Project Manager (IT-IA-IM Prog/Proj Mgr II) (Government)

This is a full-time onsite role based in the location(s) posted and is performed from the designated work location five days per week. No relocation is offered. Work to be performed at a government customer site in Lompoc, CA.

Description of Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning & Requirements Management:

·        Conduct comprehensive stakeholder analysis and requirements gathering sessions to clarify network or systems service needs and issue targeted requests for information (RFI) when necessary.

·        Lead technical assessments across multiple disciplines, applying industry best practices to evaluate ​network or systems standard requirements and implementation feasibility.

·        Analyze Request for Change (RFC) requirements and provide strategic recommendations that align network service delivery with broader business objectives.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Leadership:

·        Proactively drive coordination across multiple network projects, and systems teams to bring clarity to technical requirements and deliver integrated solutions within defined customer SLOs/SLAs.

·        Develop comprehensive cost-benefit analyses and schedule impact assessments based on established models, negotiating technical trade-offs to deliver optimal cost and schedule outcomes.

·        Partner with cross-functional teams to interpret and execute projects in accordance with established standard workflows and organizational processes, supporting engineering review boards and ensuring compliance with operational procedures.

Systems Engineering & Solution Development:

·        Ensure end-to-end systems integration and systematic conversion of customer requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints.

·        Execute comprehensive technical analysis including functional analysis, timeline analysis, cost estimation, and requirements allocation to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.

·        Create and maintain technical documentation including both program- and user-level documentation following industry and contractual standards.

Business Process Improvement:

·        Identify and implement process optimization opportunities consistent with customer guidance and principles, cost savings, and system architecture objectives.

·        Conduct complex systems analysis and study requirements to drive operational excellence.

Project Execution & Stakeholder Management:

·        Collaborate directly with Task Leads, Project Managers, and clients to ensure deliverables meet scope, budget, and quality standards while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.

·        Orchestrate internal resources towards seamless project execution and delivery of excellence.

·        Develop and maintain detailed project roadmaps, monitor KPIs, and track progress using agile project management methodologies and industry-standard tools.

·        Prepare executive-level status reports and proactively identify mitigation strategies to remove project roadblocks.

Risk Management & Quality Assurance:

·        Lead risk assessment and mitigation planning across multiple service areas to identify, assess, and resolve risks, issues, and opportunities (RIOs).

·        Provide specialized support in technical writing, document integration, and preparation of client-ready presentations and deliverables.

·        Manage data governance and reporting including collecting, analyzing, and publishing information and statistical data in various formats.

·        Maintain comprehensive project documentation including correspondence, records, reports, SOPs, and internal communications.

Required Clearance: TS/SCI with polygraph. (#ts/sci) (#polygraph)

Required Qualifications:

Candidate must have 10 years of experience that can be a combination of work history and education. This equates to a Doctorate and 3 years, master’s and 4 years, bachelor’s and 6 years, associates and 8 years or HS diploma and 10 years.

Required qualifications include the following:

·        Ability to operate effectively within cross-functional team environments while demonstrating a strong willingness to learn and share knowledge with colleagues in a professional office environment.

·        Strong organizational and project coordination skills with exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

·        Excellent stakeholder communication and presentation skills with demonstrated ability to influence at all organizational levels.

·        Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) with strong data analysis capabilities.

·        Ability to adhere to security clearance management protocols and reporting requirements, including compliance with government security procedures and maintenance of clearance eligibility standards throughout employment.

Desired Qualifications:

• Technical expertise in Network IT infrastructure including network connectivity, switches, and routers
• Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification, or commitment to achieve within 6 months
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification highly preferred
• Demonstrated client relationship management and stakeholder engagement experience
• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Visio and project management tools
• Hands-on experience with Atlassian Confluence and HelpNow/ServiceNow

Ready to join our team? Apply today!

Our Project Manager (IT-IA-IM Prog/Proj Mgr 2) (Government)

earns $89,200 - $203,000

yearly. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement program

Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays) *Pro-rated when working less than 40 hrs/wk.

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Caregiver Leave

Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected · Adoption Reimbursement

Disability Benefits (short term and long term)

Life and Accidental Death Insurance

Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Extensive employee wellness programs

Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T wireline phone

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