Educational Program Manager Jobs in Philadelphia, PA

Type: Full Time

Location: Philadelphia, PA (Travel - CONUS locations, less than 5%)

Overtime Exempt: Yes

Reports To: ARMADA HQ

Security Clearance Required: Secret

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Duties & Responsibilities:

• The Program Manager (PM) shall assist with the development and management of comprehensive project plans, outlining tasks, timelines, and resource requirements.
• The Program Manager shall participate in cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring team members understand their roles and responsibilities.
• The Program Manager shall identify and assess potential risks, developing mitigation strategies to minimize project impact.
• The PM shall effectively communicate project progress, issues, and milestones to stakeholders, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
• The PM shall assist with defining and managing project scope, ensuring deliverables meet business requirements and objectives.
• The PM shall implement quality assurance processes to monitor and evaluate project deliverables against established standards.
• The PM shall adhere to the implementation of change management strategies provided by the government to address adjustments in project scope or requirements.
• The PM shall establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess project success and identify areas for improvement.
• The PM shall ensure adherence to organizational policies, procedures, and regulations throughout the project lifecycle.
• The PM shall proactively address project issues, conflicts, and bottlenecks, working to find timely and effective solutions.
• The PM shall foster a culture of continuous improvement, identifying opportunities to enhance project management processes and methodologies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• This position requires: Strong task management, excellent communication (written and verbal) skills, providing a high level of customer services with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• This position requires proficiency in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Minimum/General Experience:

• Ten (10) years' experience in managing a team in information technology and serve as the overall program manager and primary interface with customers.
• Five (5) years' experience in information assurance experience.

Certifications:

• Minimum Certification Requirements: IAT Level III certification (CASP+ CE, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP (or Associate), GCED, GCIH and CCSP).

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, communications systems management, or an equivalent technical degree from an accredited college or university, OR a Project Management Professional Certification (PMP) is acceptable in lieu of the Bachelor's degree.

Disclaimer:

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of the contractor assigned to this position. Applying: If you feel you have the knowledge, skills and abilities for this position visit our careers page at www.armadausa.com.

Special Notes: Relocation is not available for these jobs.

ARMADA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. ARMADA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Must be able to successfully pass a background check, and pre-employment drug testing.  Job offers are contingent upon results of background check and drug testing.