Project Manager

RIVA Solutions Inc.•Washington, DC

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

RIVA Solutions supports mission-critical federal healthcare programs by delivering modernization, operations, and training solutions that strengthen workforce readiness, system reliability, and regulatory compliance. This program focuses on the operation, modernization, and continuous improvement of a cloud-based Learning Management System (LMS) that serves as the central training platform for a nationwide audience. The platform supports end-to-end training lifecycle management, including course development, delivery, learner tracking, reporting, analytics, and helpdesk operations. RIVA’s support emphasizes Agile delivery, system reliability, scalability, accessibility, analytics, and security, ensuring the platform evolves iteratively while meeting federal IT standards. RIVA Solutions is seeking a Project Manager to serve as the day-to-day execution lead for an Agile, LMS-focused federal program supporting enterprise training, operations, and modernization initiatives. This role requires a Project Manager who is comfortable operating in an Agile or hybrid Agile environment, coordinating iterative delivery while maintaining strong governance, compliance, and operational continuity. The Project Manager will oversee modernization efforts, ongoing operations, and training lifecycle support while ensuring alignment with priorities, sprint-based delivery plans, and performance objectives. The ideal candidate brings experience leading Agile teams in federal environments, managing cross-functional delivery, and engaging effectively with government stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business, Public Health, or a related field
7–10 years of experience managing federal IT programs of similar size and complexity
Demonstrated experience leading Agile or hybrid Agile programs in federal environments
Experience managing cloud-based modernization and O&M efforts
Minimum of 5 years coordinating cross-functional Agile teams
Agile certification required (Certified Scrum Master, SAFe Agilist, PMI-ACP, or equivalent)
Experience managing government customers and briefing senior leadership
Familiarity with security and compliance processes (ISSO coordination, SSPs, RMF, privacy requirements)
Demonstrated ability to manage scope, schedule, risk, quality, and change control in an Agile environment

Nice To Haves

Direct health program experience, particularly supporting training, oversight, or workforce enablement programs
Experience with enterprise Learning Management Systems and large-scale training platforms
Experience overseeing Section 508 compliance and accessibility initiatives
Familiarity with AWS-based environments
Experience supporting continuity-of-operations and emergency response processes

Responsibilities

Lead Agile or hybrid Agile program execution, including sprint planning, backlog prioritization, release planning, and retrospectives
Partner with technical leads, product owners, and stakeholders to ensure sprint goals align with priorities
Monitor delivery velocity, dependencies, and risks while maintaining schedule, scope, and quality controls
Ensure Agile ceremonies are executed effectively and consistently
Oversee daily operations of a secure, cloud-based LMS serving as the central hub for nationwide training activities
Ensure continuous system availability, scalability, and performance in a 24/7 operational environment
Coordinate LMS administration activities including learner tracking, completion records, archival processes, and reporting
Coordinate iterative updates to training content and platform features using Agile delivery methods
Oversee onboarding of new training products and enhancements while maintaining compliance with accessibility and quality standards
Ensure comprehensive tracking of training assets, learner records, and course materials
Oversee real-time reporting, dashboards, and analytics to track learner engagement, completion rates, and training effectiveness
Use Agile metrics and system data to drive continuous improvement and inform program decisions
Ensure compliance with security and privacy requirements, including NIST RMF, ATO processes, and PII handling
Coordinate risk management, incident response, and continuity-of-operations planning
Maintain alignment between Agile delivery practices and federal compliance requirements
Serve as the primary point of contact for leadership and program stakeholders
Lead status briefings, sprint reviews, and executive updates with clear, concise communication
Coordinate cross-functional teams including developers, LMS specialists, cloud engineers, instructional designers, trainers, helpdesk staff, and security personnel
Support proposal activities and oral presentations by demonstrating command of the Agile and program management approach