Project Manager

Project Manager At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That's why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next. Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agilityleveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation's vital interests. Job Title: Project Manager Location: 471 East C St Norfolk, Virginia 23511 Clearance Level: Active DoD - Secret Required Certification(s): Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification. Summary Provide the Military Sealift Command (MSC) Business Systems Branch with program management, systems engineering, software development and integration, advanced data services, and customer focused operational support. As technology evolves, introduce emerging technologies, embrace forward-looking strategies, and implement new and/or significant enhancements to existing Business Systems. The Project Manager provides support to the MSC Business Systems Manager and the Product Teams. The Project Manager is responsible for IT projects from beginning to end in a matrix environment, ensuring that project requirements, milestones, dependencies and risks are clearly identified, communicated to all stakeholders, and managed to optimize project success. Job Duties and Responsibilities The Project Manager develops and manages all aspects of Business Systems projects in accordance with the Business Systems Project Management Plan to include Project Briefs, Charters, Project Schedules, and Technical Project Plans, etc. Qualifications Required Certifications Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification. Education, Background, and Years of Experience Bachelor's Degree in a Project Management, Business Management, or Information Technology field. 10+ years of program/project management experience with demonstrated ability to lead/manage multiple, small to large-scale technical projects. Proven experience leading and working on systems/software engineering technical development and integration projects. Technical aptitude with strong communication and negotiation skills with the ability to tailor communications and influence critical decisions with a variety of stakeholders. Demonstrated expertise with MS Project, MS SharePoint, and MS Teams. Additional Skills & Qualifications Required Skills At least 5 years of experience including: Proven experience with the SDLC including Initiation, Planning, Requirements, Solution/Design, Execution, Test and Project Closeout phases for DoD or DoN programs. Experience with software development Waterfall and Agile methodologies. Demonstrated understanding of the project life cycle in complex technical environments. Fluency with software, Cloud computing, Information Assurance Vulnerability (IAV) management, Cybersecurity, and operations concepts. Working Conditions Environmental Conditions Contractor site with 0%-10% travel possible. General office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require standing and walking for up to 10% of the time. The working environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are not hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available. Strength Demands Light 20 lbs. Maximum lifting with frequent lift/carry up to 10 lbs. A job is light if less lifting is involved but significant walking/standing is done or if done mostly sitting but requires push/pull on arm or leg controls. Physical Requirements Stand or Sit; Walk; Repetitive Motion; Use Hands / Fingers to Handle or Feel; Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl; See; Push or Pull; Climb (stairs, ladders) or Balance (ascend / descend, work atop, traverse). Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together. What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are. We also believe in supporting our employees by offering a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. To explore the benefits we offer, please visit our website under the Careers section. Happy - Be Infectious. Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do. Helpful - Be Supportive. Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated. Honest - Be Trustworthy. Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support. Humble - Be Grounded. Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task. Hungry - Be Eager. Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges. Hustle - Be Driven. Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities