Senior Project Manager - Task Lead

ValidaTek, Inc.; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 125,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

ValidaTek, Inc. in Linthicum Heights, MD, seeks an experienced Senior Project Manager to serve as a primary point of contact for the CODE organization and provide senior-level leadership and oversight of contractor activities.

The Task Lead will coordinate contractor personnel, facilitate Government and Contractor communications, and ensure program activities are planned, executed, monitored, and documented, with a strong IT leadership and cybersecurity focus.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance (TS/SCI eligibility) required.
• PMP certification required.
• 5+ years IT leadership experience with accountability.
• 5+ years IT strategic planning experience.
• 5+ years IT workforce planning experience.
• 5+ years IT budgeting experience.
• 5+ years IT investment management experience.
• 5+ years information security and privacy experience.
• 5+ years supporting digital equity and accessibility.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall management and oversight of contractor personnel and activities.
• Serve as primary liaison between Government and Contractor leadership.
• Maintain processes for tracking requirements, activities, deliverables, and performance.
• Ensure contractor activities follow the PWS and contractual requirements.
• Support Government financial and business processes.
• Make timely decisions on behalf of the Contractor in response to Government needs.
• Identify and communicate contractual, programmatic, and resource issues.
• Implement and maintain cybersecurity and compliance frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, CMMC).
• Oversee cybersecurity risk assessments and vulnerability testing.
• Coordinate security audits and validate effectiveness of controls.
• Coordinate cross-team activities and manage dependencies.
• Lead response during major cybersecurity incidents (detection, containment, recovery).
• Oversee selection and management of third-party security vendors.
• Ensure technology acquisitions meet security requirements.
• Promote a security-first culture with security training.

Skills

Top Secret clearance

Security clearance

5+ years IT leadership

5+ years IT strategic planning

5+ years IT workforce planning

5+ years IT budgeting

5+ years IT investment management

5+ years information security

5+ years digital equity & security

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

PMP certification

Tools

NIST framework

ISO 27001

CMMC

Job description

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• Posted on October 1, 2026

Locations

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Linthicum Heights, MD 21090, USA

• On-site
• Pay or shift range: $125,000 USD to $190,000 USD
• Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location, contract affordability, internal equity, education, and certifications.The upper end of the salary range may be reserved for individuals who have demonstrated tenure with the company, seniority, and proven excellent performance. This includes factors such as education, certifications, and extensive/unique experience beyond what is required.
• Project/Program Mgmt
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: SENIO001957

Description

Company Overview:

At ValidaTek, we modernize and optimize IT services to solve some of the most critical challenges facing federal civilian and defense agencies. From customers to partners to top-talent employees, ValidaTek puts people first, empowering them to exceed expectations and transform government organizations. Our employees are building purpose-driven careers, not just filling jobs. We bring together people with many different perspectives, experiences, and talents to drive innovation and achieve more together than we can individually.Our commitment to quality and performance optimization is the reason why our IT Service Projects and New Development Projects have been appraised at CMMI Maturity Level 5, positioning us as one of a handful of elite companies to receive the highest form of third-party validation. www.validatek.com

Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to serve as a primary point of contact for the CODE organization and provide senior-level leadership and oversight of contractor activities.

The Task Lead will coordinate contractor personnel, facilitate Government and Contractor communications, and ensure program activities are effectively planned, executed, monitored, and documented.

This role has a strong IT leadership and cybersecurity focus, with responsibility for supporting enterprise security, risk management, compliance, cross-team coordination, and strategic IT operations.

Responsibilities:

• Provide overall management and oversight of contractor personnel and activities.
• Serve as a primary liaison between Government and Contractor leadership.
• Maintain processes for tracking requirements, activities, deliverables, and performance.
• Ensure contractor activities are executed in accordance with the PWS.
• Support applicable Government financial and business processes.
• Make timely decisions on behalf of the Contractor in response to Government requirements and concerns.
• Proactively identify and communicate contractual, programmatic, and resource issues.
• Implement and maintain cybersecurity and compliance frameworks, including NIST, ISO 27001, and CMMC.
• Oversee cybersecurity risk assessments and vulnerability testing.
• Coordinate internal and external security audits and validate the effectiveness of security controls.
• Coordinate activities across project teams and manage cross-team dependencies.
• Lead response efforts during major cybersecurity incidents, including detection, containment, and recovery.
• Oversee the selection and management of third-party security vendors.
• Ensure technology acquisitions and vendor activities meet organizational security requirements.
• Promote a security-first culture through organization-wide cybersecurity education and training.

Qualifications:

• Active Top Secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility.
• Active Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• At least 5 years of experience in IT leadership and accountability, including responsibility for effective IT management.
• At least 5 years of experience in IT strategic planning, including planning and managing IT functions.
• At least 5 years of experience in IT workforce planning, including assessing workforce requirements and developing strategies to meet those needs.
• At least 5 years of experience with IT budgeting, including annual and multi-year IT planning, programming, and budgeting.
• At least 5 years of experience in IT investment management, including evaluating and assessing the effectiveness of IT resource investments.
• At least 5 years of experience in information security and privacy, including establishing, implementing, and maintaining an organization-wide information security program.
• At least 5 years of experience supporting digital equity and accessibility, including promoting accessibility of information and telecommunications technologies.

Salary Disclosure:

Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location, contract affordability, internal equity, education, and certifications. The upper end of the salary range may be reserved for individuals who have demonstrated tenure with the company, seniority, and proven excellent performance. This includes factors such as education, certifications, and extensive/unique experience beyond what is required.

EEO Statement:

ValidaTek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to verify authorization to work in the United States. Offers of employment will be contingent upon passing a post-offer background check.

Education

Bachelors or better.

Preferred

PMP

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