Full-Time

IT Project Manager

Posted on 8/29/2024

MetroStar

MetroStar

201-500 employees

Technology solutions for government agencies

Government & Public Sector
Enterprise Software

Senior

San Antonio, TX, USA

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Project Management
IT Project Management
IT & Security
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
Kubernetes
Agile
Communications
Requirements
  • Active TS//SCI clearance with CI poly
  • Six (6) years of experience managing complex federal projects involving cloud, Kubernetes, DevSecOps, IT modernization, or software development
  • Experience supporting the Intelligence Community
  • Strong skills developing integrated project work breakdown structures (WBS), milestones, and schedules with strong ability to identify and characterize project dependencies
  • Understanding of Agile principles and methodologies, particularly Scrum.
  • Proven expertise collaborating with customer PMs, leads, partners, and stakeholders
  • Ability to identify and mitigate project risks
  • Strong written and oral communication skills including briefing senior/executive stakeholders on project status, accomplishments, schedule, issues and risks
Responsibilities
  • You will be a technical problem solver on the team, identifying innovative solutions to project deadlocks and resolving issues and constraints through consensus and sound judgment.
  • You will work closely with the development teams and contribute to product architecture and design
  • You will develop, cultivate, and manage client relationships
  • You will prioritize, lead, and manage tasking of project team and completion of assignments
  • You will evaluate, prioritize, and manage impacts of project scope changes, issues, and risks
  • You will escalate project risks to the appropriate MetroStar and client stakeholders

MetroStar offers technology solutions that enhance digital experiences for government agencies by modernizing IT infrastructure and creating digital tools. They have worked with various clients, including the Department of Health and Human Services, to improve outdated systems and provide virtual training for law enforcement, saving costs and training thousands. In agriculture, they developed a tool for the U.S. Department of Agriculture to help farmers access pandemic relief funds. MetroStar differentiates itself by tailoring its services to meet the specific needs of government clients, aiming to drive efficiency and innovation in public sector operations.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$4.4M

Headquarters

Reston, Virginia

Founded

1999

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • MetroStar's Comet design system aligns with the growing trend of DesignOps in government.
  • Their DEI focus matches the public sector's increasing emphasis on diversity and inclusion.
  • Partnerships for broadband access meet rising demand in rural areas, enhancing connectivity.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from companies like NTT Data could limit MetroStar's large-scale contract opportunities.
  • Reliance on USWDS and React may lead to inefficiencies in design system projects.
  • New initiatives like Comet may require time and resources to prove their value.

What makes MetroStar unique

  • MetroStar specializes in digital services for government agencies, focusing on IT modernization.
  • The company excels in creating user-centric digital experiences for public sector innovation.
  • MetroStar's virtual training platforms have saved $16 million in travel expenses for law enforcement.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Professional Development Budget

Wellness Program

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