Senior Project Manager - Lead with Security Clearance

Company Overview At ValidaTek, we modernize and optimize IT services to solve some of the most critical challenges facing federal civilian and defense agencies. From customers to partners to top-talent employees, ValidaTek puts people first, empowering them to exceed expectations and transform government organizations. Our employees are building purpose-driven careers, not just filling jobs. We bring together people with many different perspectives, experiences, and talents to drive innovation and achieve more together than we can individually. Our commitment to quality and performance optimization is the reason why our IT Service Projects and New Development Projects have been appraised at CMMI Maturity Level 5, positioning us as one of a handful of elite companies to receive the highest form of third-party validation. www.validatek.com Summary We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager - Lead to support a high-profile DISA JSP program. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leading large-scale DoD enterprise projects, managing multiple initiatives of varying size and complexity, and collaborating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment. As a key member of our project management team, the Senior Project Manager will provide end-to-end project management services, ensuring successful execution of modernization and engineering efforts. This role requires expertise in DoD processes, governance frameworks, and industry best practices to drive efficiency and mission success. Responsibilities * Lead and manage multiple complex IT and engineering projects for DoD customers, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives . * Develop and maintain essential project management artifacts, including: * Business Case Analysis (BCA) * Project Charters & Management Plans * Cost Estimation Worksheets * Project Plans & Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) * Change Advisory Board (CAB) Artifacts * Risk Management Framework (RMF) Artifacts * Design & Implementation Plans * Test Plans & Operations Guides * Collaborate with system engineers, stakeholders, and leadership to ensure projects meet mission requirements and security standards. * Manage project schedules, budgets, resource allocation, and performance metrics to drive successful execution. * Support engineering teams in maintaining project repositories and ensuring comprehensive transition plans for production deployment. * Work closely with key stakeholders to meet Information Assurance, Mission Assurance, and Security Certification requirements. * Oversee project governance, risk management, and compliance with DoD Change Management & ITIL processes. * Utilize Agile methodologies and DevSecOps tools to support evolving project requirements. * Provide weekly project status reports and briefings to leadership, highlighting progress, risks, and mitigation strategies. * Develop and maintain risk registers, mitigation plans, and escalation processes. * Manage customer expectations, ensuring seamless communication and coordination across all project phases. Qualifications * 8+ years of experience in Project Management for DoD IT and engineering projects. * Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience). * PMP Certification * Active Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret Clearance * Experience with Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) & Agile methodologies. * Proficiency with Microsoft Project & Office Suite. Preferred Qualifications: * DISA JSP Experience * DI2E & DevSecOps Experience * Cloud Migration Project Experience * Strong knowledge of ITIL framework & Service Operations * Experience in Risk Management Framework (RMF) & DoD compliance requirements EEO Statement ValidaTek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to verify authorization to work in the United States. Offers of employment will be contingent upon passing a post-offer background check.