Information Technology Program Manager

CHG Group•Chantilly, VA

19d

About The Position

CHG Group, Inc. (CHGi) is the U.S. headquarters of Chemring Group PLC (PLC). The Information Technology (IT) Program Manager for CHGi is responsible for assisting the VP, Security and Information Systems with leading IT efforts to support enterprise initiatives focused on the ongoing transformation of CHGi and subsidiary business operations. The IT Program Manager will oversee multiple IT projects and ensure they align with the organization’s strategic goals by developing project plans, managing budgets, and tracking progress and performance metrics.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field
Minimum of three years’ prior experience as an IT Project or Program Manager, systems analyst or other technical positions
Demonstrated experience with project management tools like Microsoft Project for planning, tracking, and managing projects
Must be eligible to obtain and/or maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance commensurate with the level of facility clearance, as needed
Strong time management and problem-solving skills.
Organized, punctual, and deadline-driven
Ability to work independently and prioritize work effectively.
Team player who proactively pitches in where needed
Proficiency with MS Office products
Ability to identify key barriers/core problems and identify solutions
Excellent verbal and written communications skills to effectively convey updates and feedback to various stakeholders
Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects weighing up to 10 pounds occasionally and/or a negligible amount of weight frequently.
Involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.
Use of computer.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification preferred
CompTIA Project+ preferred

Responsibilities

Support the VP, Security & Information Systems with leading IT efforts across the US business units
IT Program Strategy and Execution – assist in the development and implementation of operational and strategic IT programs with defined objectives and roadmaps that are aligned with organizational goals
Oversight and Coordination – develop project plans and oversee each to completion, to include supervising and coordinating teams working on multiple projects
Resource and Budget Management – assist in the development, forecasting, and management of the IT budget with focus on resource and organizational efficiencies
Licensing – forecast and ensure availability of licenses to support users and infrastructure
Communication – ensure effective management of change to communicate with stakeholders and anticipate challenges and develop mitigation strategies prior to implementation
Compliance – ensure existing and new projects comply with NIST 800-171 and Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)
Comply with all government and corporate laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures
Ensure compliance with the Chemring Operational Framework, Code of Conduct and U.S. Code of Ethics and Business Conduct
Special projects and other duties as assigned