Project Manager/Transition lead TS/SCI Full Scope Poly

IBM Computing; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

IBM Consulting is seeking a Transition Manager to oversee the transfer of legacy Statement of Work requirements to a new program. You will coordinate transition activities, coordinate with the Sponsor, and ensure milestones are met on time and within budget, with a focus on delivering a seamless handover.

This role is fully on-site in McLean, VA, requires extensive experience in software transitions, strong analytical and IT service management skills, and TS/SCI clearance.

Qualifications

• Minimum ten (10) years of experience in managing transitions for software applications, with a proven track record of delivering complex transitions on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Minimum three (3) Experience analyzing complex technical issues and developing effective solutions.
• Minimum three (3) years of Experience with IT service management frameworks and methodologies, such as ITIL, Agile, and/or CMMI. Experience in managing cross-functional teams, including developers, testers, infrastructure specialists, and other stakeholders.
• Certified Scrum Master
• Minimum five (5) years in managing transitions for large-scale software applications transitions for enterprise-level applications
• Must have TS/SCI W/FSP day 1
• Certified Scrum Master

Responsibilities

• The Transition Manager will serve as the primary point of contact for transitioning requirements from multiple legacy contracts to the new Program. During transition periods, the Transition Manager shall be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the transition and meeting weekly with the Sponsor to review contract and program/project status.
• Leaders are expected to spend time with their teams and clients in the workplace, subject to business needs. This role is designated as fully on-site and requires physical presence in the workplace five (5) days per week.

Skills

Transition management

IT service management

Cross-functional teams leadership

Scrum Master

Education

Certified Scrum Master

Job description

Introduction

A career in IBM Consulting is built on long-term client relationships and close collaboration worldwide. You’ll work with leading companies across industries, helping them shape their hybrid cloud and AI journeys. With support from our strategic partners, robust IBM technology, and Red Hat, you’ll have the tools to drive meaningful change and accelerate client impact. At IBM Consulting, curiosity fuels success. You’ll be encouraged to challenge the norm, explore new ideas, and create innovative solutions that deliver real results. Our culture of growth and empathy focuses on your long-term career development while valuing your unique skills and experiences.

Your role and responsibilities

The Transition Manager will serve as the primary point of contact for transitioning requirements from multiple legacy contracts to the new Program. During transition periods, the Transition Manager shall be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the transition and meeting weekly with the Sponsor to review contract and program/project status. The Transition Manager role is temporary and will be required only during transition periods to ensure a seamless transfer of Statement of Work (SOW) requirements from legacy contracts to the new program.

“Leaders are expected to spend time with their teams and clients in the workplace, subject to business needs. This role is designated as fully on‑site and requires physical presence in the workplace five (5) days per week.”

Required technical and professional expertise

• Minimum ten (10) years of experience in managing transitions for software applications, with a proven track record of delivering complex transitions on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.


• Minimum three (3) Experience analyzing complex technical issues and developing effective solutions.


• Minimum three (3) years of Experience with IT service management frameworks and methodologies, such as ITIL, Agile, and/or CMMI. Experience in managing cross-functional teams, including developers, testers, infrastructure specialists, and other stakeholders.


• Certified Scrum Master


• Minimum five (5) years in managing transitions for large-scale software applications transitions for enterprise-level applications


• Must have TS/SCI W/FSP day 1


• Certified Scrum Master

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.