Portfolio Manager (VA ESOM)

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, Inc. (ITC) is seeking an experienced Portfolio Manager to support our VA-ESOM-End Point Support and Operations Monitoring contract. The Portfolio Manager must have experience managing Information Technology related projects. Must be well versed in Project life cycle and Portfolio management methodologies. Must have experience in tracking portfolio budget, costs, schedules and performance progress. Must be able to identify and mitigate program and portfolio risks. 

Responsibilities: 

• Ownership 

• Understand how all the components of a Business Operations portfolio must align for successful execution, and translate into clear roadmaps, schedules, and budgets, and tracking progress across multiple projects. 

• Manage IT Asset Management / ITSM scope using proven portfolio management (example: Lean Portfolio Management-Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)) to ensure efficient and scalable delivery. 

• Collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical teams, deliver concise and impactful briefings to leadership, and build strong partnerships 

• Address and mitigate program risks and issues as they arise 

• Responsible for building and managing a team project manager (s) 

• Execution 

• Take full accountability for the successful execution (cost, schedule, technical) of multiple active ITSM projects. Provide periodic updates on financial actuals and forecasts, and deliver status reports 

• Processes and Other duties 

• Contribute to best practices for project start-up, execution, and close-out. Leverage lessons learned from past projects, adapting them to agency approach to establish streamlined processes in areas such as project management, risk management, contractual deliveries, and performance monitoring. 

• Perform additional responsibilities as needed to support the overall success of the portfolio and ESOM Business Operations
• Stakeholder Management and Collaboration 
• Collaborate with ESOM Business Operations Contract Lead and ESOM Business Operations Team members to provide a wholistic picture including but not limited to: 

• Deliver high-quality IT Asset Management Portfolio that delights the agency and users on-time, within budget, and in full compliance with contractual commitments. 

• Regularly communicate the portfolio progress, and performance to leadership 

• Closely partner with the ESOM Business Operations Contract Lead providing insights on portfolio / project roadmaps and enable ESOM Business Operations Contract lead to succeed as “the voice to the customer” 

Location: This position can be performed in a remote working environment and will be supporting Eastern Time working hours. 

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Systems, Business or related scientific /technical discipline. (8 years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for education) 

• 12 years of relevant experience in Portfolio / Project management 

• Familiarity with and leadership experience in SAFe, PMI, Scrum, Hybrid or other similarly rigorous organizational frameworks. 

• Serve as a team or task lead, with supervisory responsibility. 

• Mentor and guide project managers in planning and executing their responsibilities 

• Understanding of formal change management processes 

• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to create plans, build teams, and execute with strong ownership and minimal oversight. 

• A continuous learner who thrives in uncertainty, takes calculated risks, and learns from experiences. 

• Proactive, consistently taking initiative and advocating for necessary actions. 

• High emotional intelligence, with the ability to effectively communicate and empathize with staff, colleagues, cross-functional teams, and customers. 

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. 

• Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices 
• Active PMP or equivalent Certification 

Preferred: 

• Experience supporting a federal client. 

• Portfolio Management Certification 

• Section 508 conformance experience or knowledge 

Clearance requirements:  

• Able to obtain and maintain Public Trust Clearance. 
• US Citizen or Green Card holder. 

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 team, 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 competitive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401k including an employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more. 

We invest in our employees – Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development.  Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, complete a certification, or other professional growth and networking. 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 incorporating fun into every day. We dedicate funds for activities – virtual and in-person – e.g., we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations. In alignment with our commitment to our communities, we also 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

ITC 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.

ITC 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 our hiring practices align with these requirements.

As a part of our VEVRAA compliance efforts, ITC 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.

How to Apply

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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. If you need to discuss reasonable accommodations, please email careers@useitc.com.