IT Operations & Investment SME - Remote Eligible

IT Operations & Investment SME

Nationwide IT Services (NIS) is seeking an experienced IT Operations & Investment Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support USDA in the planning, execution, and delivery of IT programs and projects aligned with federal investment standards for a potential opportunity.

This role provides coordination, oversight, and administrative support to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. The ideal candidate brings strong project management expertise combined with business process improvement knowledge.

This is a remote position, contingent upon contract award.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and manage assigned projects and program work packages
• Support full project lifecycle activities, including planning, execution, and closeout
• Ensure alignment with program goals, timelines, and enterprise impact

Project Management & Compliance

• Manage projects in accordance with Federal Acquisition standards for major IT investments
• Develop and maintain key project artifacts, including: project plans, gate review packages, risk tracking tools, budget and expenditure reports

Reporting & Communication

• Provide regular project status updates to stakeholders and oversight bodies
• Prepare executive-level reports, presentations, and briefings
• Facilitate meetings, including agendas and documentation

Risk & Issue Management

• Identify and assess risks impacting schedule, scope, or budget
• Recommend and implement mitigation strategies
• Proactively address variances with corrective actions

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with technical teams, business stakeholders, and investment teams
• Gather and define customer requirements through collaboration
• Ensure alignment across cross-functional teams

Tools & Documentation

• Develop deliverables using Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
• Maintain project documentation in government systems such as SharePoint, JIRA, and Confluence

Investment Support

• Support IT investment reporting requirements
• Collaborate with investment teams to ensure accurate and timely deliverables

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience providing operational oversight, operational reporting, and investment management support aligned with federal acquisition standards.
• Experience supporting IT operations and investment-related projects
• Strong understanding of federal project management and acquisition processes
• Proven experience managing multiple, complex projects with aggressive timelines
• Experience with enterprise-level systems and cross-functional teams
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Business Process Improvement methodologies
• Familiarity with government reporting and oversight processes
• Experience working in high-visibility, enterprise IT environments

Key Skills

• Project coordination and planning
• Risk and issue management
• Stakeholder communication
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational and documentation skills

Why Join Nationwide IT Services?

Nationwide IT Services is a trusted government contractor supporting Department of Defense customers. We offer the opportunity to work on high-impact cybersecurity missions alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative and growth-focused environment.