Are you a tech-savvy leader with a knack for steering complex projects to success? Join our dynamic team as an IT Program Manager! You’ll be at the helm of innovative projects, driving them from conception to completion. Your role will involve coordinating cross-functional teams, managing timelines, and ensuring top-notch delivery. If you’re passionate about technology and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you! This position is on site in Quantico, VA and requires a Top-Secret clearance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for the planning and execution of projects using project management principles and processes. Leads multiple IT projects from initiation to completion by developing and executing clear project plans. Responsible for incorporating DevOps principles and Agile/Scrum methodology into each IT software development project plan. Conducts regular meetings with Government personnel to deliver clear and concise project status updates to include all relevant elements of project management. Responsible for producing all project management documentation for the life of the project.

Required Skills / Experience:

•Active Top Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain SCI if required
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in business, Information Systems, Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline
• 5+ years’ experience supporting and/or leading complex projects utilizing proven project management principles. IT project management preferred
• Experience with IT project management leveraging Agile and Scrum (or similar) software development methodology while implementing a DevOps strategy
• Experience creating, executing, and documenting project plans from requirements gathering to charter approval to schedule to delivery
• Must possess and maintain at least one of the following certifications: Agile Certified Practitioner (formally PMI-ACP), Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Associate
in Project Management (CAPM), Certified Scrum Master, CompTIA Project+, or other certification exemplifying Project Management skills

Application deadline 1-31-2025

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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is:

$120,000—$210,000 USD

At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

SMX is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability status, protected veteran status, race, color, age, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or genetic information. SMX is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including disability and veterans.

Selected applicant will be subject to a background investigation.

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