Transition Manager

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Category: Risk Management

Location: US-DC-Washington

DMI is a leading provider of digital services and technology solutions, headquartered in Tysons Corner, VA. With a focus on end-to-end managed IT services, including managed mobility, cloud, cybersecurity, network operations, and application development, DMI supports public sector agencies and commercial enterprises around the globe. Recognized as a Top Workplace, DMI is committed to delivering secure, efficient, and cost-effective solutions that drive measurable results.

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DMI, LLC

Location: Washington, DC (Metro Area)

At DMI, we don't just manage transitions - we build the foundation for mission success at the highest levels of government. We are seeking a strategic, results-driven Transition Manager to lead high-visibility program transition initiatives supporting secure, mission-critical federal operations in the Washington, DC metro area.

This is a rare opportunity to lead complex transition efforts at the center of federal decision-making. If you thrive in fast-paced, high-accountability environments and want your work to directly impact national-level programs, this role offers unmatched visibility and influence.

Working in Washington, DC places you at the heart of federal innovation, policy, and technology transformation. The region offers:

• Proximity to federal agencies and executive leadership
• A thriving Gov Con and technology ecosystem
• Career mobility and long-term growth opportunities
• Access to industry events, policy forums, and professional networks

Beyond the professional advantages, the DC metro area offers a vibrant lifestyle:

• World-class museums, cultural institutions, and historic landmarks
• Renowned dining and diverse neighborhoods
• Extensive public transportation and walkable communities
• Easy access to Northern Virginia and Maryland suburbs
• Close proximity to the Blue Ridge Mountains, Chesapeake Bay, and East Coast cities

It's a location where ambitious professionals build influential careers while enjoying a dynamic urban lifestyle.

As Transition Manager, you will be the architect of operational continuity during critical program transitions. Your leadership will ensure seamless service delivery, safeguard client operations, and position DMI for long-term program excellence.

Your impact will directly influence:

• Client confidence and stakeholder trust
• Operational stability during high-visibility change periods
• Team cohesion and onboarding effectiveness
• Long-term program performance and contract success

This is a leadership role with direct exposure to senior program management and federal clients.

You will own and execute all transition-in planning and mobilization activities, ensuring zero service disruption and full operational readiness.

• Develop and manage a comprehensive 30/60/90-day transition plan
• Coordinate asset inventory, staff onboarding, and data migration activities
• Lead structured knowledge capture and transfer from incumbent teams
• Support ITSM tool migration and integration with DMI's MyServe platform
• Identify, track, and mitigate transition risks
• Provide executive-level status reporting to the Program Manager and client

Within your first 90 days, you will have:

• Executed a seamless transition with uninterrupted service delivery
• Established trusted relationships with key federal stakeholders
• Built a fully onboarded, aligned, and mission-ready team
• Implemented structured governance and risk controls that support steady-state operations

Long term, you will be recognized as a go-to leader for complex, secure transitions within DMI's federal portfolio.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Management, IT, or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
• 8+ years of experience managing IT transitions or operational start‑ups
• Demonstrated success leading large-scale transitions in secure or regulated environments
• Strong stakeholder communication, risk management, and executive reporting skills

Preferred:

• PMP or equivalent project management certification