Amentum

Project Manager

Amentum$140K — $180K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility required
  • Bachelor's in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
  • 5+ years managing IT projects, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
  • Expertise in Microsoft Project
  • PMP, PMI-ACP, or equivalent project management certification
  • Experience in IP networking, server engineering, and unified capabilities
  • Strong Agile methodology knowledge and tools expertise

Responsibilities

  • Support management of a complex IT engineering project from development to implementation
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for successful delivery of technical solutions
  • Maintain the Integrated Master Schedule with updates on tasks and resources
  • Conduct daily Scrums to monitor sprint progress and schedules
  • Identify and eliminate impediments to team progress
  • Track and report Work in Progress (WIP) for multiple teams
  • Assist with project risk management and mitigation strategies

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • 401(k) matching retirement benefits
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance
Full Job Description
Work Schedule: 8 Hours per day, Monday thru Friday

Essential Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities of the Technical Project Manager include but are not limited to the following:
  • Support the management of a complex IT engineering project from development through implementation
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful delivery of a high-impact technical solution
  • Assist in the daily maintenance of the Integrated Master Schedule including updating task percent complete, milestones, dependencies, and resource allocations
  • Conduct daily Scrums to track sprint progress and maintain schedules to ensure timely delivery of project milestones
  • Identify and remove impediments to progress ensuring the team can work efficiently
  • Track and report Work in Progress (WIP) for multiple engineering teams
  • Assist with project Risk Management including identifying and reporting risks, determining Probability and Impact, and identifying Mitigation strategies
  • Coordinate Sprints and User Stories across engineering teams specializing in:
  • Networking (LAN/WAN, routing, switching, firewalls)
  • Server/Systems (Windows/Linux, virtualization, cloud infrastructure)
  • Unified Capabilities (UC) (VoIP, Video conferencing, collaboration tools)
  • Apply Agile and hybrid project management methodologies to manage deliverables, team performance, and project transparency
  • Facilitate Agile ceremonies (e.g., sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives)
  • Track project progress using tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, Confluence, and other PM platforms
  • Prepare and present project status reports, metrics, and other deliverables to the Program Management Office


Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:
  • Employee will work in a SCIF on a daily basis.
  • Employee may also be required to work in a datacenter environment for specified periods of time.


Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):
  • Must possess a TS security clearance w/ SCI eligibility, and be able to obtain SCI prior to starting on contract.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or related field
  • 5+ years of experience managing technical IT projects with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
  • Must be a subject matter expert (SME) with Microsoft Project
  • PMP, PMI-ACP, or equivalent project management certification.
  • Demonstrated experience managing projects in:
    • IP networking (e.g., Cisco, Juniper)
    • Server/Systems engineering (e.g., Windows Server, Linux, VMware, cloud)
    • Unified Capabilities (e.g., Cisco UC, Microsoft Teams, VoIP, video conferencing)
  • Strong working knowledge of Agile frameworks (Scrum, SAFe, Kanban) and associated tools
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
  • Proven ability to deliver projects on time and within budget in complex, dynamic environments
  • Ability to travel up to 10%.


Clearance Required:
  • Must have active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility


Minimum Education:
  • Bachelor's degree with 5 years of Technical Project Management experience in Information Technology (IT). Additional years of experience can be substituted for formal education.


Minimum Years of Experience:
  • Five (5) Years direct relevant experience


Required Certifications:
  • PMP, PMI-ACP, or equivalent project management certification


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or SAFe Agilist certification
  • Technical certifications such as CCNA/CCNP, MCSE, or AWS Solutions Architect
  • Experience working on DoD or federal government contracts


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Other Responsibilities:

Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.

Compensation Details:
$140,000 - $180,000

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance


Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:
09/09/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

About Amentum

Amentum is a leading provider of engineering and technical services to the U.S. government and commercial customers worldwide. The company offers a wide range of services, including environmental remediation, facilities management, and logistics and supply chain management, among others. Amentum has a global presence, with operations in over 20 countries, and serves a diverse range of customers, including the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, and the Department of State. The company is committed to providing high-quality services and has a strong reputation for technical expertise, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Learn more about Amentum
Size
20,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
Founded
2014
Revenue
$5 billion

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