Project Manager

Agile Defense

. Oversee multiple technical/scientific projects or one larger project under general oversight of a program manager .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $160,000 - $175,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Agile project management, including leading Agile teams and managing Agile Release Trains. Proficient in risk management, SDLC phases, and compliance with DHS IT security standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

PMP CertificationAgile Frameworks (SAFe, Scrum, DevSecOps, Lean Agile)Risk Management PlanningExperience Managing Agile Release TrainsProficiency in MS Project

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Hard Skills

Agile Project ManagementSDLC PhasesQuality Assurance PlansProgram Management PlansBacklog GroomingSprint PlanningPerformance Metrics AnalysisIncident ManagementApplication TroubleshootingVulnerability Scanning

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingAnalytical SkillsLeadershipDecision-Making

Tools & Technologies

ALM ToolsMS ProjectScheduling Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP CertificationPublic Trust Clearance

Industry Keywords

Agile Release TrainsTSA Systems Engineering LifecycleDHS IT Security StandardsSection 508 Accessibility StandardsRACI Matrices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityPMPSDLC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee multiple technical/scientific projects or one larger project under general oversight of a program manager
Provide innovative solutions to complex problems affecting project success
Build and maintain working relationships with vendors and other departments
Maintain customer contact as needed
Prepare project status reports for upper management
Lead and manage Agile teams and Agile Release Trains
Oversee Agile ceremonies, SDLC phases, risk management, performance metrics, cybersecurity processes, scheduling, resource allocation, quality assurance, incident management, system support, documentation, reporting, compliance, and accessibility

Requirements

What you’ll need

Public Trust clearance, with ability to obtain a clearance
PMP certification required
Typically a Bachelor's degree and 9–11 years of experience, or equivalent relevant work experience; each year of work experience may substitute for each year of education required
Proficiency in Agile frameworks such as SAFe, Scrum, DevSecOps, and Lean Agile
Experience managing Agile Release Trains and leading Agile teams
Experience overseeing backlog grooming, sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and program increments
Experience managing projects through all SDLC phases
Familiarity with TSA Systems Engineering Lifecycle processes and gate reviews
Risk management planning, mitigation, monitoring, and technical risk escalation
Experience using ALM tools and analyzing performance and quality metrics
Familiarity with POA&M resolution, DHS IT security standards, vulnerability scanning, risk assessments, and IT contingency plans
Experience developing Program Management Plans, communication plans, RACI matrices, budgets, resource allocations, and schedules
Experience managing cross-functional teams, including federal employees, contractors, and external vendors
Experience managing transition-in and transition-out phases for government contracts
Proficiency in MS Project or similar scheduling tools
Experience implementing Quality Assurance Plans and Quality Control Plans
Experience handling critical incidents and root cause analysis
Knowledge of O&M processes, Tier 3 support, application troubleshooting, and monitoring tools
Experience managing deliverables, program status, metrics, and burn rates
Knowledge of Section 508 accessibility standards
Strong problem-solving, analytical, leadership, and decision-making skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities