Senior IT Project Manager

GovCIO is seeking a Senior IT Project Manager to lead enterprise-level IT and cybersecurity initiatives supporting the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG). This role is primarily responsible for steering the planning, execution, and delivery of mission-critical IT infrastructure, directing cross-functional technical teams, and ensuring rigorous alignment with federal compliance and security baselines. This position will be located in Alexandria, VA, and will be a hybrid position.

Responsibilities

As a Senior IT Project Manager, you will serve as the primary driver for planning and delivering mission-critical IT projects that enhance Coast Guard operations. You will ensure complex enterprise systems are executed on time, within scope, and budget, while maintaining strict compliance with federal standards and promoting collaboration among diverse stakeholders. Key responsibilities include:

• Oversee comprehensive lifecycle planning , execution, and delivery of enterprise IT infrastructure projects and high-priority cybersecurity programs.
• Develop and maintain master project plans , integrated schedules, budgets, and strategic resource allocations in strict accordance with USCG governance processes.
• Coordinate large-scale cross-functional teams , external vendors, and multi-agency stakeholders to unify project vision and ensure successful delivery outcomes.
• Identify, monitor, and mitigate project risks , manage critical technical issues, and implement rigorous change control mechanisms throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and deliver executive-level briefings , real-time status dashboards, and key performance metrics to Coast Guard leadership and federal stakeholders.
• Promote continuous process improvement by evaluating performance trends and implementing project management best practices across Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid delivery models.
• Enforce strict alignment with federal security mandates, federal enterprise architectures, and Department of Defense (DoD) compliance baselines across all active project workstreams.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology , Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field with 12 years (or commensurate experience).

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven track record leading the delivery of large-scale, enterprise-level IT infrastructure projects, network modernization, or cybersecurity initiatives.
• Mastery of project management frameworks (PMBOK, Agile, or Hybrid models) and executing strict IT governance workflows within a government landscape.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills with direct experience preparing, presenting, and defending technical strategic plans to executive leadership.
• High proficiency using enterprise management tools (such as MS Project, ServiceNow, Jira, or equivalent PPM platforms) to track milestones, budgets, and velocity.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple high-priority initiatives simultaneously within a fast-paced, mission-driven, and highly regulated environment.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification required.

Clearance Required: Active Secret Clearance

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Direct experience supporting U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security (DHS), or Department of Defense (DoD) programs.
• Familiarity with federal IT governance frameworks , cloud migration paths (AWS/Azure GovCloud), and zero-trust cybersecurity architectures.
• Active Agile certifications highly preferred (e.g., Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), PMI-ACP, or SAFe Agilist).
• Strong understanding of federal compliance metrics , including Risk Management Framework (RMF), NIST guidelines, and DISA STIGs.

Posted Salary Range

USD $145,000.00 - USD $175,000.00 /Yr.