PMO Project Specialist

PMO Project Specialist

Key Role:

Provide overall direction for a high-performing dynamic team to evolve innovative IT portfolio management and governance processes and develop new solutions for a client agency. Provide oversight, guidance, and execution of project management office (PMO) functions, including risk management, schedule management, staff tracking, and deliverable coordination. Provide consultative support to the client by identifying optimization opportunities, including the development of artifacts, templates, guidance, training, and analytic tools to mature client processes and portfolio analysis and provide greater transparency into their IT investment portfolio. Meet regularly with project teams to comprehend the scope of IT projects being initiated and facilitate periodic project reviews. Collaborate with data governance to align and integrate processes and routines, and cross-functional teams. Support enterprise IT portfolio annual investment and operational analysis data calls.

Basic Qualifications:

• Experience providing project management and technical direction to project personnel

• Experience with direct management in supporting services and information management operations

• Experience with the principles in solving complex technical, administrative, and managerial problems

• Experience developing and presenting solutions to complex problems through research analysis and analytical findings

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, or Visio

• Ability to drive thought leadership within a high-volume client environment

• Ability to pay strict attention to detail

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination based on client requirements

• Bachelor’s degree ​

Additional Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience with IT Portfolio Management and Strategy, including Capital Planning and Investment Control (CPIC) and process improvement

• Experience facilitating stage gates or project reviews

• Experience with data management and strategy

• Knowledge of change management frameworks

• Knowledge of software development processes, including the Enterprise Performance Life Cycle (EPLC)

• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills ​

Vetting:

Applicants selected will be subject to a government investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements of the U.S. government client.

Compensation

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Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $54,000.00 to $123,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

EEO Commitment

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