Technical Project Manager – Identity, Credential, and Access Management

Peraton

. Lead and manage the full lifecycle of large-scale IT solutions from planning and design through development, testing, and deployment .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $112,000 - $179,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing large-scale IT projects through the full lifecycle, utilizing Agile methodologies, and ensuring compliance with federal standards. Proven ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders and lead cross-functional teams to achieve high-quality outcomes.

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Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification7+ Years Project Management ExperienceAgile MethodologiesITIL Foundation CertificationExperience with IAM and PAM Platforms

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementAgile DevelopmentRisk ManagementSystems IntegrationUser SupportDeploymentTrainingIT ComplianceFederal IT Project ManagementResource Planning

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsLeadershipTeam CoordinationStakeholder EngagementProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

AWS GovCloudFICAMNIST SP 800-63PIVFederated Authentication

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)CISSPCISMCASPCCISOSecurity+CAPITIL Foundation Certification

Industry Keywords

Federal IT ProjectsIdentity ManagementCredential ManagementAccess ManagementPublic Trust Clearance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSPMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage the full lifecycle of large-scale IT solutions from planning and design through development, testing, and deployment
Establish priorities, determine project resource needs, and acquire necessary assets
Develop detailed project plans based on scope, budget, personnel, and resource availability
Use Agile methodologies to drive planning, execution, and delivery
Break complex projects into manageable, sequenced tasks
Oversee and coordinate project team activities across multiple functional areas
Communicate with federal stakeholders and senior government officials
Ensure compliance with contract requirements and federal security standards
Manage risks, track progress, report metrics, and ensure high-quality project outcomes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be a U.S. Citizen
Ability to obtain and maintain the required Public Trust level clearance
Bachelor's Degree and 8 years of experience, an Associate's Degree and 10 years, or a High School Diploma or equivalent and 12 years of experience
7+ years of experience as a Project Manager in the Information Technology domain
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
One or more of: CISSP, CISM, CASP, CCISO, Security+ or CAP certification
ITIL Foundation Certification or demonstrated knowledge of ITIL-based service management
Familiarity with FICAM, NIST SP 800-63, PIV, and federated authentication
Experience with enterprise IAM and privileged access management (PAM) platforms
Proven experience managing large-scale, complex federal IT projects
Experience supervising IT operations, including systems integration, user support, deployment, and training
Strong understanding of IT, Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM), and AWS GovCloud environments
Experience managing Agile development teams and understanding how enhancements or defects impact architecture
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to present to senior leadership
Willingness to work 8am–5pm EST
Preferred: Active Secret clearance
Preferred: AWS certification
Preferred: Bachelor's degree in a technical field
Preferred: Experience with cross-functional delivery teams, subcontractors, and external service providers

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Life insurance
Health savings account (HSA)
Short-term and long-term disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Parental leave
401(k)
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation
Company-paid holidays
Potential overtime eligibility
Shift differential eligibility
Discretionary bonus eligibility