IT Project Manager (Expert)

Red Gate Group•Washington, DC

21h

About The Position

The Red Gate Group is seeking an IT Project Manager to provide senior-level program leadership and IT project management support for a federal intelligence community customer. This position plays a critical role in overseeing complex IT programs, coordinating multi-disciplinary teams, and ensuring successful delivery of enterprise-wide initiatives across the Defense Intelligence Enterprise.

Requirements

Active TS/SCI security clearance
Master's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field
12+ years of experience in IT project management or related field
Demonstrated experience managing complex, enterprise-level IT programs and projects
Strong knowledge of DoD Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process
Experience developing CONOPS, requirements documents, and strategic roadmaps
Proficiency in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, hybrid)
Experience coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and managing stakeholder relationships
Strong skills in risk identification, mitigation planning, and issue resolution
Experience preparing executive-level briefings, position papers, and decision support materials
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting federal government or intelligence community customers
Familiarity with Defense Intelligence Enterprise (DIE) systems and modernization initiatives
Experience with DCGS Family of Systems or similar intelligence systems
Knowledge of Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS) process
Experience with Software Acquisition Pathway (SWP) requirements
Understanding of Zero Trust architecture and cybersecurity program management
PMP, PgMP, or similar project management certification
Experience with DevSecOps and Agile transformation initiatives
Knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF) and ATO processes

Responsibilities

Oversee and manage complex, state-of-the-art, new unique programs and/or projects related to information technology
Develop IT-related and operationally-focused requirements documents, including Concept of Operations (CONOPS), Joint Use Cases (JUC), and real-world scenarios based on Defense Planning Guidance (DPG) and Operational Plans (OPLAN)
Perform alignment activities of strategic directives and priorities to IT and technology-focused mission objectives
Coordinate the day-to-day activities of contract support teams and work with government leads on setting both immediate and strategic priorities along with building schedules and roadmaps
Ensure priority items are handled during the work week or defined sprint period
Assist government team leads in identifying blockers, dependencies, and establishing expectations for existing efforts and upcoming tasks
Facilitate operational concepts and requirements information exchanges, including integration activities with enterprise modernization and innovation pathways efforts
Support the development and maintenance of program schedules, dashboards, and performance metrics
Identify programmatic risks, issues, and dependencies, and provide mitigation recommendations for Government consideration
Prepare draft execution plans, roadmaps, and performance tracking reports to support Government decision-making
Develop and present position papers related to assignments that clearly articulate issues and present substantive conclusions and recommendations based on reviews and evaluations conducted
Develop, manage, synchronize, and integrate assessments and recommendations developed for senior leadership
Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to capture requirements and establish milestones while utilizing industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout project execution
Support Government-led working groups, Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), and governance boards by preparing agendas, read-ahead materials, minutes, and action-item trackers
Schedule and coordinate knowledge sharing sessions
Work with Program Management Offices and sponsors to identify technology transition activities with the goal of shortening the timeline between technology development and fielding
Possess a thorough understanding of the DoD Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process to effectively interface with relevant stakeholders and facilitate the allocation of resources
Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports, briefings, and data calls that provide program status, risk updates, and performance metrics to Government leadership
Maintain communication materials, dashboards, and repositories to support transparency and information sharing across stakeholders