Project Manager (Senior) with Security Clearance

System High Corporation; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

System High Corporation is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead government security services for the F-35 JPO program. You will plan, execute, monitor, and close security-related tasks, ensuring on-time delivery and high-quality results while maintaining strict DoD compliance.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years of PM experience, familiarity with DoD regulations, and a Top Secret clearance. Strong leadership, communication, and program governance skills are essential to succeed in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of project management experience in government security services.
• Experience working with the DoD and familiarity with DoD security regulations.
• Experience supporting the F-35 Joint Program Office preferred.
• Veteran of the United States Armed Forces preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project plans, including scope, schedule, and budget.
• Define objectives, deliverables, and success criteria with stakeholders.
• Conduct kickoff meetings and communicate goals to the team.
• Monitor progress, address roadblocks, and manage costs against budget.
• Manage resources and ensure timely, quality deliverables.
• Maintain risk registers and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure QA processes and conduct reviews to address issues.
• Prepare status reports and document lessons learned.
• Lead stakeholder relationships and liaise between teams and JPO.
• Ensure compliance with government security regulations and DoD directives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

MS Office

MS Teams

PM methodologies

DoD security regulations

Security awareness

Government contracts

Education

Master's Degree preferred or Bachelor's Degree with 4 years related experience

Job description

Project Manager (Senior)

System High Corporation delivers the most advanced protection and secrecy solutions to secure and strengthen critical missions, programs, operations, and intelligence activities. We are seeking a Physical Security Specialist to join our team to help contribute to our success and help us solve problems with innovation through intelligence. The Project Manager (Senior) supports the F-35 Joint Program Office (JPO) Security Support Services prime contract by providing comprehensive project management expertise for the delivery of government security services. The Project Manager will be responsible for managing individual teams in planning, execution, monitoring, and closing of security-related tasks, ensuring they are delivered on time, and to the specified quality standards. This role requires strong leadership, communication, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, great work ethic, initiative, and continuous process improvement initiatives, as well as a thorough understanding of government security regulations and practices, specifically related to personnel, physical, information, and industrial security.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Project Planning and Initiation:

• Develop and maintain project plans, including scope, schedule, budget, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Define project objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with the JPO stakeholders and contract leadership.
• Conduct project kickoff meetings and ensure clear communication of project goals and expectations to the project team.

Project Execution and Monitoring:

• Manage and monitor contract progress, proactively identifying and addressing potential roadblocks or delays.
• Track contract costs and expenditures against the approved budget, ensuring cost-effectiveness and fiscal responsibility.
• Manage project resources, including personnel, equipment, and subcontractors, to ensure efficient and effective utilization.
• Maintain regular communication with the JPO customer and internal stakeholders, providing project updates and addressing any concerns.

Risk Management:

• Identify, assess, and mitigate task risks, developing and implementing risk mitigation strategies.
• Maintain a risk register and proactively manage potential issues to minimize impact on deliverable and product timelines.

Quality Assurance:

• Ensure the quality of project deliverables and products by adhering to established quality assurance processes and standards.
• Conduct regular reviews and inspections to identify and address any quality issues.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Prepare and present project status reports to the JPO customer and contract leadership.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including project plans, schedules, budgets, and risk registers.
• Document lessons learned and best practices to improve future project performance.

Stakeholder Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with JPO stakeholders, including government personnel, other contractors, and vendors.
• Effectively communicate areas of contract information and address stakeholder concerns.
• Act as a liaison between the JPO and individual teams, ensuring clear communication and alignment of goals.

Security Compliance:

• Ensure all contract activities are compliant with applicable government security regulations and policies, including those related to personnel, physical, information, and industrial security.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of the F-35 security classification guide and other relevant security directives, specifically DoDM 5205.07.
• Oversee the implementation of security measures to protect classified information and assets.

Team Leadership:

• Lead and motivate individual teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to team members, promoting professional development and growth.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide feedback to team members.

Qualifications

Education:

Master's Degree preferred or Bachelor's Degree in a related field (e.g., Business Administration, Project Management, Security Management), plus 4 years additional work experience related to the labor category functional description may be substituted for a Master's Degree.

Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management, specifically related to government security services.
• Experience working with the Department of Defense (DoD) and familiarity with DoD security regulations and policies.
• Experience supporting the F-35 Joint Program Office preferred.
• Veteran of the United States Armed Forces preferred.

Certifications:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
• Security+ or similar security certification preferred.

Skills:

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft (MS) Office Suite, including MS TEAMS.
• Thorough understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Knowledge of government security regulations and practices, including personnel, physical, information, and industrial security.

Clearance:

• Active Top Secret Clearance

Additional Information

This job description is not designed to cover or contain all job duties required of the employee. There may be additional activities, duties and/or responsibilities that are required for this position that are not listed in this job description.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

System High is a Military friendly employer. Our extensive work on behalf of the U.S. government offers those who have served in uniform an opportunity to continue to serve their country in a new and exciting way while enjoying a successful civilian career.

System High values the power and strength of diverse backgrounds on the culture and performance of our company. We strive to maintain an inclusive culture to encourage each employee to bring their whole self to the mission.

System High Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

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