Senior IT Project Manager (NSGS)

@ Govcio LLC
Govcio LLCgovciollc.com

Senior IT Project Manager (NSGS)

Alexandria, VA
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About the job

GovCIO provides mission-critical IT solutions for government agencies. This role focuses on managing complex infrastructure projects supporting the US Coast Guard's network modernization and satellite communication upgrades.

Requirements

  • 12+ years IT project management experience
  • Project Management Professional certification
  • Experience with federal IT deployments
  • Knowledge of satellite comms and VSAT hardware
  • Proficiency with MS Project and PM tools

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • Active Secret clearance
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Experience with government contracts
  • Ability to manage large teams

Full job description

Overview:

GovCIO is seeking a Senior IT Project Manager to support mission-critical infrastructure modernization programs for the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG). This position will serve as a key technical leader within the PMO, driving the concurrent execution of complex enterprise network tech refreshes, Out-of-Band (OOB) Management system deployments, and legacy VSAT replacement programs across USCG sites. This position will be located in Alexandria, VA and will be a hybrid position.

Responsibilities:
As a Senior IT Project Manager, you will serve as the primary leader responsible for the end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of complex IT infrastructure and enterprise network projects to ensure USCG mission success. You will coordinate closely with USCG stakeholders, cross-functional engineering teams, field technicians, and vendor partners to ensure smooth technology upgrades with minimal operational disruption. Key responsibilities include:
  • Lead, plan, and execute multiple parallel IT infrastructure projects from initiation through closure, focusing heavily on USCG network hardware refreshes, OOB management deployments, and legacy VSAT transitions.
  • Define project scope, build detailed work breakdown structures (WBS), maintain integrated master schedules, and proactively manage critical paths to prevent engineering and deployment bottlenecks.
  • Identify, track, and mitigate technical, logistical, and timeline risks early; develop comprehensive contingency plans to minimize network downtime during critical cutovers.
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for USCG leadership, technical leads, and third-party vendors, ensuring strict adherence to SLAs, delivery timelines, and military regulations.
  • Manage project budgets, track expenditures, forecast financial requirements, and coordinate procurement workflows for global network hardware and connectivity services.
  • Coordinate the allocation and daily tasks of network engineers, field technicians, site readiness coordinators, and security teams across various USCG deployment locations.
  • Quality-check and oversee the submission of all project deliverables, engineering documentation, change management tickets, and Monthly Status Reports (MSRs).
  • Drive operational efficiencies by implementing best practices in IT project management and aligning deployments with USCG and federal architecture standards.
Qualifications:

Bachelor's (or equivalent) with 12+ years of experience.

Required Skills & Experience

  • Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent federal project management certification.
  • Proven experience managing large-scale federal contracts or enterprise IT infrastructure deployments, preferably within the DoD, DHS, or USCG environment.
  • Direct IT project management experience deploying Out-of-Band (OOB) Management architectures (e.g., Opengear, Perle, Cradlepoint) for remote network resilience.
  • Solid understanding of satellite communications, specifically managing legacy VSAT hardware replacements, link migrations, and troubleshooting circuit transitions.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with experience presenting technical deployment strategies and program status briefings to executive-level government stakeholders.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel (advanced formulas/pivots), and integrated PMO tools for tracking schedules, resource allocation, and performance.
Clearance Level: Must have an active Secret clearance
Preferred Skills and Experience
  • Technical certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, ITIL) are a strong plus.
  • Direct experience supporting U.S. Coast Guard missions, specifically within C5I or similar technical network directorates.
  • Expert proficiency in Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid project management frameworks using Jira and Confluence.
  • Experience managing complex procurement cycles and vendor contracts for global telecommunications and network equipment.

Posted Salary Range: USD $140,000.00 - USD $180,000.00 /Yr.
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