{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"6fd4b154db13c3aa65575b7d","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/6fd4b154db13c3aa65575b7d","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/6fd4b154db13c3aa65575b7d","title":"IT Project Manager","description":"Company Overview:\nAt ValidaTek, we modernize and optimize IT services to solve some of the most critical challenges facing federal civilian and defense agencies. From customers to partners to top-talent employees, ValidaTek puts people first, empowering them to exceed expectations and transform government organizations. Our employees are building purpose-driven careers, not just filling jobs. We bring together people with many different perspectives, experiences, and talents to drive innovation and achieve more together than we can individually. Our commitment to quality and performance optimization is the reason why our IT Service Projects and New Development Projects have been appraised at CMMI Maturity Level 5, positioning us as one of a handful of elite companies to receive the highest form of third-party validation. www.validatek.com\nSummary:\nThe IT Project Manager is responsible for the planning, management, execution, and delivery of IT projects supporting organizational and mission objectives. This role leads project teams, manages resources, schedules, budgets, risks, and stakeholder communications, while ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.\nResponsibilities:\n\nPlan, manage, and execute small to large-scale IT projects.\nDevelop and maintain project artifacts including project charters, schedules, plans, dashboards, and requirements documentation.\nMonitor project performance, risks, issues, budgets, and resource utilization.\nCoordinate activities among technical teams, business stakeholders, and project resources.\nBrief senior leadership on project status, risks, milestones, and key decisions.\nEnsure compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and cybersecurity requirements.\nIdentify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.\nRecommend IT strategies, policies, and process improvements based on organizational needs and emerging trends.\nLead project meetings, facilitate communication, and drive successful project outcomes.\nQualifications:\nBachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business, Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).\nMinimum of five (5) years of IT project management experience leading both complex and small IT projects.\nActive Top Secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility\nProject Management Professional (PMP) certification required.\nExperience with project planning, scheduling, budgeting, resource management, quality management, and risk management.\nStrong leadership, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience briefing senior leadership.\nUnderstanding of cybersecurity requirements and their impact on project delivery.\nPreferred Skills:\nTechnical management and IT systems understanding.\nStrategic planning and decision-making capabilities.\nExperience managing cross-functional teams and multiple concurrent projects.\nAbility to analyze organizational needs and translate them into actionable project plans.\nSalary Disclosure:\nActual salary will be based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location, contract affordability, internal equity, education, and certifications. The upper end of the salary range may be reserved for individuals who have demonstrated tenure with the company, seniority, and proven excellent performance. This includes factors such as education, certifications, and extensive/unique experience beyond what is required.\nEEO Statement:\nValidaTek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to verify authorization to work in the United States. Offers of employment will be contingent upon passing a post-offer background check.\n\nEducation\nPreferred\nBachelors or better\nLicenses & Certifications\nPreferred\nPMP\nEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities\nThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.","company":"Validatek","rawCompany":"validatek","city":"Quantico","state":"VA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-04T20:05:20.398Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"},{"code":"15-1299.09","title":"Information Technology Project Managers","slug":"information-technology-project-managers"},{"code":"11-3021.00","title":"Computer and Information Systems Managers","slug":"computer-and-information-systems-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541611","title":"Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services","slug":"administrative-management-and-general-management-consulting-services"},{"code":"541618","title":"Other Management Consulting Services","slug":"other-management-consulting-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"IT Project Manager","description":"Company Overview:\nAt ValidaTek, we modernize and optimize IT services to solve some of the most critical challenges facing federal civilian and defense agencies. From customers to partners to top-talent employees, ValidaTek puts people first, empowering them to exceed expectations and transform government organizations. Our employees are building purpose-driven careers, not just filling jobs. We bring together people with many different perspectives, experiences, and talents to drive innovation and achieve more together than we can individually. Our commitment to quality and performance optimization is the reason why our IT Service Projects and New Development Projects have been appraised at CMMI Maturity Level 5, positioning us as one of a handful of elite companies to receive the highest form of third-party validation. www.validatek.com\nSummary:\nThe IT Project Manager is responsible for the planning, management, execution, and delivery of IT projects supporting organizational and mission objectives. This role leads project teams, manages resources, schedules, budgets, risks, and stakeholder communications, while ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.\nResponsibilities:\n\nPlan, manage, and execute small to large-scale IT projects.\nDevelop and maintain project artifacts including project charters, schedules, plans, dashboards, and requirements documentation.\nMonitor project performance, risks, issues, budgets, and resource utilization.\nCoordinate activities among technical teams, business stakeholders, and project resources.\nBrief senior leadership on project status, risks, milestones, and key decisions.\nEnsure compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and cybersecurity requirements.\nIdentify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.\nRecommend IT strategies, policies, and process improvements based on organizational needs and emerging trends.\nLead project meetings, facilitate communication, and drive successful project outcomes.\nQualifications:\nBachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business, Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).\nMinimum of five (5) years of IT project management experience leading both complex and small IT projects.\nActive Top Secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility\nProject Management Professional (PMP) certification required.\nExperience with project planning, scheduling, budgeting, resource management, quality management, and risk management.\nStrong leadership, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience briefing senior leadership.\nUnderstanding of cybersecurity requirements and their impact on project delivery.\nPreferred Skills:\nTechnical management and IT systems understanding.\nStrategic planning and decision-making capabilities.\nExperience managing cross-functional teams and multiple concurrent projects.\nAbility to analyze organizational needs and translate them into actionable project plans.\nSalary Disclosure:\nActual salary will be based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location, contract affordability, internal equity, education, and certifications. The upper end of the salary range may be reserved for individuals who have demonstrated tenure with the company, seniority, and proven excellent performance. This includes factors such as education, certifications, and extensive/unique experience beyond what is required.\nEEO Statement:\nValidaTek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to verify authorization to work in the United States. Offers of employment will be contingent upon passing a post-offer background check.\n\nEducation\nPreferred\nBachelors or better\nLicenses & Certifications\nPreferred\nPMP\nEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities\nThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. 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