Project Management Support, High Mid - level - Secret Clearance

Project Management Support, High Mid-Level - Secret Clearance

Job Type: Full-Time, On-site, (Pending Contract Award)

Location: NNSY, Portsmouth, VA

Clearance Required: Position requires an active DoD Secret Clearance

Experience Level: (7–10 Years)

Certifications Required: Project Management Professional (PMP) or ITIL v3 Intermediate certification (required)

Mandatory: Considering local candidates with US Citizenship only. Employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Overview

MILVETS is currently seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in IT transformation projects and program management. The ideal candidate will bring proven expertise in leading complex initiatives, coordinating across stakeholders, and delivering measurable results. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and aligned with mission objectives.

About the Company

Since its founding in 1986, MILVETS Systems Technology, Inc. has been a reliable provider of quality services in the information and technology fields. As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, certified by the Small Business Administration as a Small Disadvantaged Business, the company was founded to offer efficient, cost-effective information technology services to commercial and government clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage IT transformation projects, including planning, scheduling, execution, and performance reporting.
• Develop and manage project schedules, milestones, deliverables, and risk/issue tracking.
• Coordinate with technical teams, stakeholders, and leadership to ensure alignment with program objectives.
• Provide oversight for risk management, quality assurance, and performance metrics reporting.
• Manage budget planning, acquisition planning, and programmatic support activities.
• Support governance processes by preparing project documentation, briefs, and reports.
• Ensure compliance with organizational standards, best practices, and quality management frameworks.

Technical Expertise

• Proficiency in project planning and scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, or similar).
• Strong knowledge of IT transformation initiatives, systems design, and technology assessments.
• Familiarity with Network Operations (NetOps) C2 requirements and systems analysis.
• Experience with risk and quality management methodologies.
• Understanding of acquisition and budget planning processes.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in an IT-related discipline and minimum of 5 years of experience in IT transformation project management OR 9 years of relevant professional experience without a degree.
• Experience: Minimum 7 years of project management experience, including at least 5 years managing IT transformation projects. At least 2 of those years must be in one or more of the following areas: Network Operations (NetOps) C2, technology assessments, system design, systems analysis, programmatic support, quality assurance, acquisition planning, or budget planning.
• Certification: PMP or ITILv3 Intermediate certification (required).

Preferred Attributes

• Strong background in federal or defense IT programs.
• Proven success leading cross-functional teams in complex technical environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to brief executives and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to implement best practices in risk management, schedule management, and performance reporting.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, with a focus on achieving results.