IT Project Manager

Markon

23h•$180,000 - $200,000•Onsite

About The Position

Markon is seeking an IT Project Manager to support our Intelligence Customer. This role involves managing IT projects from initiation through completion, ensuring alignment with customer objectives and programmatic requirements. The position requires overseeing all aspects of Project Management Framework (PMF) compliance, including scheduling, control gates, deliverable reviews, meeting coordination, and documentation. The IT Project Manager will track and manage project timelines using tools such as Microsoft Project, PMTool, and other customer-specified data visualization platforms. Responsibilities also include technical writing, preparing and delivering project briefings and status reports, collaborating with internal and external teams, and coordinating with customer security personnel for Certification and Accreditation (C&A) efforts.

Requirements

MS Degree and 8 years of experience or BS and 10 years of experience.
Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph.
Certifications or formal training in traditional and Agile project management methodologies (e.g., PMP).
Proven experience managing technical/IT projects within the Customer environment, including oversight of technical teams, navigating control gates, technical review boards, and obtaining Customer acceptance.
Strong understanding of the Customer's field operations, organizational structure, internal policies, processes, and Project Management Framework.
Excellent written and oral communication skills; demonstrated ability to coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to gather requirements, plan and execute projects within scope, budget, and timeline.
Ability to deliver quality work on short deadlines in a fast-paced and potentially high-stress environment.
Skilled in managing multiple projects simultaneously; self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within dynamic teams.
Expert-level skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Visio, and Access
Experience with project tracking tools and official Customer messaging systems
Strong dedication to mission success; willing to go the extra mile to meet time-critical requirements.
Background in field communications and coordination

Nice To Haves

Experience with ServiceNow and PowerBI

Responsibilities

Manage IT projects from initiation through completion, ensuring alignment with customer objectives and programmatic requirements.
Oversee all aspects of PMF (Project Management Framework) compliance, including scheduling, control gates, deliverable reviews, meeting coordination, and documentation.
Track and manage project timelines using tools such as Microsoft Project, PMTool, and other customer-specified data visualization platforms.
Perform technical writing, including the development, version control, and maintenance of project documentation, PMF deliverables, and baseline materials.
Monitor and manage project action items, procurement activities, and related research and documentation.
Prepare and deliver project briefings and status reports to stakeholders.
Collaborate with internal teams and external offices to leverage shared expertise and ensure project success.
Coordinate with customer security personnel to support project Certification and Accreditation (C&A) efforts.