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National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) · 1 hour ago

IT Project Manager

Chantilly, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$105K/yr - $173K/yr

3+ years exp

The National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) is seeking an IT Project Manager to lead technology initiatives for complex IT projects in national security environments. The role involves managing cybersecurity projects, developing project plans, and ensuring alignment with mission requirements.

Defense & Space

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Managing complex IT and cybersecurity projects for intelligence and reconnaissance systems

Developing project plans, schedules, and resource requirements

Monitoring project activities and evaluating accomplishments

Providing expert technical advice on project management matters

Developing and interpreting policies and procedures for IT project management

Making decisions or recommendations that significantly influence important agency IT projects

Ensuring cybersecurity requirements are integrated throughout the project lifecycle

Managing the implementation of security controls and risk management frameworks

Coordinating with stakeholders to ensure project alignment with mission requirements

Overseeing the acquisition of IT systems and services in accordance with federal regulations

Qualification

IT project managementCybersecurity knowledgeFederal acquisition processesProject planningRisk management frameworksStakeholder coordinationTechnical advicePolicy developmentIT architecture understandingCommunication skills

Required

U.S. Citizenship is required

You must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance

You will be subject to preemployment and periodic drug testing

You will be subject to preemployment and periodic polygraph examinations

Minimum of 3 years of specialized experience in IT project management

Experience with the interrelationships of multiple IT specialties

Understanding of an organization's IT architecture

Knowledge of new IT developments and applications

Strong knowledge of IT security concepts, standards, and methods

Experience with project management principles, methods, and practices, including developing plans and schedules, estimating resource requirements, defining milestones and deliverables, monitoring activities, and evaluating and reporting on accomplishments

Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and practices as they relate to IT project management

Experience with federal acquisition processes and regulations

Preferred

Highly desired: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, or Computer Science from an ABET accredited or CAE designated institution

Training: Basic level CCYB 002

Certification: Approved DoD 8140 cyber-related certification