Technology Project Manager

Guidehouse

. Lead planning, execution, and delivery of complex technology modernization, interoperability, and data management initiatives supporting a federal client .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $130,000 - $216,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing full lifecycle technology projects, including technology modernization, systems integration, and data management initiatives within federal environments. Proficient in Agile methodologies and effective communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Active Secret Security ClearanceProject Management Professional (PMP)Experience Leading Full Lifecycle Technology ProjectsAgile Methodologies ExpertiseExperience with Salesforce Low-Code Platforms

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Hard Skills

Technology ModernizationSystems IntegrationData ManagementSystem Development Lifecycle (SDLC)Project Charter DevelopmentBudget ManagementCloud MigrationDigital TransformationRequirements GatheringSolution Design

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsOrganizational SkillsDecision-Making SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

JiraLow-Code PlatformsSalesforceAgile ToolsProject Management Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)PMI-ACPScrum MasterSAFeITIL

Industry Keywords

Federal EnvironmentU.S. Department of StateForeign Assistance ProgrammingCybersecurityRegulatory Requirements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber SecurityPMPSDLC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead planning, execution, and delivery of complex technology modernization, interoperability, and data management initiatives supporting a federal client
Manage projects across the full technology project lifecycle, including business case development, requirements gathering, solution design, development, testing, deployment, sustainability planning, and project closeout
Serve as the primary bridge between stakeholders, technical teams, architects, developers, and executive leadership
Deliver technology solutions on time, within budget, and aligned with organizational objectives
Manage systems integration, cloud-based solutions, data modernization efforts, and technology transformation initiatives
Maintain oversight of scope, schedule, budget, quality, risks, dependencies, and client expectations
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and build strong client relationships
Maintain project plans, timelines, milestones, dependencies, and tasks using Jira and approved documentation
Facilitate internal and client-facing meetings, including standups, check-ins, integrated product team meetings, and retrospectives
Prepare agendas, document meeting notes, and track action items
Coordinate project documentation, charters, deliverables, meeting materials, and final work products
Support risk, issue, and dependency tracking and communicate blockers to project leadership
Collaborate with technical and business teams to align tasks, milestones, and deliverables
Monitor the quality and completeness of project outputs before submission or handoff
Support Agile ways of working through backlog updates, milestone coordination, and Jira task hygiene

Requirements

What you’ll need

An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance
US Citizenship is contractually required
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university
FIVE (5)+ years of overall work experience
Experience leading full lifecycle technology projects from initiation through operational transition in a federal environment
Demonstrated ability to operate as a self-starter, anticipate project needs, and take initiative without waiting for concrete next steps or detailed instructions
Experience supporting U.S. Department of State or USAID program and budget management across planning, execution, tracking, and reporting cycles
PMP, PMI-ACP, Scrum Master, SAFe, ITIL, or other relevant project management certifications preferred
Experience in foreign assistance programming
Demonstrated experience managing all phases of the System Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
Experience managing technology modernization, software implementation, systems integration, cloud migration, data platform, or digital transformation initiatives
Experience developing and maintaining project charters, integrated project plans, schedules, roadmaps, status reports, executive briefings, and implementation plans
Demonstrated success managing multiple concurrent technology projects with competing priorities and stakeholder groups
Experience leading cross-functional teams including solution architects, software developers, engineers, data specialists, cybersecurity personnel, business analysts, product owners, and subject matter experts
Proven experience managing technology project scope, schedule, budget, quality, risks, issues, assumptions, dependencies, and change requests
Experience coordinating vendor, contractor, and stakeholder activities across complex technology environments
Strong understanding of Agile, Scrum, SAFe, Hybrid, and Waterfall approaches
Ability to translate business needs into technical workstreams and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills
Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and executive communication skills
Experience working with low-code platforms, especially Salesforce
Experience leading federal technology modernization initiatives
Experience supporting enterprise architecture, system modernization, legacy system migration, or digital transformation programs
Familiarity with cybersecurity, privacy, and regulatory requirements applicable to government environments, particularly the Department of State

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
Up to 10% travel allowance/requirement