IT Project Lead

The Opportunity:

You know that project managers touch every single part of a business and wear multiple hats, from caring for the client and their meaningful project goals to participating in business development and being a key contributor to their employees’ growth.

In this role, you’ll manage the delivery of the most advanced digital solutions. On our team, you’ll manage development and integration efforts for cross-functional software development teams. You’ll also track and validate adherence to Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and develop associated contract deliverables. You know the real power of project management comes from communication. You will engage stakeholders to confirm project priorities, desired strategic objectives, and understand requirements to develop project roadmaps. At Booz Allen, we recognize that we must continuously grow as a team to bring the best support to our clients, so here you’ll have all the resources to succeed and grow your expertise. This is a chance to directly impact a meaningful mission while broadening your skills in program strategy.   

Work with us to transform the future of digital platforms. 

Join us. The world can’t wait.  

You Have: 

• 5+ years of experience with executing in Agile methodologies

• Experience identifying and managing programmatic risks, developing mitigation strategies, and conducting risk assessments and contingency planning

• Experience in resource allocation and expense forecasting to maintain a pulse on the expenses to optimize resource allocation to stay within budget 

• Experience managing software development and schedules and authoring or reviewing contract deliverables such as leading quality assurance reviews based on quality standards, Analysis of Alternatives, or Increment Planning to ensure on-time, quality software delivery

• Experience developing and mentoring staff at all levels and building an internal capacity to deliver high-quality and highly innovative analytics services

• Experience working and collaborating with clients, technical staff, and engineers, including pitching new technology, ideas, and concepts

• Knowledge of cloud and automation solutions: Container Orchestration, Configuration as Code, and Infrastructure as Code

• Top Secret clearance

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience as a software or technical project manager, or 9+ years of experience as a software or technical project manager in lieu of a degree

• DoD 8570 Certification, including CompTIA Security+

Nice If You Have: 

• Experience as a Scrum Master, Lead Architect, or Lead Business Analyst 

• Experience leading technical teams in the implementation of enterprise applications 

• Experience with backend web languages, including Python, Node, PHP or Ruby  

• Experience with server-side application development using Java or C# 

• Experience with Release Management 

• Experience with the DoD or intelligence community

• Experience with Business Process Improvement or Reengineering

• Knowledge of DevSecOps releases and technologies

• Ability to identify risks proactively, recommend mitigating actions, and drive them to resolution

• PMP and Agile Certification 

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Top Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $84,600.00 to $193,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.