Microsoft 365 Migrations Project Manager

Microsoft 365 Migrations Project Manager

Beacon Systems, Inc., delivers Program Management, Science, Engineering, and Technology Solutions to Federal, Commercial, State, and Local Agencies. We are a subsidiary of Radiant Digital Solutions, supporting DoD Agencies, NASA, VOA, FDA, and various State Agencies.

Job Title: Microsoft 365 Migrations Project Manager

Duration: 12 Months+

Location: Providence, RI (Hybrid – 3 days onsite/2 remote)

Job Summary:

• The client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced IT Project Manager to lead a critical enterprise transformation from Microsoft 365 G3 to G5. This role will manage end-to-end planning, execution, and deployment of advanced Microsoft 365 G5 capabilities, with a strong focus on security, compliance, analytics, and regulatory alignment within a government environment.
• The ideal candidate will ensure a seamless transition for all users, minimize operational disruption, and maximize the value of Microsoft 5 features while meeting strict public‑sector compliance and governance requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Planning & Execution – Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, timelines, and milestones for the G3 to G5 migration.
• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success metrics in collaboration with business and technical stakeholders.
• Coordinate internal IT teams and external vendors to ensure effective resource allocation and task ownership.
• Track progress, manage dependencies, and ensure delivery within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Stakeholder & Change Management – Conduct regular stakeholder meetings to report project status, risks, and key milestones; lead organizational change management activities, including communication strategies and end‑user training programs; act as the primary liaison between business owners, IT teams, vendors, and executive stakeholders.
• Risk & Compliance Management – Perform risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies to address technical, operational, and compliance risks; ensure project execution aligns with governance, audit, and regulatory requirements such as FedRAMP, CMMC Level 2/3, and ITAR; maintain accurate project documentation and audit‑ready deliverables.
• Technical Implementation Oversight – Oversee deployment and configuration of Microsoft 365 G5 security and productivity features, including Advanced Threat Protection (ATP), Advanced Message Encryption, advanced compliance capabilities such as Advanced eDiscovery with predictive coding, Data Loss Prevention (DLP) for Teams chats, audit‑ready reporting and retention policies, and rollout of enhanced services such as Microsoft Teams Phone System integration and Power BI Pro analytics and reporting.

Required

Skills & Experience:

• 15+ years of experience as an IT Project Manager managing large‑scale infrastructure or software deployment projects.
• Proven experience leading Microsoft 365 / Office 365 migrations or enterprise transformations.
• Prior experience in government or public‑sector IT environments, preferably within Government Community Cloud (GCC).
• Strong understanding of Microsoft 365 architecture and the functional, security, and compliance differences between G3 and G5 licenses.
• Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Excel, and Jira.
• Exceptional leadership, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage complex, multi‑stakeholder initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications &

Certifications:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or PRINCE2 certification.
• Microsoft 365 certifications (e.g., MS‑100/101, MS‑500 Security Administrator).
• Experience with Agile or Scrum methodologies.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Contract

Job function: Information Technology

Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting

Providence, RI $75,000.00–$90,000.00 3 months ago