Technical Project Manager

The company • John C. Stennis Space Center, MS

2h

About The Position

Tuknik Government Services, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Technical Project Manager to support TGS and our government customer in Stennis Space Center, MS. This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a Public Trust. This position is for a Future New Business Opportunity. We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more. The Technical Project Manager will lead Technical Operation Center emerging IT projects for our federal government customers. This role combines technical expertise with project management discipline to deliver mission-critical solutions in dynamic environments. The place of performance for this position is in Stennis Space Center, MS or Camp Springs, MD. The Technical Project Manager will lead cross-functional teams in the planning, execution, and delivery of emerging technology projects within TOC environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field
• 10+ years of IT Experience
• 5+ years IT Project Management Experience
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust
• PMP certification required
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Waterfall and Agile)
• Proven track record of successful project delivery in complex environments
• Excellence in stakeholder management and communication
• Proficiency in MS Project, JIRA, and project management tools
• Understanding of cybersecurity requirements and controls
• Strong technical background with ability to communicate with development teams
• Risk management and mitigation expertise
• Team leadership and personnel management skills

Nice To Haves

• Agile certification preferred
• ITIL certification
• Experience with DevSecOps practices
• Knowledge of cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure)
• Familiarity with DOD technical standards
• Certification in at least one of the following: CCNP, CCIE, MCITP/MCSE CISSP or equivalent.
• Knowledge of emerging technologies like AI/ML, IoT

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets for complex technical initiatives
• Lead project teams through the full project lifecycle from requirements gathering to deployment
• Coordinate with military stakeholders, technical SMEs, and development teams
• Manage project risks, issues, and changes while ensuring alignment with program objectives
• Create and maintain project documentation including status reports, metrics, and deliverables
• Facilitate technical and project meetings with stakeholders at various levels
• Ensure compliance with security requirements and technical standards
• Monitor project performance and implement corrective actions as needed
• Mentor team members and promote best practices in project management

Benefits

• health, dental and vision insurance
• 401K with company matching
• flexible spending accounts
• paid holidays
• three weeks paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees