Contractor Support TO Microsoft Project

CONTRACTOR SUPPORT TO MICROSOFT PROJECT (SERVER) ANALYSIS DEFTEC delivers mission-critical solutions through skillfully delivered services and innovative products. We are inspired by our clients' critical missions and driven to provide the most effective solutions to execute their missions, operational challenges, and requirements. Our dedicated, experienced, and talented employees work closely with our clients to ensure the delivery of exceptional services and products. POSITION OVERVIEW The successful candidate will work collaboratively with NATO Stakeholders to support the Capability Development Team in ACT. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Support portfolio management by developing and maintaining a suitable Microsoft Project Server ecosystem for the organization. Creating custom solutions and integrations using Project Server Interface (PSI) and Client-Side Object Model (CSOM). Designing and implementing custom workflows to automate project management processes. Configuring custom fields, views, and filters to help portfolio managers easily access the information they need. Customizing Project Web App (PWA) to align with the specific needs and processes of the portfolio management team. Maintaining data consistency and accuracy across integrated systems. Integrating Project Server with other enterprise systems using APIs, ensuring a holistic view of portfolio data. Conducting thorough testing and debugging of custom solutions to ensure they meet requirements. Implementing workflows to streamline approval processes, status updates, and other repetitive tasks, allowing portfolio managers to focus on strategic decision-making. Developing Custom Reports: Creating tailored reports that provide insights into project performance, resource utilization, and portfolio health. Supporting the design of custom reports and interactive dashboards using SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) , tools like Power BI to give portfolio managers a real-time view of key metrics. Providing training sessions and materials to help portfolio managers and their teams effectively use Project Server tools and features. Offering ongoing technical support to resolve any issues and ensure smooth operation of Project Server. Ensure compliance with organizational policies and best practices for project tracking, reporting, and resource management. Ensure compliance with NATO policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements for project data management. Performs additional tasks as required by the COTR related to the labor category. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Information Systems, Operations Research, Finance, or a related field. Certification in project management or business analysis (e.g., MSP, PMI-PBA, CBAP, PMP) preferred. Minimum five years of experience in project portfolio management, resource planning, or enterprise project data analysis. Minimum five years of experience in analyzing complex project data, developing reports, and creating dashboards using tools like MS Project, Power BI, Excel, and SQL. Experience improving project workflows, optimizing resource allocation, and supporting project governance frameworks to enhance decision-making. Demonstrable proficiency in effective oral and written communication, including briefing and coordinating with business stakeholders. Active Secret Clearance DEFTEC offers a comprehensive whole-life benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, holiday, paid time off, 401K with a match, life insurance, short/long-term disability, and educational reimbursement. The DEFTEC team comprises professionals who make a difference daily in crucial national security missions. Our leadership knows that this happens by employing a diverse team that is well cared for. Our top priority is our employees, making DEFTEC an ideal workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Please get in touch with if you require reasonable accommodations. DEFTEC is a Drug-Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies. AAP/EEO Statement DEFTEC Corp is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any typebased on actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeedingand medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding),gender, gender identity, and gender expression, religious creed,disability (mental and physical) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics ), genetic information, age, marital status, civil union status, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, denial of family and medical care leave, arrest record and/or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms of employment, includingrecruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment. Other Duties Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.