Remote Strategic PMO Planner with Azure DevOps

System One; Merrifield (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

System One is seeking a Strategic Planning Specialist to support the Planning Governance and execution of strategic initiatives. This remote, multiyear contract role requires 7–10 years in PMO/strategy, with strong Azure DevOps expertise to manage backlogs and reporting.

The ideal candidate will mature planning frameworks, coordinate quarterly cycles, and drive cross‑functional alignment, governance, and continuous improvement across teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in program management, strategic planning, PMO, Agile delivery, or related disciplines.
• Advanced working knowledge of Azure DevOps (ADO), including dashboards and Wiki administration.
• Strong facilitation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with change management, communications, training, and adoption strategies.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across teams with varied planning maturity.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Azure DevOps backlogs, dashboards, and delivery plans.
• Coordinate planning cycle execution and milestone management.
• Develop and document planning processes, job aids, and training materials.
• Serve as primary contact for teams on planning guidance and reporting expectations.
• Identify opportunities to improve planning, governance, and reporting processes.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement, workshops, and change management activities.
• Monitor deliverables, risks, dependencies, and action items for leadership visibility.

Skills

PMO experience

Strategic planning

Agile delivery

Stakeholder management

Facilitation

Change management

Cross-functional coordination

Executive reporting

Planning maturity

Tools

Azure DevOps

Job description

System One is seeking a Strategic Planning Specialist to support the Planning Governance and execution of strategic initiatives. This remote, multiyear contract role requires 7–10 years in PMO/strategy, with strong Azure DevOps expertise to manage backlogs and reporting.

The ideal candidate will mature planning frameworks, coordinate quarterly cycles, and drive cross‑functional alignment, governance, and continuous improvement across teams.