Project Manager

Founded in 2003, IT Concepts’ core values – customer-centricity, teamwork, driven to deliver, innovation, and integrity – ensure we work together to be the best, realize objectives, and make a positive impact in our communities. We intentionally created and sustain our ITC culture that embraces change, experimentation, continuous learning, and improvement. We bring our design thinking problem-solving approach that challenges assumptions, prioritizes curiosity, and invites complexity to deliver innovative, efficient, and effective solutions. As we continue to grow in the support of our government customers, we are looking for driven and innovative individuals to join our team.

IT Concepts is seeking a Project Manager who will support several projects at a federal agency. The position is located in Woodlawn, MD. The qualified candidate should have strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with sharp attention to detail.

• Provide Operations and Maintenance support for Security Infrastructure Team
• Ensure that the team reviews new firewall rules and documents firewall changes.
• Provide OIS-wide IT support and SLC activities.
• Provide data analytics to determine gaps in existing security programs and security tool implementations.
• Develop and manage communication plans for remediation activities.
• Utilize Agile project management techniques to efficiently deliver projects within budget with all requisite features and functionality on schedule.
• Develop and manage aspects of project and program engagement, from planning, external vendor relationships, communications, resources, budget, change, risks and issues.
• Demonstrate the experience and ability to serve as the key coordinator among multiple project teams and/or components to ensure enterprise-wide consistency of application development efforts.
• Demonstrate experience in managing technical application development projects and systems analysis projects for medium to large scale projects, and project management experience specific to the full SDLC.
• Demonstrate the experience and ability to work without technical oversight and to lead and/or supervise a team of specialists.
• Demonstrate the ability to manage and maintain utility programs, job control language, macros, subroutines, and other control modules.
• Responsible for conducting weekly Project Meetings, leading on site Resources & Managing Subcontractors.
• Serve as the first level of acceptance of products and features designed and developed by the team.
• Ensure quality and on-time delivery by continuing to monitor and support products through all phases of the software development lifecycles.
• Assist the client in development of core positioning and messaging for products as well as launch marketing plans.
• Work with third parties to assess the potential for partnerships and licensing opportunities where needed.
• Assist in hand-off and training sessions with clients developing training materials as needed.
• Become knowledgeable on the CDM technical requirements for SSA’s CDM program. Understand your role in CDM activities.
• Maintain backlogs and priorities for product enhancements, and own product development roadmaps.
• Providing expertise in both the Linux and Windows environments (including Active Directory) to support O&M activities including 24x7 enterprise support.
• Support the Agency’s existing and future CDM platforms and OIS’ expanding security infrastructure.
• Key areas that to focus in CIA Team (Cybersecurity Infrastructure & Administration (CIAT):

Requirements

Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities needed.

• Bachelor’s degree and 7 years of experience, Master's degree and 5 years of experience, or 11 years of experience in lieu of a degree
• Experience in Agile Product Management
• Document baselines and monitor KPIs to determine success of product against stated goals.
• Planning and implementing Project management strategies, based on templates and Policies of the Agency.
• Develop and maintain high-quality product requirements based on the SOW.
• Must be US Citizen or US Permanent Resident (Green card holder)
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Public Trust clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

Candidates with these skills will be given preferential consideration.

• Prior experience supporting the Social Security Administration or similar government agencies a plus
• Understanding of business processes supporting IT programs, networks, and/or cybersecurity programs
• Must be a self-starter, position is remote from the other team members.
• Must communicate clearly to team members, be comfortable with coordination, and collaboration.
• Must possess superior oral and written communications skills to convey issues, reports, and other deliverables clearly and effectively.

Benefits

The Company

We believe in generating success collaboratively, enabling long-term mission success, and building trust for the next challenge. With you as our partner, let’s solve challenges, think innovatively, and maximize impact. As a valued member of our ITC community, you have the unique opportunity to work in a diverse range of technology and business career paths, all while supporting our nation and delivering innovative technology solutions. We are a close community of experts that pride ourselves on creating an environment defined by teamwork, dedication, and excellence.

We hold three ISO certifications (27001:2013, 20000-1:2011, 9001:2015) and two CMMI ML 3 ratings (DEV and SVC).

Industry Recognition

Growth | Inc 5000’s Fastest Growing Private Companies, DC Metro List Fastest Growing; Washington Business Journal: Fastest Growing Companies, Top Performing Small Technology Companies in Greater D.C.

Culture | Northern Virginia Technology Council Tech 100 Honoree; Virginia Best Place to Work; Washington Business Journal: Best Places to Work, Corporate Diversity Index Winner – Mid-Size Companies, Companies Owned by People of Color; Department of Labor’s HireVets for our work helping veterans transition; SECAF Award of Excellence finalist; Victory Military Friendly Brand; Virginia Values Veterans (V3); Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Corporate Breath Award

Benefits

We offer great benefits – Competitive Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Identity Protection, Pet Insurance, 401(k) with company matching.

We invest in our employees – Every employee is provided with a stipend to invest in certifications, a master’s degree, or even a doctorate. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, a certification, or attend a conference. We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes commitment to continuous professional development.

We work hard, we play hard. ITC is committed to injecting fun into every day. We dedicate funds for activities – virtual and in-person – e.g., we have four season tickets to Nationals games that are available every month, we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness events, and annual celebrations. In alignment with our commitment to our communities, we host and attend charity galas/events. We believe in appreciating your commitment and building a positive workspace for you to be creative, innovative, and happy.

AAEO & VEVRAA

IT Concepts is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and a VEVRAA (Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act) Federal Contractor. As such, any personnel decisions (hire, promotion, job status, etc.) on applicants and/or employees are based on merit, qualifications, competence and business needs, not on race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, , sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information of the employee or family member of the employee, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by federal, state or local law.

IT Concepts maintains a strong commitment to compliance with VEVRAA and other applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity. We have developed comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure that our hiring practices align with these requirements.

As a part of our VEVRAA compliance efforts, [Company Name] has established an affirmative action plan that outlines our commitment to the recruitment, hiring, and advancement of protected veterans. This plan is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure its effectiveness.

We encourage protected veterans to self-identify during the application process. This information is strictly confidential and will only be used for reporting and compliance purposes as required by law. Providing this information is voluntary, and it will not impact your eligibility for employment.

Our commitment to equal employment opportunity extends beyond legal compliance. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees, including protected veterans, are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.

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Accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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