Senior IT Project Manager

We are seeking a highly skilled IT Project Manager (PM) to manage the implementation of IT solutions in alignment with the NIST 800-53 security and compliance framework in support of the FAA BNATCS contract. This role is critical in ensuring that our IT systems/changes are delivered on time while meeting stringent federal and industry regulatory requirements. The IT PM will collaborate with all stakeholders including end users, cybersecurity, compliance, and operations teams to deliver business and mission-critical IT solutions.

 

Key Responsibilities

Core Project Management Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project management documents (budget, requirements, schedules, roles & responsibilities, stakeholder alignment, etc).
• Ensure technical solutions comply with NIST 800-53 security controls and documented requirements.
• Manage adherence to budget and schedule, scope and cybersecurity requirements.
• Track risks and dependencies; escalate issues.
• Establish project management governance process including approval gates and stakeholder sign off.
• Conduct regular project meetings, document minutes, decisions, outcomes.
• Provides regular status to project stakeholders.

Security & Compliance

• Ensure NIST 800-53 control requirements are integrated into technical solutions.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to ensure solutions meet security requirements.
• Participate in the coordination of audits, assessments, and accreditation processes (e.g., FISMA, FedRAMP).

Risk Management

• Identify, document, track and mitigate risks in all aspects of the project.
• Conduct project impact analyses for material changes.
• Escalate risks and issues as appropriate.

Collaboration & Leadership

• Partner with all project stakeholders to align technical solutions with business needs.
• Provide feedback mechanism for schedule, quality and budget decisions; ensure all stakeholders have a deep understanding of project objectives, required outcomes and constraints.
• Manage IT projects from concept through design and implementation.

Continuous Improvement

• Stay current with emerging technologies, federal security standards, and best practices.
• Recommend enhancements to improve performance, security, and compliance posture.
• Drive automation and modernization initiatives to streamline infrastructure management.

** This position is contingent upon successful award of the associated contract. **

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field and 8+ years of experience, Master's degree and 6+ years of experience, or Ph.D. with 3+ years of applicable experience managing IT infrastructure projects.
• Working knowledge of NIST 800-53 security controls and compliance frameworks (FISMA, FedRAMP).
• Experience with project management and collaboration tools and practices including Jira, Git, MS Project, Power Platform.
• Familiarity with EVMS.
• PMP certification is required.
• Ability to obtain/maintain Public Trust as required by the contract.
• This is a remote capable position, however, candidates must reside within the local DC/MD/NoVA area.

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to facilitate the translation of requirements into technical solutions.
• 8+ years of experience managing IT infrastructure projects is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
• Experience working in federal or regulated environments.

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

$112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.