DescriptionCenCore is seeking a
Project Manager to support secure government operations in Arlington, VA. This position will initially and primarily assist with Alarm Monitoring at the Pentagon, while also supporting broader cross-program coordination needs, including GEO SPI as a key secondary program, as the employee is cross-trained across multiple CenCore programs over the course of their employment. The ideal candidate is organized, mission-focused, and able to coordinate operational priorities, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and adapt to evolving program requirements in a secure environment.
Key Responsibilities- Support project management and operational coordination for secure government programs, with an initial focus on Alarm Monitoring at the Pentagon.
- Coordinate with CenCore leadership, customer representatives, site personnel, and internal teams to support day-to-day program needs and mission continuity.
- Assist with alarm monitoring workflows, reporting, issue tracking, communications, and related operational documentation.
- Participate in cross-training across additional programs, including GEO SPI, to build familiarity with CenCore processes, customer requirements, and operational support expectations.
- Track program milestones, tasks, deliverables, risks, and follow-up items to ensure timely completion and clear accountability.
- Prepare and maintain clear reports, logs, meeting notes, status updates, and other documentation as required.
- Support process improvement efforts by identifying gaps, communicating concerns, and helping implement practical solutions.
- Maintain professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail while working in secure government environments.
RequirementsRequired Qualifications- U.S. Citizenship required; must provide a valid U.S. Passport Book or Passport Card.
- Active TS/SCI clearance required.
- 3+ years of project management, program coordination, operations support, or similar experience, preferably in government, defense, security, or mission-focused environments.
- Experience supporting alarm monitoring, security operations, command center operations, dispatch, emergency communications, or related operational environments preferred.
- Ability to learn and support multiple programs, processes, systems, and customer requirements through structured cross-training.
- Ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders, manage competing priorities, and communicate clearly with customers, contractors, subcontractors, and internal teams.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and common project tracking, reporting, communication, and documentation tools.
- Strong documentation, reporting, issue tracking, and follow-up skills.
- Ability to travel up to 10% as needed based on program requirements.
Preferred Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Security Management, Criminal Justice, or a related field.
- PMP, CAPM, or related project management certification.
- Prior experience supporting government contracts, defense customers, secure facilities, or cleared operational environments.
- Experience with alarm monitoring systems, emergency response procedures, incident documentation, or security operations center support.
- Experience coordinating across multiple programs, teams, customers, or operational workstreams, including secondary program support such as GEO SPI.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements- Ability to work in secure government facility and operational support environments.
- Ability to work on-site in Arlington, VA, including support connected to Pentagon alarm monitoring operations.
- Ability to follow all site access, safety, security, confidentiality, and customer procedures.
- Ability to review documentation, participate in meetings, provide status updates, and communicate clearly with internal and customer stakeholders.
- Schedule and travel requirements may vary based on program requirements, customer needs, and operational priorities.
