IT Project Manager with Security Clearance

28th May, 2024 Role: IT Project Manager.
Location: Hill Air Force Base, UT. Job Description:
A total solutions provider for government and commercial customers in the areas of Program Management, Logistics, Organizational Change Management, Communications, Training, and Information Technology (IT) Support Services. We are currently seeking a Project Manager to join our team of professionals in support of the Oracle/Linux Opportunity. Essential Duties & Job Functions:
• Responsible for liaising with the customer to garner an understanding of the environment, create and manage a migration plan, and ultimately ensure the project is completed on time and within budget.
• Coordinate with customer and Oracle to obtain un-distributed (retired) release patches for RHEL 7, & 8.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, resources, budget, and risk assessments, to ensure successful project execution.
• Ensure the migration of 75 Oracle Databases on RHEL 6 to Oracle Enterprise 8 before migration to Oracle, to reduce operational impact.
• Ensure the migration of 25-30 web applications from RHEL 7 to Oracle Enterprise 8 before migration to Oracle, to reduce operational impact.
• Coordinate with customers to "freeze" release updates to Dev, AQ, and production environments one by one.
• Ensure the migration of 12 RHEL 8 databases/applications to Oracle.
• Ensure database and application regression testing on 75 databases and 25-30 applications.
• Ensure the implementation of DISA STIGs for 100 Oracle Enterprise 8 instances.
• Define project objectives and success metrics, aligning them with business goals and stakeholder expectations.
• Provide technical leadership across project teams, leveraging expertise to guide decision-making and problem-solving efforts utilizing Sprint planning/Scrum meetings.
• Ensure the technical feasibility of projects, identifying and employing the best technologies and methodologies for project needs.
• Lead, motivate, and manage project teams, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Identify team members' development needs, providing mentorship and opportunities for professional growth.
• Act as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, maintaining open lines of communication to keep all parties informed of project progress, risks, and changes.
• Manage stakeholder expectations through regular updates and strategic advisory, ensuring alignment with project goals.
• Proactively identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project timelines and deliverables.
• Conduct regular risk assessments, adjusting project plans as necessary to address emerging challenges.
• Oversee project budgeting, ensuring resources are allocated effectively to meet project objectives while maintaining financial efficiency.
• Monitor and control project costs, providing regular financial reports to stakeholders to ensure transparency and accountability.
• Implement quality assurance processes to ensure project deliverables meet the highest standards and comply with relevant industry regulations.
• Conduct regular project reviews and audits to enforce compliance with established guidelines and standards.
• Determine and allocate necessary resources (human, technical, informational) across project phases to ensure optimal team performance and project outcomes.
• If used, manage and negotiate the use of external resources and vendors, ensuring their contributions align with project goals.
• Lead projects through to successful completion, ensuring deliverables are met to stakeholders' satisfaction within agreed-upon timelines and budgets.
• Conduct project post-mortems to evaluate successes and lessons learned, applying insights to improve future project management practices.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement within project teams by encouraging innovation and efficiency in processes and methodologies.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies, evaluating their potential impact and application within the organization to drive progress and competitive advantage.
• Ensure comprehensive documentation of project plans, progress, changes, and outcomes to facilitate transparency and knowledge sharing.
• Prepare and present detailed project reports and dashboards to senior management, highlighting achievements, challenges, and strategic recommendations. Performs related work as assigned. Job Requirements (Education, Experience, Professional Associations): Mandatory
• Education: Bachelor's degree or higher.
• Experience: o Recognized project management certification, such as the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI). o Must have a minimum of 8 years in the IT industry with experience in solution delivery, best practices of implementation, and any possible pitfalls. o Proven experience working in an agile environment. o Must have previous experience as a Program Manager for developing schedules, tracking actions, driving projects/programs to completion, controlling project/program schedule, program budget, and effort forecasting. o Strong understanding of Oracle Databases and RHEL environments. o 7+ years managing large-scale programs and projects spanning multiple technical teams and organizations. o Possess strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to render concise reports, summaries, and presentations.
• Clearance: o US citizen with active DoD Secret (T3) clearance. Preferred
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