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Public Trust
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Management
Suitland, MD (On-Site/Office)
Responsibilities & Qualifications
MINIMUM/GENERAL EXPERIENCE :
Eight (8) or more years of progressive experience in information technology or information systems, with a minimum of five (5) years performing IT project management functions. Experience must include managing projects across the full system development life cycle (SDLC), from requirements definition through implementation and closeout. The individual must demonstrate experience managing multiple, related projects simultaneously and applying industry-standard project management practices, including schedule, cost, and risk management, in support of complex IT initiatives.
MINIMUM EDUCATION : A Bachelor s Degree in a discipline related to the contract work or in a business or technology related field. With a relevant Master s Degree ten (10) years general experience with at least five (5) years of specialized experience required . Fifteen (15) years of applicable experience may be substituted for degree requirements.
ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE AREAS PREFERRED:
The U.S. Census Bureau (USCB) is the nation's leading source of high-quality data on the population and economy, supporting evidence-based decision-making across the Federal Government, industry, and the public. To sustain and modernize its data infrastructure, the Census Bureau is establishing an enterprise Database Center of Excellence ( DCoE ) to centralize and standardize database administration services across the organization.
Census Bureau systems operate within a complex, heterogeneous IT ecosystem that includes multiple operating systems, database technologies, and deployment models. Th is position works collaboratively with program offices, infrastructure teams, and cybersecurity stakeholders to ensure consistent, secure, and reliable database services across the enterprise.
FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Overview
We are seeking a Program Manager to perform various activities to support the success of the team in providing quality IT services to USCB.
T ekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. "Technology moving at the speed of thought" embodies these principles - the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.
We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.
Visit us at www.TekSynap.com .
Apply now to explore jobs with us!
The safety and health of our employees is of the utmost importance. Employees are required to comply with any vaccination requirements mandated by contract, applicable law or regulation.
By applying to a role at TekSynap you are providing consent to receive text messages regarding your interview and employment status. If at any time you would like to opt out of text messaging, respond "STOP".
As part of the application process, you agree that TekSynap Corporation may retain and use your name, e-mail, and contact information for purposes related to employment consideration.
Additional Job Information
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE
U.S. Citizenship
Clearance: Public Trust - Moderate Risk
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as "protected status"). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.
MINIMUM/GENERAL EXPERIENCE :
Eight (8) or more years of progressive experience in information technology or information systems, with a minimum of five (5) years performing IT project management functions. Experience must include managing projects across the full system development life cycle (SDLC), from requirements definition through implementation and closeout. The individual must demonstrate experience managing multiple, related projects simultaneously and applying industry-standard project management practices, including schedule, cost, and risk management, in support of complex IT initiatives.
MINIMUM EDUCATION : A Bachelor s Degree in a discipline related to the contract work or in a business or technology related field. With a relevant Master s Degree ten (10) years general experience with at least five (5) years of specialized experience required . Fifteen (15) years of applicable experience may be substituted for degree requirements.
ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE AREAS PREFERRED:
- Minimum five (5) years of experience performing IT project management functions.
- Minimum three (3) years of experience using Microsoft Project for schedule development and tracking.
- Minimum three (3) years of experience applying Earned Value Management (EVM) methodologies.
- Minimum three (3) years of experience performing formal risk management activities.
- Experience working in a software engineering environment following industry best practices such as CMMI, ITIL, or similar frameworks.
- Active or current Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
- Prior experience supporting Federal Government IT projects or programs preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly to diverse audiences.
The U.S. Census Bureau (USCB) is the nation's leading source of high-quality data on the population and economy, supporting evidence-based decision-making across the Federal Government, industry, and the public. To sustain and modernize its data infrastructure, the Census Bureau is establishing an enterprise Database Center of Excellence ( DCoE ) to centralize and standardize database administration services across the organization.
Census Bureau systems operate within a complex, heterogeneous IT ecosystem that includes multiple operating systems, database technologies, and deployment models. Th is position works collaboratively with program offices, infrastructure teams, and cybersecurity stakeholders to ensure consistent, secure, and reliable database services across the enterprise.
FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Plans, coordinates, and manages IT projects and programs throughout the full project lifecycle, from requirements definition through implementation and closeout.
- Develops, maintains , and tracks integrated project schedules, cost baselines, and performance metrics using industry-standard tools, including Microsoft Project .
- Applies Earned Value Management (EVM) principles to monitor project cost, schedule, and technical performance and to support informed decision-making.
- Identifies , analyzes, and manages project risks and issues; develops mitigation strategies and tracks risk response actions throughout program execution.
- Manages day-to-day project operations, including task execution, workflow coordination, and process adherence, in addition to managing assigned resources.
- Coordinates with technical teams, stakeholders, and leadership to ensure alignment with project objectives , schedules, and deliverables.
- Implements and manages Software Process Improvement activities to enhance efficiency, quality, and repeatability of project execution.
- Ensures projects are executed in accordance with approved Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) processes and industry best practices.
- Prepares and delivers project documentation, status reports, briefings, and other communications for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Provides advisory support to program and project teams regarding planning, execution, risk management, and operational decision-making.
Overview
We are seeking a Program Manager to perform various activities to support the success of the team in providing quality IT services to USCB.
T ekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. "Technology moving at the speed of thought" embodies these principles - the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.
We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.
Visit us at www.TekSynap.com .
Apply now to explore jobs with us!
The safety and health of our employees is of the utmost importance. Employees are required to comply with any vaccination requirements mandated by contract, applicable law or regulation.
By applying to a role at TekSynap you are providing consent to receive text messages regarding your interview and employment status. If at any time you would like to opt out of text messaging, respond "STOP".
As part of the application process, you agree that TekSynap Corporation may retain and use your name, e-mail, and contact information for purposes related to employment consideration.
Additional Job Information
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Location : Suitland , MD
- Type of environment: Office
- Noise level: Low
- Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday - Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
- Amount of Travel: Less than 10%
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE
U.S. Citizenship
Clearance: Public Trust - Moderate Risk
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as "protected status"). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.
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