Azure Project Manager, DC Metro Area- Secret

Overview

GDIT is seeking a dedicated Technical Azure Project Manager to lead key legacy application migrations initiatives across our various large IT programs. This role will focus on driving application migrations to Azure cloud services using best practices, management of project team, developing deliverables and independently working closely with government senior management.

• Oversee the assessment and analysis of current complex legacy IT environments to identify application migration opportunities using latest Microsoft Azure cloud services
• Implement best practices for application migration and modernization, including cloud migration in Azure IL2, IL4, IL5 and IL6 environments, legacy system re-engineering, cyber security and infrastructure management.
• Manage a highly technical program using combination of Microsoft Project, Git Lab Project Management and various deliverable trackers to meet contractual requirements
• Ability to identify project deficiencies, risks and challenges early and be able to develop and communicate mitigation strategies
• Independently lead development of contractual reporting, inputting right level of technical updates and deliverables to the government
• Ability to present technical updates with confidence along with regular status reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Support technical scrum teams with delivering Agile Ceremonies and Sprint Review Out briefs
• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to gather requirements and define project scope.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations throughout the modernization process.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by incorporating feedback and lessons learned into future projects.
• Manage cross-functional project teams, providing direction and support to achieve project goals.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, understand program financial budgeting, and implement mitigation strategies
• Facilitate change management processes to ensure smooth transitions to new systems and technologies.
• Create and manage job requisitions, coordinate interviews with internal recruitment team and conduct interviews

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience.
• Proven experience as a project manager, specifically managing IT modernization programs and projects.
• Experience with managing and delivery of programs within Azure environment
• Strong understanding of modernization best practices, including cloud computing, microservices architecture, Dev Ops, and Agile methodologies.
• Proficiency in project management tools like MS Project, Gitlab, or similar.
• Knowledge of Cyber Security Assessment process to obtain Authority to Operate (ATO)
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects concurrently.
• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements in IT modernization

• Azure and Technical Certification is preferred
• PMP Certification is preferred
• Agile Certification is preferred
• Experience working with large-scale enterprise IT environments.
• Previous technical development experience would be a bonus
• Prior experience in government or defense sectors is a plus.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices in IT modernization.
• Demonstrated success in managing vendor relationships and third-party integrations.
• Experience with automation tools and frameworks.
• Understanding of AI/ML technologies and their applications in modernization projects.
• Bonus:
  Any experience in Spectrum Management

A few days a month in Washington, DC.

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The likely salary range for this position is $127,500 - $172,500. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly…