Senior Software Project Manager

Cayuse Holdings•Rosslyn, VA

3d•$150,000 - $175,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Software Project Manager manages 1-4 key software development projects using Agile Software Development processes while understanding and maintaining Department of State SDLC processes as part of a team managing many projects. Focuses on leading Microsoft-based custom software applications but will be called upon to manage other applications for operations and maintenance phases if required. Software applications will include some on-prem applications being moved to MS Azure. This position aligns with Cayuse’s core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables.

Requirements

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
Bachelor’s Degree – Information or Computer Systems a plus.
Experience handling multiple projects at once.
Top Secret Security Clearance is required.
Experience taking over management of projects at different levels of completion.
Must be able to pass a background check.
May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.
Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate in a clear, professional, and articulate manner.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high-level attention to detail.
Proven ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast past environment with changing priorities; adaptable to change and a quick learner.
Must be self-motivated and able to work well independently as well as on a multi-functional team.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately
Proficient in MS Office, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Nice To Haves

Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) a plus.
Bachelor’s Degree – Information or Computer Systems a plus.

Responsibilities

Project and Program Management support for multiple software projects for the operational environment following the DS/CTO Project Management methodology; manage projects within scope, budget, and schedule.
Manage leadership-championed special projects - software projects identifying an IT solution and software upgrades and consolidation at the enterprise level.
Provide critical information to Senior Management to include data collection, discovery, gap analysis, cost impact analysis, and process improvement for many projects/tasks and quarterly key performance indicator monitoring initiatives.
Manage, monitor, and report project risks, develop risk mitigation strategies, and escalate issues to the government as needed.
Assist in the delivery of the Security Authorization and Assessment (A&A) process and Risk Management Framework (RMF).
Manage large efforts through the A&A process at DS and enable project integration with other Project Managers managing software development projects that need the Authority to Operate (ATO).
Provide guidance and leadership to multiple teams supporting the project and ensuring a common goal is communicated and understood to deliver a quality product.
Collaborate with intra- and inter-department resources and stakeholders to facilitate discussions and provide information dissemination in support of key mission initiatives.
Other duties as assigned.