IT Project Manager I - Top Secret Clearance with Security Clearance

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Job description

AMERICANS SYSTEMS is on the hunt for a dynamic and experienced IT Project Manager I with a TOP SECRET clearance to support our US Government client's innovative IT network and web applications at China Lake, CA. Play a critical role in a mission-driven environment and elevate your career as an empowered employee-owner with us! As a Project Manager I, you will: Lead, motivate, and manage project teams, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment. Foster a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging innovation and efficiency within project teams. Be a part of an empowered accountability culture where each employee-owner has a meaningful stake in the future success and growth of the company. Receive a robust benefits package that includes Employee Stock Ownership Plan . A Day in the Life of a Project Manager I: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, translating their needs into actionable feature requirements. Develop and maintain departmental procedures, standards, and guidelines for provisioning bare metal and virtual systems. Manage projects related to web-based applications, using PMBOK, AGILE, and SCRUM methodologies. Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, resources, budgets, and risk assessments. Collaborate with designers, developers, and QA teams to ensure project requirements are understood and met. Conduct research, installation, testing, and evaluation of hardware and software within security boundaries. Implement and manage change processes across all layers of the stack. Manage stakeholder expectations through regular updates and strategic advisory. Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies. Monitor project progress, making necessary adjustments to ensure on-time and within-budget delivery. Understand and implement cybersecurity measures and protocols. Understand and leverage CI devices utilizing hardware, network, and application virtualization. Coordinate with QA teams to track and resolve bugs and issues. Create comprehensive project documentation, including feature requirements, user stories, and wireframes. Prepare and present detailed project reports and dashboards to senior management. Job Requirements Must have a Top Secret Clearance Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Math, or other technical discipline OR High school diploma + 3 years of management experience 8 years of overall experience with at least 3 years of management experience in an IT environment. Previous direct involvement in production work. Demonstrated management of 10-20 personnel performing IT-related tasks. Working knowledge of/familiarity with: Solaris with Trusted Extensions, Linux, Windows, and networking. MySQL, Oracle, data warehousing. Web-based system technologies including HTML, CSS, PHP, JavaScript, and AJAX. Ability to work on-site (no hybrid/remote) Who We Are: Founded in 1975, AMERICAN SYSTEMS is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States. We are a government services contractor focused on delivering Strategic Solutions to complex national priority programs with 100+ locations worldwide. Through our focus on quality, strong cultural beliefs and innovation we deliver excellence every day. Company Awards: Forbes National Best Midsize Companies Energage National Best Workplaces, National Washington Post Best Workplaces Veteran Hiring Awards: GOLD AWARD by U.S. Department of Labor HIRE Vets Medallion Program TOP 10 MILITARY FRIENDLY EMPLOYER by BEST FOR VETS EMPLOYER by Military Times AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary/hourly range for this position is $140,000 - $160,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans (including ESOP and 401k), insurance programs, and education and training assistance. EOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

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