Information Technology Project Manager - SME - 100% Remote

Company Description

Citizant is a leading provider of professional IT services to the U.S.
government.
We seek to address some of our country's most pressing challenges in the areas of Agile application development, Enterprise Data Management, Enterprise Architecture, and Program Management support services - focusing on the U.S.
Departments of Homeland Security and Treasury.
We strive to hire only ethical, talented, passionate, and committed "A Players" who already align with the company's core values:
Drive, Excellence, Reputation, Responsibility, and a Better Future.
No matter how large we grow, Citizant will retain its collaborative, supportive, small-company culture, where successful team effort to address external and internal customer challenges is valued above all individual contributions.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an Information Technology Project Manager Subject Matter Expert with extensive experience in leading large-scale IT projects.
The ideal candidate will manage the full project lifecycle, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance standards.
This role requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, execution, and closure phases of IT projects, adhering to timelines, budget constraints, and quality standards.
  
• Craft and maintain detailed project documentation, including project plans, risk assessments, stakeholder analyses, and progress reports.
  
• Drive the integration of project management best practices and methodologies (e.g., Agile, PMI) to ensure consistent success in project delivery.
  
• Engage with senior stakeholders and project sponsors to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
  
• Oversee a multidisciplinary project team, providing direction and support to achieve project milestones and deliverables.
  
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, ensuring minimal impact on project timelines and outcomes.
  
• Facilitate effective communication channels across project teams, stakeholders, and external vendors to ensure a cohesive project execution strategy.
  
• Champion the incorporation of innovative technologies and practices to enhance project outcomes in support of modernization efforts.
  

• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in IT project management, with a proven track record of successfully delivering projects on time and within budget.
  
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques.
  
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with changing priorities.
  
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and collaborating with stakeholders at all levels.
  
• Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Rational Team Concert).
  
• Knowledge of IT infrastructure, systems development lifecycle, and emerging technologies.
  

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  
• PMP, PRINCE2, or other relevant project management certifications.
  

Clearance Requirements:

• Must be a US Citizen
• Active Public Trust/MBI or have the ability to obtain one.
  

Citizant strives to be an employer of choice in the Washington metropolitan area.
Citizant associates accept challenging and rewarding work and in return receive excellent compensation and benefits, as well as the opportunity for personal and professional development.

Citizant is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.