Software Project Manager

Job Description:
Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as a Software Project Manager supporting Special Operations. GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Software Program Manager, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a qualified professionals joining our team to streamline and expedite the software development process and to be a liaison and task manager ensuring the customer requirements are properly expressed to vendors.

HOW A PROJECT/TASK MANAGER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:
Under minimal supervision, the Project Manager works as a member of an enterprise IT software development support team to support project management and implementation of software and automation of business processes for SITEC customers. Responsible for gathering and documenting business requirements, and project plans. Responsible for day-to-day coordination and administration of tasks by ensuring quality and productivity standards are maintained while meeting customer schedules. Collaborates with stakeholders and ensures compliance with DON & DOD policy. Maintains record of changes in instructions and ensures all team members are informed of changes. Ensures completion of administrative reporting (e.g., daily statistics, logs, task narratives). Coordinates and facilitates project meetings, product demonstrations and ensures project artifacts are updated regularly. Establish and maintain an effective and collaborative relationship with SITEC customers, end users and other SITEC Contractor teams. Additional responsibilities include assistance with quality control, software testing, end user training and data validation. 

Education:

• Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science Degree or 4+ years of equivalent work experience

Required Experience:

• 5+ years of related experience

Required Technical Skills:

• Strong understanding of Information Technology (IT)  
• At least 5 years of experience with the Software Development Life Cycle (Agile or Scrum Methodologies)  
• Strong understanding of Project Management principles such as those outlined in the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK)  
• At least 3-5 years of experience with technical writing or documenting functional or non-functional system requirements
• Strong understanding of Business Process Documentation and Business Process Streamlining and Automation
• Extensive experience utilizing Microsoft Office, Visio or other similar tools
• Clear understanding of Microsoft SharePoint or other collaboration and document management tools
• Clear Understanding of Azure Dev Ops (ADO) or similar application (Jira, ServiceNow, etc.) for project and requirements management
• Excellent technical writing skills a must  
• Strong requirements gathering and stakeholder management skills

Security Clearance Level:

• TS/SCI (Required)

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Must have good communication skills and be detail-oriented  
• Self-motivated, shows initiative, and works with minimal direction  
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• Must be able to evaluate current business processes and identifying potential areas for improvement
• Must be able to train and coach staff members
• Must be able to collaborate with managers and executives to ensure changes are effective
• Set objectives, plans, and schedule multiple projects to accomplish defined objectives to meet enterprise goals

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with software testing and QA/QC
• Foundation, Lean Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt) or PMP certification is desired, ACP/ CAPM a plus.
• Candidates who have prior Joint SOF experience are highly desirable 

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
● 401K with company match
● Comprehensive health and wellness packages
● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
● Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays