Senior IT Project Manager | Req#4503

Senior IT Project Manager

Location: Rosslyn, VA

Clearance: Secret

The Senior IT Project Manager leads the planning, coordination, and successful delivery of complex IT projects and programs that support organizational goals and technology initiatives. This role provides strategic oversight for project execution, ensuring alignment with business objectives while managing resources, budgets, risks, and stakeholder expectations. The position requires strong leadership, advanced project management expertise, and the ability to guide cross-functional teams while promoting best practices, governance, and continuous improvement across project management activities.

Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of complex IT projects and multi-project programs

Develop and implement project management processes, standards, and best practices

Collaborate with business leaders, technical teams, and stakeholders to ensure projects align with organizational goals

Manage project schedules, budgets, resources, and deliverables to ensure successful outcomes

Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks while managing dependencies and constraints

Conduct system and program assessments and recommend operational or technical improvements

Develop and maintain project documentation including project plans, schedules, governance artifacts, and lessons learned

Ensure projects comply with security, regulatory, and organizational standards

Monitor project performance and provide status reporting to senior leadership and stakeholders

Stay current with emerging project management tools, technologies, and methodologies

Participate in strategic planning initiatives and contribute to organizational decision-making

Lead cross-functional teams and coordinate efforts across multiple departments or technical groups

Mentor junior project managers, project coordinators, and team members to strengthen project delivery capabilities

Professional Qualifications and Skills

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field

712 years of experience in IT project management, program management, or related leadership roles

Strong experience using project management tools such as Microsoft Project, JIRA, Azure DevOps, and Trello

Advanced knowledge of project management methodologies including Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, and SAFe

Proven leadership and team mentoring capabilities

PMP (Project Management Professional) certification preferred

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills

Familiarity with enterprise IT systems, infrastructure, and technology environments

Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills

Experience supporting strategic planning, governance processes, and executive decision-making

Preferred Certifications:

• Program Management Professional (PgMP)
• PRINCE2 Practitioner
• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
• SAFe Agilist (SA)
• PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)
• DAU Program Management Certifications
• Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)

Salary range for this position is up to $278,000, depending on qualifications, including relevant certifications, education, years of experience, and demonstrated experience supporting Federal Government programs within the field. Candidates with specialized expertise, industry-recognized certifications, and strong Federal contracting experience may be considered at the higher end of the range.

ActioNet is a dynamic, award-winning SEI CMMI Level 4 and ISO 20000/ISO 27000 I Certified IT Services Firm that specializes in Enterprise Software Development involving Full Lifecycle Methodology, Project Management, Information Systems Security, Systems Integration and Training. ActioNet is committed to quality exemplified by our continual efforts to enhance how we do business. Our vision is what sets us apart, we help our customers align their IT strategies with their business goals.

It is simple. We are passionate about the inspirational missions of our customers and we entrust our employees and teams to deliver exceptional performance to enable the safety, security, health and well-being of our nation. We have been awarded the Washington Post Top Places to Work for 8 years in the row.

As an ActioNeter, you get to be part of exceptional team and a corporate culture that nurtures mutual success for our customers, employees and our communities. We give you the tools to be successful; all you need to do is bring your best ideas, your energy and a desire to develop your skills, experience and career.

ActioNet is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.