cocoa (FL); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a skilled Project Manager for remote portfolio management support in NASA's innovative enterprise multimedia project. This role requires extensive experience in project management, strong analytical skills, and the ability to train others, ensuring compliance with best practices. Candidates should hold a BA/BS in a relevant field and a PMP certification to excel in this dynamic role.

Qualifications

• 6+ years project management experience.
• 3-5 years portfolio management experience with strong analytic skills.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with database analytics and maintain Digital Solution Portfolio.
• Develop and maintain IT Project Portfolio policy and process.
• Support governing boards to ensure portfolio outcomes align with NASA's IT Strategic Plan.

Skills

Analytic skills

Training

Project Planning

Education

BA/BS in Project Management

BA/BS in Communications

BA/BS in Business Administration

BA/BS in IT-related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

SharePoint

Box

Job description

ARES is seeking a Project Manager to provide remote portfolio management support for the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) in support of the NASA Enterprise Multimedia and Integrated Technical Services (eMITS) contract. eMITS is the Agency’s enterprise-level contract creating and delivering multimedia and technical communications through the use of the internet, digital platforms, and IT management for NASA’s Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) and Office of Communications (OCOMM). From photographing rocket launches and recoveries, to producing engaging videos, to information technology management, to using social media to share NASA’s message, eMITS integrates services for NASA IT and provides NASA’s communication to the outside world. Come join us in support of NASA’s mission to inspire the world through information and discovery.

JOB DESCRIPTION / FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position will include but not be limited to the following activities:

1. Assist with performing database analytics and maintaining Digital Solution Portfolio as part of the Agency Roadmap Manager (ARM).
2. Perform analytics to identify opportunities for digital transformation and collaboration within OCIO orgs and across the Agency.
3. Assist in developing a continuous improvement process for the Digital Transformation’s Digital Solution Portfolio.
4. Assist with developing and maintaining IT Project Portfolio policy and process.
5. Implement and ensure compliance with project portfolio management best practices across OCIO.
6. Provide portfolio management training, including workshops and materials, requiring expertise in PowerPoint and Mural.
7. Establish, assess, and report portfolio management metrics using NASA tools.
8. Support working groups, boards, and meetings to promote portfolio management best practices, including reviewing documents and providing recommendations.
9. Assist with data gathering for monthly/quarterly/annual reviews using the OCIO PPM Toolset.
10. Review policies and processes for impacts on portfolio management.
11. Develop and maintain portfolio management Configuration Item (CI) templates and perform quality checks.
12. Generate requirements for the OCIO portfolio management toolset and perform testing to ensure requirements are met.
13. Provide training and support for portfolio management toolset users.
14. Support program/project management reviews and conduct Continual Service Improvement (CSI) efforts.
15. Track and report portfolio risks and issues, analyze IT Project Plans for gaps and dependencies.
16. Author, edit, and analyze IT Project Plans.
17. Support governing boards and ensure portfolio outcomes align with NASA’s IT Strategic Plan.
18. Develop and present executive-level reports.

The position will also deliver:

• Performance Management Objectives and Key Results for Digital Transformation
• Training packages on Program and Project Management for Digital Transformation
• Risks, Objectives, and Key Results (OKRs) tracking and reporting
• Requirements documentation for enterprise tools
• Weekly status reports within the OCIO Weekly Reporting tool

This position may be remote, hybrid, or onsite, with travel costs borne by the employee for badge access and equipment pickup at the nearest NASA Center.

EDUCATION AND PREVIOUS WORK REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum education: BA/BS in Project Management, Communications, Business Administration, or IT-related discipline
• Minimum experience: 6 years

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, SharePoint, and Box
• 6+ years project management experience
• 3-5 years portfolio management experience with strong analytic skills
• 3 years performance management experience spanning outcomes, project planning, and operational delivery
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Experience with Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) and/or Balanced Scorecard
• Experience with performance visualization tools

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strategy Management (desired)
• ITIL Certification (desired)
• Microsoft SharePoint and Project (desired)

ARES is an EEO/AA/Vets employer and complies with E-Verify. We adhere to regulations prohibiting discrimination based on protected veteran or disability status, and promote affirmative action for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability.