Project Manager

TekSynap

9h•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Project Manager to join our team supporting Air Force Lifecycle Management Center (AFLCMC) in Dayton, OH. Lead execution of a Department of Defense (DoD) Cyber Defense Platform initiative supporting a federal customer. The PM will provide end-to-end program oversight for hardware procurement, enterprise security platform deployment, cybersecurity software licensing, operator training, sustainment support, and option-year expansion activities. The PM will ensure all contractual tasks and deliverables are executed on schedule, within scope, and in compliance with federal acquisition, cybersecurity, and security requirements. TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers. We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays. Visit us at www.TekSynap.com. Apply now to explore jobs with us! The safety and health of our employees is of the utmost importance. Employees are required to comply with any vaccination requirements mandated by contract, applicable law or regulation. By applying to a role at TekSynap you are providing consent to receive text messages regarding your interview and employment status. If at any time you would like to opt out of text messaging, respond "STOP".

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT, Cybersecurity, or related field.
8+ years of DoD or Federal program/project management experience.
Experience managing cybersecurity platform deployments or enterprise IT systems.
Demonstrated experience managing hardware procurement and software licensing efforts.
Must have an Active SECRET clearance
Must have a PMP certification

Nice To Haves

Experience with enterprise SIEM or Elastic Stack deployments.
Familiarity with SOAR platforms and endpoint detection/response tools.
Experience supporting SAP-access programs.
Knowledge of FAR and DoD acquisition processes.
Experience managing contracts with multiple option years.

Responsibilities

Lead execution of base period tasks including security operations infrastructure deployment, enterprise training coordination, software procurement, and platform integration.
Oversee option-year activities including license renewals, capability expansion, and on-site technical support.
Ensure all contract deliverables are submitted within required timelines (e.g., bills of lading, transit reports, training documentation, configuration reports, renewal documentation).
Maintain integrated master schedule, risk register, and performance tracking metrics.
Coordinate hardware procurement activities and ensure delivery documentation is complete and accurate.
Oversee weekly shipping and transit reporting until delivery is finalized.
Confirm facility readiness (rack, power, cooling, network access) prior to deployment.
Support deployment readiness reviews and post-installation technical reviews.
Coordinate with technical architects and OEM vendors supporting enterprise SIEM/EDR/XDR, SOAR, and related cybersecurity technologies.
Ensure license keys and vendor points of contact are delivered within required timelines.
Track cleared personnel submissions prior to deployment activities.
Oversee configuration documentation and post-installation reporting deliverables.
Coordinate enterprise cybersecurity platform training for Government personnel.
Ensure training waves are executed within contract timelines.
Track and submit training completion documentation and certificates.
Ensure all personnel maintain required clearance and program eligibility.
Enforce compliance with DD Form 254 requirements and federal security protocols.
Ensure all activities align with DoD cybersecurity standards, STIGs, and best practices.
Track license expirations and coordinate renewals in advance of expiration.
Manage expansion license procurement and integration timelines.
Oversee travel coordination in compliance with Joint Travel Regulations (JTR).
Deliver quarterly status updates and annual closeout reporting.
Periodic CONUS travel as required by the Government customer.
Travel coordinated in compliance with JTR.