Federal IT Project Manager

3 weeks ago


San Diego, United States TEKsystems Full time

Description:

Job Title: Federal Project Manager (Secret Clearance Required)

Location: San Diego, CA

Clearance Level Required: Active Secret Clearance preferred (inactive clearance reactivation considered, but required for continued employment)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview:

Our client is seeking a skilled and experienced Federal Project Manager to oversee and manage federal projects based out of our San Diego office. The ideal candidate will have 5–8 years of recent experience managing complex federal projects, a strong technical background , and familiarity with federal compliance standards. This position requires an active (or reactivatable) Secret Clearance, as the work involves collaboration with agencies such as the Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy, and Veterans Administration.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Project Planning & Execution:

o Lead the full lifecycle of federal projects, from planning to execution, ensuring alignment with client goals, timelines, and budgetary constraints.

o Develop detailed project plans, defining scope, budgets, schedules, and critical milestones.

o Manage project KPIs, including budget adherence, scheduling, scope control, and overall project quality.

  1. Technical Project Leadership:

o Manage projects involving Cisco and Aruba networking equipment (wired and wireless), cybersecurity solutions (including Fortinet and Cisco ASA), and Aruba ClearPass/Cisco ISE.

o Oversee installations of outside plant (OSP) and inside plant (ISP) fiber, network servers, firewalls, security cameras, and related video management systems (VMS).

o Lead data center buildouts and the deployment of network core, edge, and routing equipment.

  1. Client and Stakeholder Engagement:

o Serve as the primary point of contact for federal clients, ensuring continuous and effective communication throughout project duration.

o Establish regular updates and reporting to stakeholders on progress, potential risks, and project adjustments, ensuring client satisfaction and alignment with federal agency needs.

  1. Travel & Site Coordination:

o Coordinate on-site project activities, with required travel primarily within Southern California (San Diego, Corona , Kern County).

o Manage travel requirements between San Diego and Torrance offices, with potential minimal travel to other federal facilities within the continental United States.

o Our client offers compensation for travel mileage, with potential car allowances as travel requirements increase.

  1. Compliance & Security Standards:

o Ensure all project activities comply with ISO 9001 and NIST frameworks, maintaining alignment with federal security and compliance regulations.

o Manage documentation and reporting for federal compliance, audit readiness, and quality assurance.

  1. Performance Monitoring & KPI Tracking:

o Track project progress against established KPIs for project budgets, schedules (including milestone and critical path tracking), and scope management.

o Proactively manage and mitigate project risks, escalating issues as needed and maintaining accountability for project deliverables.

  1. Project Management Software & Tools:

o Utilize Excel and Microsoft Project for budget management, scheduling, and task tracking.

o Use ProCore as the primary project management platform (training will be provided for candidates unfamiliar with this tool).

  1. In-Office and Remote Work:

o This role is primarily based in San Diego office. After a 6-month period, eligibility for remote work or partial remote work will be assessed based on performance and project requirements.

  1. Incentive & Bonus Structure:

o Our client offers a project bonus plan tied to project financial performance. Project Managers are eligible for this bonus if project financial objectives are met.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field. Masters preferred.

• Certification: PMP (Project Management Professional) certification preferred.

• Clearance: Active Secret Clearance preferred; inactive clearances may be reactivated. (The ability to obtain a Secret Clearance is a condition of continued employment)

Experience Required:

• Years of Experience: 5–8 years of recent experience managing federal projects.

• Technical Expertise: Proficiency in Cisco and Aruba networking, Aruba ClearPass, Cisco ISE, Fortinet, and Cisco ASA.

• Project Types: Demonstrated experience in federal projects involving OSP/ISP fiber installations, data center buildouts, network core and edge equipment installation, network server deployment, and cybersecurity implementations.

Skills & Competencies:

• Project Management Proficiency: Strong skills in project budgeting, scheduling, scope management, and risk mitigation.

• Technical Knowledge: Expertise in network infrastructure, cybersecurity protocols, and fiber installation.

• Compliance Awareness: Familiarity with ISO 9001 and NIST frameworks, with a solid understanding of federal compliance standards.

• Client & Stakeholder Management: Excellent communication and client relationship management skills, with experience working with federal agencies.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary with a performance-based project bonus plan.

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Training and development opportunities, including ProCore platform training.

• Supportive team environment with opportunities for career advancement.

Skills:

Program management, Project management, msp, microsoft, federal government, itil service management, ITIL, PGMP

Top Skills Details:

Program management,Project management,msp,microsoft,federal government

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

5 days onsite

Experience Level:

Intermediate Level

About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.


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