Senior Project Manager (PM)

Koniag IT Systems, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Senior Project Manager (PM) with a Secret security clearance to support KITS and our government customer in Arlington, VA. This position is for a Future New Business Opportunity. This is an onsite position.

We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.

Koniag IT Systems, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to provide Cemetery Enterprise Application Support (CEAS) across the evolving Cemetery Management suite of cloud applications. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project management, IT systems supporting federal operations, AWS cloud migration, and Department of Defense compliance requirements.

Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to:
The Senior Project Manager will provide project management support to implement the goals of the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) operations and management for cemetery management systems. This role is critical to managing the development and operations of IT-based systems that conduct cemetery operations for Arlington National Cemetery. Principal responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
• Lead program management support across the evolving Cemetery Management suite of cloud applications
• Manage and oversee the Project Management Office (PMO) projects and initiatives for cemetery operations IT systems
• Chair and facilitate the Change Control Board (CCB) and Enterprise Architecture Governance Board (EAGB)
• Align IT investments with strategic goals and objectives as outlined
• Develop and implement project plans containing tasks and milestones to allow for efficient planning and budgeting for IT solutions
• Coordinate inter-agency activities with external cemetery stakeholders
• Manage AWS cloud migration activities within the cArmy environment, specifically coordinating with the Enterprise Cloud Management Agency (ECMA)
• Oversee development and maintenance of Department of War (DoW) Authority to Operate (ATO) authorization packages
• Provide program-level planning, operations and maintenance, and migration support for cemetery business systems
• Ensure strict adherence to specifications given the special significance and attention that national and post cemeteries receive
• Support the implementation and sustainment of business processes
• Ensure compliance with DoW regulations and requirements
• Oversee and establish business processes in alignment with DoD Architecture Framework (DODAF)
• Develop, implement, and maintain operational plans for cemetery management systems
• Provide strategic planning support to OCIO leadership
• Prepare and deliver status reports, briefings, and presentations to government leadership
• Lead change management and governance initiatives
Education and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Management, Information Technology, or related field from an accredited college or university; or 10 years of experience in the related field
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive project management experience
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with IT systems in a federal government environment
• Direct experience with AWS cloud migration projects
• Demonstrated experience coordinating with cArmy Enterprise Cloud Management Agency (ECMA)
• Proven experience with Department of War (DoW) Authority to Operate (ATO) process and authorization packages
• Experience managing IT systems that support critical operational processes and data management
• Knowledge of DoD and Army IT policies, directives, and standards
• DoD Approved 8140/8570 baseline certification (Security+, CISM, CISSP, or equivalent) – must obtain within six (6) months from date of award if not currently certified
Clearance Requirement:
• Ability to obtain and maintain Secret clearance

Other responsibilities:
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership team

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity i