Project Manager

Position Title: Project Manager

Position Status: 12-month contract with extensions

Schedule: REMOTE

Overview: Our client is looking for a Project Manager for a HYBRID position based out of Richmond, VA.

Responsibilities:

Seeking an IT project manager to manage the planning, implementation, and close out of various cybersecurity projects aimed at improving local government cybersecurity practices.

Initiating a series of projects to manage and reduce systemic cyber risk with local government entities and is seeking an IT project manager to manage these projects. This individual will be responsible for managing the planning, implementation, and close out of various cybersecurity projects aimed at improving local government cybersecurity practices.

Managing medium complexity cybersecurity projects throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring on time and on budget delivery.

Manage day-to-day project activities, including task assignments, progress tracking, budget tracking and issue resolution.

Monitor project progress, anticipate and identify potential risks or delays; assist in implementing mitigation strategies as needed.

Coordinate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders across state and local government and third-party suppliers to ensure project alignment and successful delivery.

Developing, organizing and maintaining project documentation, including documentation required for federal grant compliance.

Other SLCGP (State and Locality Cybersecurity Grant Program) related tasks as assigned.

Requirements:

Strong organization skills including attention to detail, multitasking.

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools.

Active PMP certification required from PMI (pls upload in Vector to be considered).

Experience leading cybersecurity projects.

Experience with state and/or federal government IT procurement requirements and procurement laws and processes as it relates to managing projects.

Experience with managing grant funded projects (federal, state or not-for-profit).

Proven working experience in project management.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

About Our Client: Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace by both policy and practice. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition. Employment and personnel practices conform to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding non-discrimination. While the Company is committed to following this principle in every facet of employment, all employees share in the responsibility to promote and foster a favorable work environment.