Position Title: Program Manager

Location: Washington, DC (Preferred)

Clearance Required: Secret Clearance

Job Summary:

IPX is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Program Manager to oversee the planning, implementation, and tracking of cloud-based projects. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership abilities, project management expertise, and a thorough understanding of cloud technologies. This role requires active Secret Clearance and will be based in Washington, DC.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program Management: Lead and manage cloud program initiatives, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Project Planning: Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including senior management, technical teams, and third-party vendors, to ensure project alignment with organizational goals.
• Performance Monitoring: Track project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short and long-term goals.
• Budget Management: Oversee budget management, including forecasting, tracking expenses, and ensuring cost-efficiency.
• Compliance: Ensure all projects comply with relevant federal regulations, security standards, and Department of State policies.
• Reporting: Prepare and deliver regular status reports, project updates, and executive summaries to stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor project teams, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in program/project management, with at least 5 years in managing cloud-based projects.
  • Proven experience in a leadership role within a large organization or governmental body.
• Certifications:
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) or Program Management Professional (PMP) certification.
  • Cloud certification such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect, or Google Professional Cloud Architect.
• Skills:
  • Strong understanding of cloud technologies and services (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Trello).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Location: Willingness to work on-site in Washington, DC.
• Security Clearance: Active Secret Clearance required.
• Additional Certifications: ITIL, Six Sigma, or other relevant certifications.