Sr. Project Manager

RESULTS. INNOVATION. VALUES. ACCOUNTABILITY.

That’s RIVA.

We’re a mission-driven IT services company and systems integrator supporting digital transformation and modernization for federal government agencies. Since 2009, we’ve partnered with our customers to solve complex challenges through smart, practical innovation to deliver real outcomes where they matter most. Our teams are made up of industry-leading experts who are passionate about doing great work and making a difference. We don’t just develop solutions, we support efforts that strengthen communities and serve the public good.


RIVA’s culture is built on four core values: Results, Innovation, Values, and Accountability. They guide how we work, how we collaborate, and how we measure success. Our employee-first approach is rooted in trust, ownership, and meaningful work. By investing in our people and fostering a flexible, supportive environment, employees have the opportunity to grow their skills, contribute ideas, and make an impact from day one. all while supporting missions that matter.

POSITION OVERVIEW

RIVA is seeking a highly organized and proactive Sr. Project Manager who will lead multidisciplinary security, AI, DevSecOps, governance, and QA teams while serving as the primary delivery lead responsible for scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, and customer satisfaction.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead overall program execution and FFP delivery.
• Manage security, AI, DevSecOps, governance, and QA teams.
• Serve as primary interface with leadership and stakeholders.
• Lead Agile ceremonies, sprint reviews, release planning, and executive briefings.
• Manage scope, schedule, staffing, risks, and financial performance.
• Prepare status reports, staffing plans, and risk registers.
• Support contract compliance, onboarding, transition, SOPs, and knowledge transfer.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience managing Federal IT delivery programs.
• Experience leading AI, cybersecurity, and DevSecOps teams.
• Knowledge of PMBOK, Agile, Scrum, Kanban, and risk management.
• Executive reporting and stakeholder communication experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• PMP, CSM, PMI-ACP, or SAFe certification.
• Experience managing FFP Federal contracts.
• Knowledge of FISMA, NIST, ATO, and DevSecOps.

The salary or salary range for this role reflects an estimated range informed by multiple compensation factors. Final offers may vary based on considerations such as relevant experience, education and training, critical skillsets, and overall business needs.

Pay range

$160,000—$175,000 USD

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY & ACCOMMODATION

We believe great teams are built from different backgrounds, perspectives, and lived experiences, and we mean that beyond the buzzwords.

RIVA is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need an accommodation at any point in our process, send an email to View email address on aiapply.co, we'll be happy to help.

VETERAN SUPPORT & ACCESSIBILITY

As a federal contractor, RIVA follows the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, supporting the employment and advancement of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you're a veteran, we encourage you to self-identify during the application process, it helps us track our hiring commitments and, in some cases, may support priority referral for open roles.

RIVA also invites applicants to voluntarily self-identify as having a disability during the application process, not because it affects your chances of being hired, but because it helps us measure how well we're living up to our commitments and identify where we can do better. Your response is confidential and entirely optional.