Deputy Project Manager

Management Solutions LLC•Knoxville, TN

About The Position

Management Solutions is seeking a Deputy Project Manager to support delivery of mission-critical services within a federal IT environment. This role is client-facing and supports Program Management in executing large, complex federal initiatives involving cyber and IT operations. The Deputy Project Manager provides subject matter expertise in strategic planning and program management to help the organization meet mission-critical goals. This role includes supporting IT project governance, lifecycle execution, and strategic initiatives in a highly regulated federal environment. The position requires strong technical knowledge, leadership capability, and the ability to influence execution across multiple stakeholders, including senior government leadership.

Requirements

Minimum of 15 years of relevant professional experience in project or program management, with a strong emphasis on IT, cybersecurity, or technical programs.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in a relevant field.
A postgraduate degree in a related field may substitute for up to 6 years of required experience.
Demonstrated expertise in project governance, lifecycle management, and federal program execution.
Proven ability to provide technical/management leadership on major tasks or technology assignments.
Experience directing and controlling activities for a client, including financial management, methods, and staffing.
Strong leadership capabilities, including experience interfacing with senior management and supporting executive decision-making.
Experience supporting cybersecurity or IT initiatives in a federal environment.
Ability to operate independently while supporting a Program Manager in a complex program structure.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Q clearance.
U.S. Citizenship is required due to federal contract and/or security clearance requirements.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent.
Experience supporting federal agencies.
Familiarity with federal cybersecurity and IT governance frameworks (e.g., NIST, FISMA, FedRAMP).
Experience supporting ITor cybersecurity operations programs.
Prior experience in a consulting or professional services environment.
Possessing an active Q, L, or Top Secret clearance is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as a Deputy Project Manager supporting delivery of consulting services within a federal IT environment.
Provide subject matter expertise in strategic planning and program management to support mission-critical objectives.
Support the Program Manager in execution of program priorities, deliverables, and contractual obligations.
Support IT project governance, planning, and strategic initiatives.
Ensure all projects align with client strategic goals, including contributions to federal strategic planning efforts.
Maintain consistent billable utilization aligned with organizational and contract expectations.
Represent the organization professionally in all client engagements.
Provide technical and management leadership on major tasks or technology assignments.
Establish goals, develop plans, and execute strategies to meet project and program objectives.
Lead and support end-to-end project management activities across the full Project Development Lifecycle.
Direct and control assigned project activities, maintaining responsibility for scope, schedule, budget, staffing, and quality.
Coordinate with internal stakeholders and customers to define, validate, and manage project requirements.
Document the change control process by tracking scope, schedule, and cost changes.
Maintain and enhance PMO automated project tracking and reporting tools.
Track and report project and program status across all lifecycle phases.
Develop and maintain project dashboards, metrics, and reporting artifacts.
Provide periodic status briefings and executive-level updates to senior leadership.
Identify, assess, and manage risks across cyber, IT, and program domains; develop and implement proactive mitigation strategies.
Maintain and enhance IT (virtual or physical) governance processes, frameworks, and associated documentation.
Support initiatives related to cyber operations, IT infrastructure, and program execution.
Coordinate with cybersecurity and IT stakeholders to ensure integration of security requirements into project planning and execution.
Ensure compliance with federal cybersecurity and information assurance requirements within project activities.
Translate technical cyber and IT concepts into actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders and leadership.
Interface with senior leadership, stakeholders, and clients to support decision-making and program execution.
Facilitate meetings, briefings, and working sessions with technical teams and executive stakeholders.
Conduct client negotiations and ensure alignment across multiple organizational levels.
Support the Program Manager/Technical Lead in high-visibility communications and executive engagements.
Lead and supervise cross-functional teams, including technical staff, client personnel, and subcontractors.
Provide mentorship and oversight to junior staff as assigned.
Support staffing coordination and resource planning across the program.
Ensure effective execution of assigned workstreams in alignment with overall program objectives.
This position may perform other duties as assigned.