Project Manager (IT-IA-IM Prog/Proj Mgr II) (Government)

AT&T•El Segundo, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

AT&T Global Public Sector is hiring a Project Manager to support the National Security Sector in providing information technology upgrades for the intelligence community. The role supports critical voice, video, and collaboration services across the full spectrum of operations. This is a full-time, onsite position performed five days per week at a government customer site in El Segundo, California. No relocation is offered. The Project Manager leads strategic planning and requirements management, cross-functional coordination, systems engineering and solution development, business process improvement, project execution, stakeholder management, risk mitigation, quality assurance, technical documentation, and data governance. The role coordinates project teams and internal resources, manages roadmaps and KPIs using agile project management methodologies, and prepares executive-level status reports and client-ready deliverables. Work must meet scope, budget, quality, technical, schedule, and cost constraints, as well as customer service-level objectives and agreements. The position requires a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph. Candidates need 10 years of experience through a combination of work history and education, with education and experience equivalencies listed in the posting. The stated salary range is $89,200–$203,000 per year; starting salary within the range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education or training.

Requirements

At least 10 years of experience, which may be a combination of work history and education; the posting gives these equivalencies: doctorate and 3 years, master's and 4 years, bachelor's and 6 years, associate degree and 8 years, or high school diploma and 10 years.
Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and willingness to learn and share knowledge in a professional office environment.
Strong organizational and project coordination skills, exceptional attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Excellent stakeholder communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence at all organizational levels.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, and strong data analysis capabilities.
Ability to comply with security clearance management protocols, reporting requirements, government security procedures, and clearance eligibility standards throughout employment.
TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.

Nice To Haves

Technical expertise in network IT infrastructure, including network connectivity, switches, and routers.
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification, or commitment to achieve it within six months.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is highly preferred.
Experience in client relationship management and stakeholder engagement.
Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Visio, and project management tools.
Hands-on experience with Atlassian Confluence and HelpNow/ServiceNow.

Responsibilities

Conduct stakeholder analysis and requirements-gathering sessions; clarify network or systems service needs and issue requests for information when needed.
Lead technical assessments across disciplines to evaluate network or systems requirements and implementation feasibility.
Analyze Request for Change requirements and recommend approaches aligned with broader business objectives.
Coordinate multiple network projects and systems teams to clarify technical requirements and deliver integrated solutions within customer SLOs and SLAs.
Prepare cost-benefit analyses and schedule-impact assessments, and negotiate technical trade-offs to achieve cost and schedule outcomes.
Work with cross-functional teams to execute projects according to standard workflows and organizational processes; support engineering review boards and compliance with operational procedures.
Integrate systems and convert customer requirements into total systems solutions within technical, schedule, and cost constraints.
Perform functional, timeline, and cost analyses and requirements allocation; translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.
Create and maintain program- and user-level technical documentation in accordance with industry and contractual standards.
Identify and implement process improvements consistent with customer guidance, cost savings, and system architecture objectives.
Conduct complex systems analysis and study requirements to improve operations.
Work with Task Leads, Project Managers, and clients to ensure deliverables meet scope, budget, and quality standards and maintain stakeholder relationships.
Coordinate internal resources for project execution and delivery.
Develop and maintain project roadmaps, monitor KPIs, and track progress using agile project management methodologies and industry-standard tools.
Prepare executive-level status reports and identify mitigation strategies to remove project roadblocks.
Lead risk assessment and mitigation planning across service areas; identify, assess, and resolve risks, issues, and opportunities.
Provide technical writing and document integration support, and prepare client-ready presentations and deliverables.
Manage data governance and reporting by collecting, analyzing, and publishing information and statistical data in various formats.
Maintain project documentation, including correspondence, records, reports, SOPs, and internal communications.
Adhere to security clearance management protocols and reporting requirements, government security procedures, and clearance eligibility standards.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
401(k) plan.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Paid time off and holidays, including at least 23 vacation days each year and 9 company-designated holidays, based on date of hire; prorated for employees working fewer than 40 hours per week.
Paid parental leave.
Paid caregiver leave.
Additional sick leave may be available beyond what state and local law require; it is unprotected.
Adoption reimbursement.
Short- and long-term disability benefits.
Life and accidental death insurance.
Supplemental benefit programs, including critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, and group legal coverage.
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
Employee wellness programs.
Employee discounts of up to 50% on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (including fiber where available), and AT&T wireline phone.