Program Manager - TS/SCI Required

Job Summary:

Akima Systems Engineering is looking for a Program Manager to work. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversee and coordinate various IT projects within the organization.

• Manage cross-functional teams of 45 or more professionals.

• Ensure that projects are delivered on time and within budget.

• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project goals and objectives.

• Communicate project progress, risks, and issues to stakeholders and senior management.

• Conduct regular project status meetings and provide updates to stakeholders.

• Develop and implement strategies to mitigate project risks.

• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment.

• Provide guidance and mentorship to project team members.

• Utilize financial forecasting models to monitor project budgets.

• Ensure compliance with DOD IT processes, regulations, and security protocols.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI clearance

• PMP certification

• Additional ITIL or Agile Certification is a plus.

• Any IT related certifications such as Microsoft or CISCO

• Any one of the following Security certifications for 8570: CISM, CISSP (OR ASSOCIATE), GSLC, CCISO, CAP, CASP CE, HCISSP, CND, CLOUD , SECURITY CE

• Bachelor's degree in an IT-related field and 5 years of DOD IT Project Management experience

• Without a degree, 8 to 10 years of DOD IT Project Management experience

• Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional teams of 45 or more professionals.

• Strong understanding of DOD IT processes, regulations, and security protocols

• Exceptional leadership and communication skills

• Proven ability to deliver complex IT projects on time and within budget.

• Experience with financial forecasting models

• Must already be living on the island and ready to start immediately with notice of the award of the contract.