IT Program Manager

Description

The company is dedicated to providing IT services and solutions to the Federal Government by mobilizing the right people, skills, clearance levels, and technologies to help organizations that desire improved performance and modern, sustainable change. M9 has provided quality IT services and support to more than 30 Federal Agencies and multiple commercial customers nationwide. Our capabilities include IT Talent Solutions, Data Delivery & Analytics, Cyber Security, Cloud Migration, Applications and Infrastructure, Software Development, and Finance & Accounting.

The company is seeking an IT Program Manager to work on-site in support of a government contract for a client located in Washington, DC .

Responsibilities

• Manages contractor staff and cross-functional project teams supporting government Program Managers, providing day-to-day leadership, resolving issues, and leading large or complex projects and assignments.
• Interfaces with government contracting officers, program managers, leadership, performers, and other stakeholders to address program requests, develop outreach strategies and solutions, build relationships, and facilitate the transition and deployment of developed technologies.
• Plans, schedules, executes, monitors, and oversees projects throughout the full lifecycle, including SDLC activities, release planning, change management, systems development, maintenance, production, and resource planning.
• Ensures successful project delivery by monitoring scope, schedule, cost, quality, performance, and technical requirements; measures and reports progress; and ensures deliverables are completed on time, within budget, and meet or exceed commitments and expectations.
• Proactively identifies and manages project risks, issues, changes, and escalations using established processes and tools; develops and executes risk response plans and monitors issues through resolution.
• Conducts technical research, assessments, and analyses to evaluate new concepts, emerging technologies, alternatives, methodologies, technical merit, innovation, feasibility, risks, benefits, and potential solutions in support of government requirements and program goals.
• Supports the formulation, planning, and management of R&D and technology programs, including developing program concepts, shaping research goals, establishing project metrics, prioritizing work, participating in design reviews and status meetings, and aligning activities with business and mission objectives.
• Develops and presents program and technical documentation, including briefings, technical analyses, papers, recommendations, project plans, proposal concepts, evaluation materials, and other required project documentation.
• Implements and manages continuous process improvement (CPI), quality assurance, and project management improvements, including tracking performance and cost outcomes, supporting CPI awareness and training, and documenting and implementing improved processes.
• Serves as a subject-matter expert on complex projects and assignments, analyzing challenges involving technology, finance, scheduling, methodologies, tools, and solution components, and developing innovative recommendations and approaches.
• Required Skills and Qualifications
• BS/BA degree in Computer Science, Information Sciences, or related IT discipline. An additional ten (10) years of related professional experience can be substituted for a BS/BA degree.
• 10+ years of program management experience servicing federal government contracts with similar size, value, and complexity.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Knowledge of project planning, monitoring, and financial activities related to program management.
• Knowledge of managing multiple project teams and meetings.
• Knowledge of projects and programs with well-defined metrics.
• Knowledge of program management and technical monitoring performed by a contracting officer's technical representative for the U.S. government.
• Able to fully utilize Microsoft Project.
• Full-Time Employee Compensation
• The company’ pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include, but are not limited to, responsibilities of the position, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, as well as internal equity, location, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
• M9 Benefits - the company's site

Conditions

$120,000 - $145,000 USD

The company, LLC (M9) is a Federal subcontractor and complies with all applicable federal laws prohibiting discrimination in employment, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). M9 also adheres to the affirmative action requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), ensuring equal opportunity for protected veterans. If you wish to voluntarily share that you are an individual with a disability, you are welcome to do so at any point in the application or employment process; M9 does not require this information, and it will not affect your candidacy. If you need accommodation during the application process or encounter difficulties using our website, please contact our Human Resources Department at the company's site or 703-936-0880.

The company is a proud participant in the Virginia Values Veterans (V3) program and supports the Military Medics and Corpsmen (MMAC) initiative, demonstrating our commitment to hiring and supporting veterans, transitioning service members, military spouses, and dependents.

With 15+ years of proven delivery and growth, the company is a unique small business with credible past performance and key capabilities offering project management services, solution architects, business analysts, program managers, technical architects, and technical consultants. M9 was recognized as an Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, and 2012. The company believes that work should be fun, rewarding, and something everyone can be excited about. We offer a competitive compensation package and value diverse perspectives in driving the vision of the company.