Senior IT Project Manager (NSGS)
US-Remote
Careers (External)
Req #: 9259
Type: Full-Time
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Overview: GovCIO is seeking a Senior IT Project Manager to support mission-critical infrastructure modernization programs for the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG). This position will serve as a key technical leader within the PMO, driving the concurrent execution of complex enterprise network tech refreshes, Out-of-Band (OOB) Management system deployments, and legacy VSAT replacement programs across USCG sites. This position will be a fully remote position. Responsibilities: As a Senior IT Project Manager, you will serve as the primary leader responsible for the end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of complex IT infrastructure and enterprise network projects to ensure USCG mission success. You will coordinate closely with USCG stakeholders, cross-functional engineering teams, field technicians, and vendor partners to ensure smooth technology upgrades with minimal operational disruption. Key responsibilities include: * Lead, plan, and execute multiple parallel IT infrastructure projects from initiation through closure, focusing heavily on USCG network hardware refreshes, OOB management deployments, and legacy VSAT transitions. * Define project scope, build detailed work breakdown structures (WBS), maintain integrated master schedules, and proactively manage critical paths to prevent engineering and deployment bottlenecks. * Identify, track, and mitigate technical, logistical, and timeline risks early; develop comprehensive contingency plans to minimize network downtime during critical cutovers. * Serve as a primary point of contact for USCG leadership, technical leads, and third-party vendors, ensuring strict adherence to SLAs, delivery timelines, and military regulations. * Manage project budgets, track expenditures, forecast financial requirements, and coordinate procurement workflows for global network hardware and connectivity services. * Coordinate the allocation and daily tasks of network engineers, field technicians, site readiness coordinators, and security teams across various USCG deployment locations. * Quality-check and oversee the submission of all project deliverables, engineering documentation, change management tickets, and Monthly Status Reports (MSRs). * Drive operational efficiencies by implementing best practices in IT project management and aligning deployments with USCG and federal architecture standards. Qualifications: Bachelor's (or equivalent) with 12+ years of experience. Required Skills & Experience * Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent federal project management certification. * Proven experience managing large-scale federal contracts or enterprise IT infrastructure deployments, preferably within the DoD, DHS, or USCG environment. * Direct IT project management experience deploying Out-of-Band (OOB) Management architectures (e.g., Opengear, Perle, Cradlepoint) for remote network resilience. * Solid understanding of satellite communications, specifically managing legacy VSAT hardware replacements, link migrations, and troubleshooting circuit transitions. * Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with experience presenting technical deployment strategies and program status briefings to executive-level government stakeholders. * Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel (advanced formulas/pivots), and integrated PMO tools for tracking schedules, resource allocation, and performance. Clearance Level: Must be able to attain and maintain a Public Trust Preferred Skills and Experience * Technical certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, ITIL) are a strong plus. * Direct experience supporting U.S. Coast Guard missions, specifically within C5I or similar technical network directorates. * Expert proficiency in Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid project management frameworks using Jira and Confluence. * Experience managing complex procurement cycles and vendor contracts for global telecommunications and network equipment.
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