Project Management Lead

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD
• Must be a US Citizen
• Clearance Requirement: Top Secret
• Project Management Professional (PMP):
• CompTIA Security+
• ITIL Foundation Certification

 Desired Qualifications

• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) or Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Program Management Professional (PgMP):
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
• Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt)
• Program Management Tools: MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet, or similar tools for tracking and reporting program activities.
• Risk Assessment Tools: Archer, RiskLens, or other enterprise GRC (governance, risk, compliance) tools.
• Collaboration Tools: SharePoint, Teams, Slack, or similar tools to facilitate team communication.
• CompTIA Project+
• Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
• TOGAF Certification (The Open Group Architecture Framework):
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect (or other cloud-related certifications like Microsoft Azure or Google Cloud):

Peraton is seeking a Project Management Lead. Peraton’s Defense Mission and Global Health Solutions Sector is seeking a for the Department of Defense (DoD).  The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and providing technical direction of IT projects. Provide guidance and direction for multiple projects and design, implement, and manage IT projects. Provide technical and administrative guidance to contract team members on the use and best practices of project management solutions and tools, to include Microsoft Project. Adhere to established governance processes and ensure project compliance with relevant policies and procedures. Track project milestones, identify potential risks and issues, and provide timely and accurate reporting on project progress. Engage and collaborate with stakeholders both within and outside the division to ensure alignment and effective communication. Provide support, mentoring, and guidance to other team members within the task order, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.

 What You’ll Do:

• Define and Document Project Objectives: Establish the strategic goals, scope, deliverables, and key performance indicators (KPIs) for IT projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with organizational priorities and mission goals.
• Develop and Maintain Project Plans: Create and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and timelines to ensure milestones and deadlines are met. Identify dependencies, resource requirements, and potential bottlenecks in project execution.
• Lead Project Implementation: Oversee project execution, ensuring appropriate delivery of IT solutions within the defined scope, timeline, and budget. Coordinate efforts across multidisciplinary teams, including software developers, system administrators, and cybersecurity personnel.
• Manage Project Risks: Conduct risk assessments to identify potential cybersecurity and non-cyber risks that could impact project outcomes.  Develop and implement mitigation strategies to address identified risks while minimizing negative impacts.
• Ensure Security Compliance: Incorporate cybersecurity best practices into IT project development using frameworks such as RMF, NIST SP 800-53, or other compliance standards. Validate that implemented systems meet required security controls, policies, and governance mandates (e.g., DoD 8500.01 or FISMA).
• Resource and Budget Oversight: Oversee the allocation and management of project resources, including personnel, software, hardware, and external vendors.Manage project budgets to ensure efficient and effective use of financial resources.
• Monitor and Report Project Status.  Use advanced performance monitoring tools to track project status, milestones, risks, and results. Report project progress to stakeholders, leadership, and senior management, providing detailed updates and assessments.
• Manage Stakeholder Engagement:  Facilitate effective communication with stakeholders at all levels (technical and non-technical) to understand requirements, resolve conflicts, and ensure expectations are met.  Prepare and deliver technical and non-technical presentations, briefings, and documentation.
• Oversee System Development and Implementation Lifecycle (SDLC):  Guide IT projects through all phases of SDLC, including planning, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance.  Ensure the effective integration of cybersecurity requirements at all stages of the development lifecycle.
• Facilitate Change Management:  Identify, assess, and manage change requests during the project lifecycle while maintaining scope, budget, and timeline control. Communicate impacts of changes on current objectives and outcomes to stakeholders.
• Coordinate Incident Response and Escalation:  Collaborate with cybersecurity staff to address and resolve security incidents or vulnerabilities discovered during IT project execution.  Escalate significant incidents and risks to leadership as needed.
• Foster Collaboration Across Teams:  Act as the central point of contact across technical and non-technical teams, facilitating collaboration to achieve project objectives. Ensure proper coordination of efforts among developers, system architects, cybersecurity teams, and external vendors.
• Continuously Improve Processes:  Identify lessons learned from previous projects and implement process improvements for future IT project initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• IT Project Management Expertise: Advanced ability to manage complex IT projects using methodologies like Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
• Cybersecurity Integration: Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, risk management approaches (e.g., RMF), and secure system development to integrate security into IT projects.
• Scope and Requirements Management: Skill in defining project scope, gathering requirements, and managing changes while maintaining alignment with stakeholder needs.
• Risk Management and Mitigation: Proficiency in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with IT project timelines, budgets, and cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
• Technology Infrastructure Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of IT systems, including networking, cloud services, software development lifecycles (SDLC), and emerging technologies.
• Budget and Resource Allocation: Expertise in project budgeting, forecasting, and resource management to ensure project objectives are met within constraints.
• Team Collaboration and Leadership: Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, delegate tasks effectively, and foster collaboration among technical and non-technical staff.
• Performance Metrics and Monitoring: Skill in developing and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure project success and implement necessary adjustments.
• Stakeholder Communication: Advanced ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders, including translating technical concepts into actionable business terms.
• Compliance and Standards Awareness: Knowledge of IT governance, regulatory requirements (e.g., FISMA, NIST), and industry best practices to ensure project compliance.