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Space Systems Command · 1 day ago

IT PROJECT MANAGER

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$104K/yr - $161K/yr

7+ years exp

US Space Systems Command is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead the evolution of their NIPR and SIPR networks. The role involves translating strategic objectives into project plans, deploying new technologies, and ensuring the reliability and security of networks to support national security missions.

AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead the evolution of NIPR and SIPR networks

Translate strategic objectives into concrete project plans

Orchestrate the deployment of new technologies

Ensure the unwavering reliability and security of networks

Consult with leadership and mission partners to shape the future of the technological landscape

Qualification

IT Project ManagementNIPRNetSIPRNetProject Management Professional (PMP)DoD budgeting processesIT policy formulationAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsTechnical leadership

Required

U.S. Citizenship Required

Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and OPM prescribed 'Unscheduled Telework'

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance

Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise

May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis

Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY): Approximately 15 days per year

May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of temporary duty assignments

Meeting DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II requirements (e.g., Security+ CE) is mandatory

Over seven years of experience managing complex IT projects within a Department of War environment, preferably with the Air Force or Space Force

Proven experience with the lifecycle management of NIPRNet and SIPRNet infrastructure

Strong track record of translating complex requirements from diverse stakeholders, including senior leadership, into actionable project plans

Adept at authoring and enforcing IT policies within a regulated government environment

Knowledge of a wide range of IT principles, concepts, methods, advancements, policies, design, development, testing and applications, both hardware and software sufficient to assess the organization's IT business requirements and convince management toward a specific course of action

Knowledge of the organization's policy and planning form policy and planning formulation process along with its missions, goals, and objectives to prepare IT policies and plans

Knowledge of acquisition requirements, budgetary processes, cost-benefit analysis methods, and analysis of performance data to prepare persuasive budget recommendations in support of IT requirements

Knowledge of systems architecture, integration techniques, and testing methods sufficient to conduct feasibility studies

Ability to analyze complexities of existing technology, review/revise/develop policy, initiate plans for enhancements, and provide management sufficient technical and cost of analysis information, through written documentation and oral briefings, to render informed judgments

Ability to stay well informed on rapidly changing technology, to evaluate its possible impact on organization missions, and to develop plans to satisfy requirements

Ability to communicate both orally and in writing