Technical Project Manager

Expression is looking for an experienced Technical Project Manager to lead project management activities supporting a mission-critical Department of War (DoW) software sustainment and modernization effort within the DISA Spectrum Information System (SIS) environment.

This role will oversee the operations maintenance sustainment enhancement cybersecurity and training activities supporting enterprise EMS (Electromagnetic Spectrum) software capabilities. This role requires a technically proficient leader with experience managing Agile software development teams supporting Federal contracts and classified DoW environments.

The successful candidate will serve as the primary interface with Government stakeholders and will lead cross-functional technical teams supporting software engineering DevSecOps cybersecurity systems administration data management and cloud sustainment activities. You must be comfortable operating in fast-paced Government environments while balancing technical execution customer engagement staffing risk management and contract performance.

Location and Clearance

• Hybrid with visits to our client office at Ft. Meade MD and our HQ office in Washington DC.
• Active Secret clearance required

Job Responsibilities:

• Execute manage and deliver government program(s) by working through multiple internal and external teams during the entire agile product lifecycle including but not limited to operations architecture engineering analytics DevSecOps installation configuration acceptance training technical assistance handover and sustainment.
• Develop maintain and manage Master Schedules (MS) using Microsoft Project.
• Track and report project status risks issues dependencies staffing deliverables and financial performance.
• Lead Monthly Management Reviews (MMRs) bi-weekly Interim Progress Reviews (IPRs) and technical exchange meetings.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements deliverables reporting standards and Government configuration management cybersecurity policies and business processes.
• Oversee preparation and delivery of:
  • Software Requirements Specifications (SRS)
  • Preliminary Design Reviews (PDRs)
  • Technical documentation
  • Configuration audit artifacts
• Facilitate communication between Government leadership technical teams subcontractors and external stakeholders.
• Support technical demonstrations customer engagements and executive briefings for Government leadership and operational users.
• Manage project risks mitigation strategies staffing plans and operational dependencies.
• Monitor software development best practices documentation standards and release quality.
• Oversee subcontractor performance and ensure timely execution of contractual obligations.

Required Qualifications:

• 7 years of experience managing technical or software development projects supporting Federal Government contracts
• Experience leading Agile software development and sustainment programs in DoD or IC environments
• Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional technical teams supporting enterprise applications
• Experience supporting cloud-hosted systems DevSecOps or enterprise modernization initiatives
• Experience managing project schedules risks deliverables staffing and customer communications
• Familiarity with software configuration management and software development lifecycle (SDLC) best practices
• Experience preparing and presenting project status briefings to Government stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP Certification preferred
• SAFe Scrum Master or Agile certifications preferred
• Prior experience supporting DISA DoD spectrum operations EMS SIGINT EW or communications systems
• Experience supporting NIPRNet/SIPRNet environments
• Familiarity with:
  • Joint Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (JEMSO)
  • Spectrum management systems
  • GIS or operational data visualization tools
  • Confluence Git repositories Jira or similar collaboration platforms
• Prior experience supporting sustainment contracts with operations and maintenance (O&M) responsibilities

Benefits:

Expression Networks offers competitive salaries and benefits such as:

• 401k matching
• PPO and HDHP medical/dental/vision insurance
• Education reimbursement
• Complimentary life insurance
• Generous PTO and holiday leave
• Onsite office gym access
• Commuter Benefits Plan

About Expression:

Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Washington DC Expression provides data fusion data analytics AI/ML software engineering information technology and electromagnetic spectrum management solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense Department of State and national security community. Expressions culture focuses on creating immediate and sustainable value for our clients via agile delivery of tailored solutions built through constant engagement with our clients. Expression was ranked #1 on the Washington Technology 2018s Fast 50 list of fastest-growing small business Government contractors and a Top 20 Big Data Solutions Provider by CIO Review.

We make sure to provide everyone with the tools and opportunities to grow while working on some of the newest technologies in the industry. We get excited about celebrating our professionals milestones accomplishments promotions overcoming challenges and many other aspects that make an engaging collaborative environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Expression is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process please submit your request to our Human Resources department through the application portal.