Expedite Talent Solutions · 5 hours ago
GA DHS - Application Manager
Atlanta, GA
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expExpedite Talent Solutions is seeking an Application Manager to oversee multiple application projects and ensure effective coordination between cross-functional teams. The role involves managing project execution, resource allocation, vendor relationships, and ensuring that deliverables align with business objectives and quality standards.
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Responsibilities
Facilitate coordination between cross-functional teams and work streams to ensure effective communication, knowledge sharing, and alignment across departments
Drive collaboration between different teams, ensuring each work stream is on track with clear ownership and timelines
Act as the main point of contact between work streams, ensuring dependencies between teams are identified and managed proactively
Develop comprehensive project plans that outline clear goals, milestones, deadlines, and responsibilities across multiple work streams
Track the progress of all work streams within a project, ensuring individual streams align with overall project objectives and timelines
Address any delays or issues that arise, ensuring smooth project progression and efficient handling of inter dependencies
Monitor team capacity and bandwidth across work streams to ensure resources are optimally allocated and no team or individual is overburdened
Reallocate resources as needed to maintain a balanced workload and ensure high-priority tasks are completed on time
Ensure alignment of resources across multiple work streams to avoid conflicts and optimize productivity
Continuously monitor and evaluate the performance of teams and work streams, using data to assess productivity and identify areas for improvement
Provide regular feedback to team members and work stream leaders, identifying opportunities for process improvements or resource adjustments
Report on the status of project deliverables and team performance to senior leadership, offering insights and actionable recommendations
Ensure the timely completion of tasks across work streams, adjusting as needed to accommodate shifts in priorities or resources
Evaluate the outcomes of completed projects, identifying key successes and areas for future improvement
Proactively identify and address potential risks, including cybersecurity vulnerabilities or compliance issues, that may affect the progress or quality of work across different work streams
Develop risk mitigation plans and implement corrective actions promptly to keep projects on course
Ensure that all project risks, including those related to security policies and data protection, are communicated to stakeholders in a timely manner
Maintain familiarity with state agency security regulations and ensure that applications and systems comply with applicable state and federal security policies and standards
Work closely with enterprise security teams to review and validate security architecture for applications across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments
Provide ongoing security guidance to application development and DevOps teams, ensuring adherence to security best practices throughout the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
Collaborate on the implementation of secure CI/CD pipelines, integrating security checks such as static/dynamic code analysis, secrets scanning, and artifact integrity verification
Guide teams on proper configuration and use of cloud security services (e.g., IAM, encryption, network security controls) in platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
Assist in developing and enforcing infrastructure security standards, including secure provisioning, patch management, and hardening of resources across environments
Participate in threat modeling and security risk assessments to proactively identify and mitigate vulnerabilities in application design and deployment strategies
Oversee relationships with external vendors, ensuring they deliver products and services on time and within agreed-upon terms
Collaborate with vendors to resolve any project-related issues and ensure their deliverables meet organizational and security standards
Ensure vendor engagements include appropriate security clauses and that vendors adhere to state-mandated cybersecurity practices
Identify opportunities to streamline workflows across work streams, improve communication, and increase efficiency
Implement best practices and process improvements to optimize project execution, resource allocation, and team collaboration
Continuously integrate security best practices into the application lifecycle and project management methodologies
Qualification
Required
10+ years experience in application management, project oversight, and cross-functional team coordination
Strong leadership and organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to manage and oversee multiple teams and work streams simultaneously
Proven experience collaborating with security architects and engineering teams to ensure secure application design and deployment
Strong understanding of cloud security principles, including identity management, encryption, and network segmentation
Experience with secure CI/CD practices and infrastructure-as-code security controls (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, GitOps)
Familiarity with security tools and platforms, container security, vulnerability management, and SIEM systems
Demonstrated experience with cybersecurity principles, secure application development, and compliance with state agency IT security policies
Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as NIST, HIPAA, CJIS, or other relevant government security standards
Experience in vendor management, including negotiation, performance tracking, and contract management
Expertise in project management tools and methodologies, with the ability to track performance and optimize resources effectively
Excellent communication skills with the ability to drive cross-functional collaboration and manage complex relationships
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage risks and resolve issues in a timely manner
Company
Expedite Talent Solutions
Expedite Talent Solutions is a minority- and woman-owned firm delivering agile staffing, project outsourcing, and professional services to clients across the Healthcare, Commercial, and Public Sectors.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Sandeep Singh
Associate Director / Sr. Client Partner
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