Sr. Project Manager

RIVA Solutions, Inc.; Alexandria (VA); Hybrid; USD 144,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off / Sick Leave

Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company M

HSA/FSA Spending Accounts

Disability Insurance

Pet Insurance

Wellness Program Initiatives

RIVA Flex (Flexible Hours and Hybrid;

Additional Workplace Benefits

Job summary

RIVA Solutions, Inc. in Alexandria, VA is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead cross-functional Federal IT delivery programs within a hybrid work environment.

The role partners with USPTO and other stakeholders to oversee scope, schedule, and budget, while ensuring security, AI, DevSecOps governance, and QA excellence across teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience managing Federal IT delivery programs.
• Experience leading AI, cybersecurity, and DevSecOps teams.
• Knowledge of PMBOK, Agile, Scrum, Kanban, and risk management.
• Executive reporting and stakeholder communication experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead overall program execution and FFP delivery.
• Manage security, AI, DevSecOps, governance, and QA teams.
• Serve as primary interface with USPTO leadership and stakeholders.
• Lead Agile ceremonies, sprint reviews, release planning, and executive briefings.
• Manage scope, schedule, staffing, risks, and financial performance.
• Prepare status reports, staffing plans, and risk registers.
• Support contract compliance, onboarding, transition, SOPs, and knowledge transfer.

Skills

Federal IT delivery

Program leadership

Executive reporting

Stakeholder communication

Agile / Scrum / Kanban

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Position: Senior Project Manager
Location: Hybrid - Alexandria, VA
Terms: Full Time
Clearance: Public Trust Required
Travel: 0-10%

RESULTS. INNOVATION. VALUES. ACCOUNTABILITY.

We’re a mission-driven IT services company and systems integrator supporting digital transformation and modernization for Federal government agencies. Since 2009, we’ve partnered with our customers to solve complex challenges through smart, practical innovation to deliver real outcomes where they matter most. Our teams are made up of industry-leading experts who are passionate about doing great work and making a difference. We don’t just develop solutions—we support efforts that strengthen communities and serve the public good.

RIVA’s culture is built on four core values: Results, Innovation, Values, and Accountability. They guide how we work, how we collaborate, and how we measure success. Our employee-first approach is rooted in trust, ownership, and meaningful work. By investing in our people and fostering a flexible, supportive environment, you will have the opportunity to grow your skills, contribute ideas, and make an impact from day one—all while supporting missions that matter.

Program Overview

Supports a USPTO firm-fixed-price task order securing the agency's AI and data environment through program leadership, Agile delivery, and cybersecurity modernization.

Position Overview

Leads multidisciplinary security, AI, DevSecOps, governance, and QA teams while serving as the primary delivery lead responsible for scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, and customer satisfaction.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead overall program execution and FFP delivery.
• Manage security, AI, DevSecOps, governance, and QA teams.
• Serve as primary interface with USPTO leadership and stakeholders.
• Lead Agile ceremonies, sprint reviews, release planning, and executive briefings.
• Manage scope, schedule, staffing, risks, and financial performance.
• Prepare status reports, staffing plans, and risk registers.
• Support contract compliance, onboarding, transition, SOPs, and knowledge transfer.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience managing Federal IT delivery programs.
• Experience leading AI, cybersecurity, and DevSecOps teams.
• Knowledge of PMBOK, Agile, Scrum, Kanban, and risk management.
• Executive reporting and stakeholder communication experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP, CSM, PMI-ACP, or SAFe certification.
• USPTO or BOSS/PTACTS experience.
• Experience managing FFP Federal contracts.
• Knowledge of FISMA, NIST, ATO, and DevSecOps.

Salary

$160,000

RIVA Benefits

• Paid Time Off / Sick Leave
• Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• HSA/FSA Spending Accounts
• Long- and Short-Term Disability
• Pet Insurance
• Wellness Program Initiatives
• RIVA Flex (Flexible Hours and Hybrid Support, where applicable)
• Additional Workplace Benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

RIVA Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.