Project Manager

Company: ALTA IT Services
Location: Vienna
Posted on: May 17, 2025

Job Description:

Job Title: Project Manager III(Security) Location: Hybrid Work Model Reporting to Vienna, VA Pay Rate: Open to Both C2C and W2 options Position Type: Multiyear Contract Description / Basic Purpose: To provide full Agile project management support by being knowledgeable in Agile methodologies and Scrum processes. This includes working with a team of Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and Agile Coaches. Ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget and in accordance with quality standards. Provide project leadership to ensure overall success and delivery of expected outcomes in support of client's strategic goals. Work is performed under minimal supervision. Responsibilities: Apply and adhere to Agile project management best practices by following the policies, procedures and methodologies established within the Scaled Agile Framework Ensure effective management of projects from inception through implementation Advanced knowledge in managing efforts that deliver technical solutions Demonstrate ability to navigate procurement actions and contract reviews Strategic partner with Program Manager to execute roadmaps Establish and maintain program metrics Communication with executive level leadership on program status, metrics, risks, and roadmaps Ability to serve as a Project Manager and Scrum Master. This will be a hybrid role. Collaborate and negotiate with business partners and vendors to understand requirement needs and resolve any gaps or risks/issues including management of invoices Prepare and deliver status reports regarding project objectives, deliverables, dependencies, risks and issues to management and stakeholders Oversee project progress to ensure project documentation and schedules are following previously agreed requirements and standards Maintain and archive all project related documentation Identify, communicate, and resolve technical, tactical, and operational project issues and risks Exhibit intellectual agility and interpersonal flexibility to reassess, reflect and shift thinking as projects or strategic direction changes May be required to support agile team by writing backlog requirements and facilitating Scrum ceremonies Communicate project plan, changes, direction, approach, and priorities based on changing business requirements, circumstances, added information and/or budget considerations to stakeholders Monitor and measure staff assignments results against project goals and task responsibilities Build and maintain relationships with team members, management, key stakeholders and/or external contacts (vendors, etc. Full life-cycle project management Establish and lead project teams Develop project plan/scope/schedule/cost/communications Procure and/or manage resources/timelines/deadlines/quality Ensure that vendor meets or exceeds their contractual obligations by delivering quality products/services on time and within cost structure Manage all fiscal management aspects of vendor delivery and provide feedback on vendor performance Ensure successful project implementation Manage project-level risks, issues, dependencies, and change management Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications and Education Requirements: Associates degree in Information Technology, or related field, or the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience Experience in Agile project leadership and execution, including initiatives with technology, processes, cross-functional teams, and external partners. Experience leading remote teams. Experience and certification as a Scrum Master. Working knowledge of Agile framework methodologies, SAFe, and Scrum ceremonies Effective skill in project management to include establishing and leading project teams, managing timelines/deadlines/resources, ensuring successful project implementation. SAFe certification/Scrum Master Working knowledge of project lifecycles and development methodologies, including agile project management principles and practices Experience in leading agile development teams and facilitating team meetings in agile environment. This includes o Daily Standups o * Backlog Refinements o Sprint Planning o Sprint Review o Sprint Retrospectives Experience in IT resource allocation and management Experience in managing multiple priorities independently and/or team environment to achieve goals Experience in collaborating across organizational boundaries and building partnerships across various functions Managing and improving processes to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of internal shared services Effective presentation skills with essential executive presence Experience in leading, guiding and coaching professional staff. Experience in vendor engagement related to project delivery Effective skill building effective relationships through rapport, trust, diplomacy, and tact Effective skill using innovative thinking to solve problems and facilitate the decision-making process Effective organizational, planning and time management skills as well as skill communicating with all levels within an organization. Effective research, analytical, and critical thinking skills Effective skill resolving conflicting requests and meeting changing requirements. Experience using Azure DevOps. Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) Desired Skills: Working knowledge of video conferencing on MS Teams Project Management Professional Certificate Bachelors degree in Technology, or related field Knowledge of Cloud Security based applications System One, and its subsidiaries including Joul, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan. System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. #M- #LI- #DI- Ref: #850-Rockville (ALTA IT)Required

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