Overview

Kentro is hiring for Remote Project Manager - Virtual Desktop Services to support the VA ESOM contract.

Location: REMOTE - This position can be performed remotely within the United States and will support Eastern Time working hours.

Compensation Range: The pay range for this position is $157-$160K annually. Kentro determines compensation by evaluating current government contracting and commercial market conditions, as well as the role's specific requirements. Final salary placement within this range will be based on the candidate's relevant skills, experience, education, certifications, location, and security clearance level, where applicable.

This Job Description reflects the primary duties of the role; however, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. Team members may be asked to take on additional responsibilities in alignment with customer expectations, business needs, and Kentro's culture of collaboration and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Participate in transition planning and knowledge transfer activities to ensure a seamless handoff from the Transition Lead.
• Assume day-to-day management of the Virtual Desktop Services workstream following the transition.
• Lead planning, coordination, and execution of operational engineering activities.
• Coordinate operational activities across Citrix and Microsoft virtual desktop engineering teams.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones, action items, and work plans.
• Facilitate transition planning, knowledge transfer, and operational readiness activities.
• Track risks, issues, dependencies, and mitigation strategies.
• Prepare and deliver weekly status reports and executive briefings.
• Coordinate customer meetings, technical working sessions, and governance reviews.
• Monitor project performance, deliverables, and contractual commitments.
• Collaborate with engineering leads to prioritize operational work and resolve resource conflicts.
• Ensure project documentation remains current and complete.
• Drive continuous process improvement initiatives across the Virtual Desktop Services organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Five or more years of experience managing enterprise IT projects or operational engineering teams.
• Experience supporting large-scale infrastructure, endpoint engineering, or virtual desktop environments.
• Demonstrated experience managing risks, schedules, budgets, and stakeholder communications.
• Strong facilitation, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience using Azure DevOps, ServiceNow, or similar project management tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PMP certification preferred.
• Experience supporting federal government or VA programs.
• Familiarity with Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops, Azure Virtual Desktop, Windows 365, or enterprise endpoint engineering.
• Experience supporting Agile delivery and operational service management.

Clearance Requirement:

• US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card)
• Willing and able to obtain and maintain Public Trust Clearance
• Must meet updated ID requirements: https://www.gsa.gov/technology/it-contract-vehicles-and-purchasing-programs/federal-credentialing-services/get-appointment-help/bring-required-documents
  • If you do not currently meet the ID requirements outlined, you must be willing and able to update your current forms of ID in a timely manner to complete the suitability process successfully.

Benefits

The Company

We hold three ISO certifications (27001:2013, 20000-1:2011, 9001:2015), two CMMI ML 3 ratings (DEV and SVC) and CMMC Level 2 Certification.

Benefits

We offer competitive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401k including an employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more. We invest in our employees - Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development. Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, complete a certification, or other professional growth and networking. We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes commitment to continuous professional development.

We work hard; we play hard. Kentro is committed to incorporating fun into every day. We dedicate funds for activities - virtual and in-person - e.g., we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations. In alignment with our commitment to our communities, we also host and attend charity galas/events. We believe in appreciating your commitment and building a positive workspace for you to be creative, innovative, and happy.

How to Apply

To apply to Kentro Positions- Please click on the job link and then click the blue "Apply" button at the top right of Job Description. Please upload your resume and complete all the application steps. You must fully submit the application for Kentro to consider you for a position. If you need alternative application methods, please email [email protected] and request assistance.

Accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need to discuss reasonable accommodations, please email [email protected].