Project / Task Managers (Mid / Senior)
SMX is seeking Project / Task Managers (Mid / Senior) supporting the design and implementation of secure, scalable multi-cloud infrastructure, applications, and services in support of enterprise cloud migration and mission-critical systems for the United States Air Force. Performs day-to-day management of cloud delivery order projects, from original concept through final implementation. Utilizes proven skills in those technical areas addressed by the delivery order to analyze new and complex cloud project-related problems and create innovative solutions involving financial management, scheduling, technology, methodology, tools, and solution components. Organizes, directs, and coordinates the planning and production of all activities associated with assigned delivery order projects. Defines cloud project scope and objectives, including developing detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, status reports, and project and financial tracking and analysis. Conducts project meetings, tracks project tasks, and ensures quality standards. Provides technical and strategic guidance to the cloud project team and reviews project deliverables. Communicates with PM, tech leads, and other stakeholders as issues arise or for awareness as required.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities :
- Analyze and evaluate program / project objectives
- Lead and / or support fast-paced Agile environment with fluid requirements and changing priorities, and familiar with sprint planning, PI planning, backlogs, ad hocs, and releases
- Lead cross-functional technical teams including cybersecurity engineers, developers, and support staff. Manage project scope, status, schedule, budget, resources, risk, and deliverables in alignment with contract requirements and government expectations
- Collect, complete, organize, and interpret data relating to project acquisition and product programs
- Organize, assign, and track IT technical development tickets (i.e. JIRA / Confluence)
- Coordinate and facilitate cross-functional teams to accomplish team goals
- Communicate with team, leads, and PM project status through reporting and meetings internally, externally, and to government management
- Remove blockers to progress and manage dependencies to ensure team success
- Ability to articulate and communicate complex problems and solutions in a simple, logical, and impactful manner
- Prepare documentation and briefs on project status, budget, schedules, etc. for presentation to customers and management
Required Skills & Experience :
Bachelor's and 4 to 9 years of experience (Mid / Senior) or equivalent certificationsActive Security Clearance Required : Secret4+ years of related IT / cloud management experienceMust be able to interact with clients, peers, management, and tech leads in a constantly evolving environment to ensure a positive customer experienceStrong written, analytical, organizational, presentation, customer service, and facilitation skillsDesired Skills & Experience :
Prior experience supporting United States Air Force cloud programsExperience with ServiceNow (or similar) implementations and deliveryPM or Scrum Master certification(s)Application Deadline : October 10, 2025