SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Government Project Manager with a strong technical background to lead complex Department of Defense (DoD) and Federal IT programs. The ideal candidate will have hands on experience managing multi-disciplinary technical teams, driving project execution, and ensuring compliance with federal acquisition and cybersecurity standards. This role requires a unique blend of technical acumen, leadership, and program management expertise, someone who can understand the technical details while maintaining a high-level view of project strategy, performance, and delivery.

As with any position, additional expectations exist. Some of these include, but are not limited to, adhering to normal working hours, meeting deadlines, following company policies as outlined by the Employee Handbook, communicating regularly with assigned supervisor(s), staying focused on the assigned tasks, and completing other tasks as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary interface between the Government customer, prime contractor, and technical teams
• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of projects under multiple task orders or technical instructions
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, and risk across large, complex efforts supporting DoD IT systems, networks, or enterprise applications
• Translate technical requirements into actionable project plans and ensure alignment with customer objectives
• Conduct regular status meetings, prepare program reviews, and support contractual deliverables
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineers, cybersecurity analysts, developers, and data scientists
• Ensure compliance with DoD acquisition policies, RMF processes, and cybersecurity standards
• Drive continuous improvement, efficiency, and technical innovation across all program activities

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related technical discipline
• 7+ years of project management experience supporting Federal or DoD programs
• Proven experience managing technical teams and understanding system architecture, software development, or network engineering
• Strong understanding of program financials, scheduling, and reporting
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Active DoD Secret Clearance or higher (or the ability to obtain one)
• Must be able to work at client site in Norco, CA
• If applicable : If you are or have been recently employed by the U.S. government, a post-employment ethics letter will be required if employment with VSolvit is offered

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP or DAWIA Level II / III (or equivalent) certification preferred
• Master’s degree in a technical or management discipline
• Experience with Navy, Air Force, or DISA programs
• Familiarity with RMF, Agile methodologies, and ITIL framework
• Experience with contract management systems and technical performance reporting