Federal IT Project Manager

Description:
Job Title: Sr Federal Project Manager (Secret Clearance Required)
Location: San Diego, CA or Torrance, CA
Clearance: Active Secret Clearance preferred (inactive clearance reactivation considered)
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview:
TEKsystems is seeking an experienced and results-driven Federal Project Manager to lead and manage federal projects from our San Diego or Torrance office. This role involves overseeing complex federal initiatives, supporting the Navy Modernization Program, and administering Alteration Installation Team (AIT) operations for network systems on Naval ships. The ideal candidate will have 8-10 years of recent federal project management experience, a strong technical knowledge, and an active (or reactivatable) Secret Clearance.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead federal projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with client goals, timelines, and budgets.
Develop comprehensive project plans, defining scope, budgets, schedules, and critical milestones.
Monitor and manage project KPIs, including budget adherence, schedule compliance, scope control, and quality assurance.
Technical Expertise
Implement Layer 2/3 networking, SD-WAN, Network Access Control, and other related network components.
Conduct ship checks, site surveys, and analyze installation drawings to identify and address mechanical, structural, or electrical discrepancies.
Stakeholder Engagement
Act as the primary point of contact for federal clients, providing regular updates on project progress, risks, and adjustments.
Collaborate with Government officials, contractors, shipyard staff, and Navy personnel to resolve on-site challenges and ensure seamless project execution.
Ship Modernization Operations
Lead wireless network upgrades on Navy ships as part of the Navy Modernization Program.
Partner with Regional Maintenance and Modernization Coordination Offices (RMMCO) to coordinate shipboard installation processes.
Compliance and Risk Management
Ensure adherence to ISO 9001, NIST frameworks, and federal compliance standards.
Apply knowledge of Risk Management Frameworks and Information Assurance processes to maintain security compliance.
Manage documentation for federal compliance, audit readiness, and quality assurance.
Travel and Coordination
Coordinate on-site project activities, with travel required to Naval bases within the U.S. and occasionally overseas.
Travel between San Diego and Torrance offices as needed, with compensation for mileage and potential car allowances.
Tools and Software
Utilize Microsoft Project and Excel for scheduling, budgeting, and task tracking.
Use ProCore as the primary project management platform (training provided if necessary).

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
PMP (Project Management Professional) certification preferred.
Experience, Skills and Competencies
8-10 years of recent experience managing federal projects.
Strong project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, scope management, and risk mitigation.
Expertise in network infrastructure and federal cybersecurity protocols.
Familiarity with ISO 9001 and NIST frameworks.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience collaborating with federal agencies.

What We Offer:

Competitive Compensation: Includes a performance-based project bonus plan.
Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Professional Development: Training opportunities, including ProCore platform certification.
Career Growth: A supportive team environment with opportunities for advancement.
Work Flexibility: Eligibility for partial remote work after six months based on performance.

Join us and lead impactful federal projects in a dynamic, collaborative environment. Apply today to make a difference in federal modernization efforts.
Skills
Program management, Project management, MSP, federal government, ITIL service management, ITIL, PGMP
Top Skills Details
Program Management, Project Management, MSP, Federal Government
Additional Skills & Qualifications
5 days onsite
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
This position requires an active DoD Clearance (Secret, Top Secret, Top Secret/SCI)
Because an active DoD clearance is required, U.S. Citizenship is required
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $130000.00 - $150000.00/yr.
Our partnership with this Client goes back 2 decades. Over the last 2 years, we have built on this foundation and earned exclusive business for all of their technology positions. We are now having managed services conversations with this Client because of how well we have shown up with top IT talent.
We have great relationships with the owners as well as with all of executive leadership at this organization. We are positioned very well, can provide timely feedback, and high odds of a successful interview. This year alone, we have filled 22 positions and have 10+ active openings.
Our Client is an IT Managed Services Provider that brings 35 years of industry experience to the table. They design, build, and maintain best-of-breed systems, including networks, security, data center, wireless, cloud, audiovisual, and managed solutions. They leverage technology to improve business outcomes. Their main customers in the Greater Los Angeles and San Diego areas include many local area hospitals, military bases, ports, and various schools. Many of their upcoming projects will revolve around the 2026 FIFA World Cup and 2028 Olympics. They are preparing SoCal to be a fully digital and connected City.
Upon conversion, our Client offers free HMO medical benefits for yourself or they also offer PPO as an option you can pay into. They offer dental and vison benefits as well. 401k, matching 10%. Paid holidays, sick time, and PTO.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Torrance,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 21, 2025.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.