Project Manager - TS​/SCI CI Polygraph

TITLE: Project Manager

LOCATION: Chantilly, VA

CLEARANCE REQUIRED: Active DoD TS/SCI with CI Polygraph

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time, On-site

Modern Government Solutions (MGS) is seeking a Cleared Project Manager to support a commercial Agentic AI software company implementing high-visibility national security space programs. This role will oversee the execution of complex, technically driven initiatives involving cloud-native platforms, AI-enabled mission systems, and secure software delivery within classified environments. The ideal candidate brings experience managing engineering teams supporting secure AWS/Gov Cloud infrastructure, Dev Sec Ops  environments, and space system mission management/command-and-control programs.

This individual will serve as the operational bridge between engineering, stakeholders, and leadership to ensure programs are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with mission objectives.

• Lead day-to-day program execution and customer delivery for classified, cloud-based and mission-support systems.
• Manage project scope, schedule, deliverables, and risk across cross-functional engineering teams.
• Coordinate closely with Dev Ops, platform, AI/ML, and software engineering teams supporting secure AWS and Kubernetes environments to facilitate Agile ceremonies and drive accountability across sprint cycles and release milestones.
• Identify and mitigate program risks, escalating critical issues to leadership as needed.
• Develop and maintain project plans, status reports, and executive-level briefings.
• Interface directly with government stakeholders, ensuring program alignment with mission requirements, contract scope and security constraints.
• Coordinate with engineering team members to ensure compliance with classified environment protocols and security standards.
• Support resource planning, staffing coordination, and long-term roadmap development.

• Must possess an active Department of Defense TS/SCI with CI Polygraph clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience managing technical programs in classified or federal environments.
• Experience supporting cloud-based or Dev Sec Ops -driven programs (AWS C2E or other regulated cloud environments, Kubernetes, CI/CD environments).
• Experience managing projects with Agile methodologies and modern software development life cycles.
• Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional technical teams.
• Experience interfacing with government customers in classified settings.
• Strong risk management, stakeholder communication, and executive reporting skills.

• Experience supporting national security space, command & control, or space mission management systems.
• Familiarity with AI/ML-enabled mission platforms or advanced analytics systems.
• PMP, PMI-ACP, SAFe, or equivalent certification.
• Prior experience working with or supporting NRO, DoD, or IC customers.

* Applicants selected will be United States citizens and may be subject to a government security investigation for access to classified information*

At MGS, we believe a people-first culture corresponds to organizational success through a commitment to excellence, integrity, inclusion, and an attitude that welcomes challenges meets demands, sustains growth, and drives innovation. We provide expert mission-first technical and programmatic services and solutions for the US intelligence community, the US Department of Defense, and other governmental agencies. We create people-first organizational cultures where employees feel needed in the system, not a system that needs employees.

We provide you with long-term career opportunities centrally focused on our core value system: inclusion, integrity, and a commitment to excellence.

MGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.