IT Project Manager (5501)

Metrostar - Reston, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Reston, VA

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About the position

As an IT Project Manager at MetroStar, you will lead DevSecOps, Cloud, and Cyber projects within the National Security business unit, specifically supporting the Intel account. This role emphasizes strategic analysis and operational excellence, focusing on IT modernization and transformative improvements for mission-critical solutions. You will be a key player in managing client relationships and ensuring project success through effective problem-solving and team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Identify innovative solutions to project deadlocks and resolve issues through consensus and sound judgment.
• Work closely with development teams to contribute to product architecture and design.
• Develop, cultivate, and manage client relationships.
• Prioritize, lead, and manage tasking of project team and completion of assignments.
• Evaluate, prioritize, and manage impacts of project scope changes, issues, and risks.
• Escalate project risks to appropriate MetroStar and client stakeholders.

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 in developing integrated project work breakdown structures (WBS), milestones, and schedules.
• Understanding of Agile principles and methodologies, particularly Scrum.
• Proven expertise in 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.

Benefits

• Generous benefits package
• Professional growth opportunities
• Valuable time to recharge