Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Functional Experts

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Agile Methodology, Program Management, Project Planning

Certifications:

None

Experience:

8 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

The focus of this position will be serving as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) level Information Technology Project Manager (IT PM) to support two critical programs within the TSO PMO: 365 (M365) and Enterprise AI Program. Both programs will be deployed enterprise-wide, and the SME IT PM will be responsible for providing SME-level project management guidance and leadership to cross-functional teams, ensuring the successful delivery of these programs. Due to the fast-paced nature of these programs, having experience with leading projects using an Agile/Scrum methodology would be highly beneficial.

The SME IT PM will work closely with program stakeholders, technical teams, and leadership to develop and manage project plans, resource allocation, risk management, and status reporting for both programs. They will be responsible for ensuring that the programs are well-planned and executed, including the transition phase for the appropriate O&M groups. The SME IT PM will be responsible for navigating the A&A governance process, overseeing the process to ensure security controls are addressed, and collaborating with the assessment team and other security-related partners, such as CMAP and KMD, to provide supporting evidence for security controls.

They will also be responsible for leading projects through the appropriate governance processes, ensuring that POA&M items are tracked and addressed as part of the project plan and schedule. The SME IT PM will work with stakeholders to develop training and communications plans to support the programs The SME IT PM will also be responsible for overseeing and coordinating product pilot activities to ensure proper integration and functionality verification, validating that the solution meets the required specifications and is ready for enterprise-wide deployment.

The successful candidate will demonstrate outstanding hands-on experience and a thorough understanding of project management principles, methodologies, and industry best practices, as well as a strong background in navigating governance boards and integrating security into IT project management. They will be expected to possess excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, working effectively as part of a team and in a highly autonomous manner, mentoring others as needed. The SME PM will work closely with a government staff PM and Technical Lead to ensure seamless program delivery.

Mandatory Skills:

• Demonstrated on-the-job knowledge and experience as a SME PM, successfully leading multi-disciplinary project teams and delivering complex programs.
• Demonstrated on-the-job knowledge and experience with project management principles, methodologies, and industry best practices, including project planning, rsource allocation, risk management, and status reporting. Demonstrated on-the-job ability to develop and manage project schedules and resource plans, and to identify and mitigate risks.
• Demonstrated on-the-job outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, articulating complex project issues to various audiences.
• Demonstrated on-the-job knowledge and experience with managing multiple concurrent projects, short deadlines, and competing priorities, including the ability to manage dependencies and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Demonstrated on-the-job ability to identify project challenges, risks and constraints, and convey well thought-out mitigation strategies.
• Demonstrated on-the-job knowledge and experience with leading cross-functional teams, including technical engineers, operational resources, and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated on-the-job ability to build and maintain constructive relationships among customers, stakeholders, technical teams and contractors.
• Demonstrated on-the-job knowledge and experience with project management tools and techniques, such as critical path management and risk management.
• Demonstrated on-the-job knowledge and experience to manage a project through the accreditation process using ICD-503 and receive ATO.
• Demonstrated on-the-job ability to develop and deliver clear, concise, and informative briefings materials, including slide decks, to various stakeholders.

Desired Skills:

• Demonstrated on-the-job knowledge and experience developing and managing resource-loaded project schedules using MS Project or similar tools.
• Demonstrated on-the-job knowledge and experience using various enterprise document repositories (e.g. Confluence, SharePoint).
• Demonstrated on-the-job knowledge of Agency enterprise technical architecture, services-oriented architectures, security requirements, and operating environments.
• Demonstrated broad knowledge of Agency IT components, missions, and strategies.
• Demonstrated familiarity with Intelligence Community )IC) issues, policies, systems, and working relationships.
• Agile and/or Scrum certification

WHAT YOU9LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Required Experience: 8+ years of related
• Security Clearance Level: TS/SCI with Polygraph
• Location: Herndon, VA - On Customer Site
• U.S. Citizenship Required

• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

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The likely salary range for this position is $138,063 - $186,791. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA VA Herndon

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.