IT Project manager - Secret

General Description:HRL Laboratories is seeking a skilled and experienced IT Project Manager to join our team. As an IT Project Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of IT projects, from initiation to completion and follow the established project management methodology. This role will work closely with cross-functional teams as well as HRL external customers to define requirements, project charters, objectives, create schedules and oversight throughout the entire project; ensuring the successful delivery of projects ensuring they are within scope, budget, and timeline. The ideal candidate has experience with IT Project Management in classified or similarly regulated environments. This position requires an active Secret security clearance and will be upgraded to a Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.  
Essential Duties:Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholdersDevelop and maintain project plans, including schedules, budgets, and resource allocationCoordinate and lead project teams, ensuring effective communication and collaborationMonitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategiesConduct schedule impact analysis, identifying shortfalls that impact key project milestones and deliverablesCollect pre-project planning information while working with project team subject matter expertsConduct regular project status meetings and provide timely updates to stakeholdersManage and report current project status while working with multiple project leads, internal and external to Information SystemsManage ServiceNow and Jira project management tools, keeping project tasks up to date Manage project budgets, track expenses, and ensure adherence to financial guidelinesPerform day-to-day administrative tasks with project team members and scheduling meetings Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and industry best practicesDrive and communicate critical path, and earned value analysisProvide leadership and guidance to team members, fostering a positive and productive work environmentEnsure schedules and technical workflows are horizontally and vertically integrated across the program and enterpriseEvaluate project outcomes and identify areas for improvementPlanning and strategy support for future projects  Work closely with Enterprise PMO and utilize standardized processes and templates 
Required Skills: Proven experience as an IT Project Manager, with a track record of successfully delivering complex projectsExperience with IT Project Management in a regulated environment (e.g., NIST 800-53, ICD 503, JSIG, CNSSI 1253, NISPOM)Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and toolsExcellent communication, interpersonal, and reporting skillsAbility to effectively manage multiple projects and prioritiesStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesAbility to think ahead to identify, plan, prepare and mitigate risks and potential issuesSolid understanding of software implementations Experience and understanding of IT infrastructure and supportBalanced business/technical background with sufficient level of technical background to provide an understanding throughout projects Excellent attention to detailStrong proficiency in Microsoft Office products (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, Visio, PowerPoint, Project)Resource planning and reportingAbility to act as a business partner and liaison between many different departments within and external to HRL Laboratories.  Experience with ServiceNow Project Portfolio Management is preferredExperience with Jira Software and/or Jira Service Management is preferredDemonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Project is preferred
Required Education:Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in information technology or related technical discipline with 7+ years of experience in a related role or equivalent combination of technical education and experience. Project management certification is a plus (e.g., PMP)IT Service Management certification is a plus (e.g., ITIL, COBIT, ISO 20000)
Physical Requirements:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. 
Special Requirements:This position is 100% on-site. Responsibilities sometimes require working evenings and weekends, and in some cases, with little to no advance notice. This job will also require up to 10% travel.This position requires that the applicant selected be a U.S. citizen, requires that the applicant possess a current Secret security clearance, and be willing and able to obtain and maintain TS/SCI clearance with polygraph. 
Compensation:The base salary range for this full-time position is $109,695 - $137,145 + bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The ra