Project Manager

Senior Project ManagerThe Air Force, Space & Intelligence Business Group of SAIC is seeking a Senior Project Manager to support the Modernization Division of the Joint Communication Support Element (JCSE) at MacDill Air Force Base (MAFB) in Tampa, Florida. SAIC provides strategic, technical, and program management guidance and support services to facilitate the operations and modernization of the combatant command’s infrastructure, systems, and applications.The successful candidate works on high-visibility or mission critical aspects of a given program and performs all functional duties independently; oversees the efforts of less senior staff and/or is responsible for the efforts of all staff assigned to a specific job.Responsibilities:Leading the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale IT programs supporting USTRANSCOM’s enterprise modernization and service management objectivesProviding strategic program oversight, including scope, schedule, cost, risk, and performance management across multiple concurrent workstreamsCoordinating with government stakeholders, technical leads, and contractor teams to ensure alignment with mission priorities and contract deliverablesDeveloping and maintaining project management artifacts such as project plans, schedules, risk registers, communication plans, and performance metricsManaging program governance processes, including Integrated Project Team (IPT) meetings, milestone reviews, and executive-level briefingsIdentifying and mitigating program risks, issues, and dependencies, ensuring proactive resolution and minimal mission impactLeading resource planning, workload prioritization, and task assignment across multidisciplinary teamsEnsuring compliance with DoD, USTRANSCOM, and SAIC program management standards, policies, and reporting requirementsProviding expert guidance on process improvement, workflow optimization, and modernization initiativesSupporting contract management activities including deliverable development, quality assurance, and performance reportingMentoring junior project managers and team members to strengthen program management capabilitiesParticipating with senior leadership to establish strategic plans, objectives, and long-term modernization roadmapsMaking decisions on administrative or project matters to ensure effective achievement of program and organizational objectivesThis position is Monday through Friday, normal business hours. However, employee may be required to provide after-hours and weekend support during planned or emergency events.Qualifications:Required Qualifications:Ten (10) years or more of project or program management experienceActive DoD Secret ClearanceBachelor’s degree in a related fieldPMPDoD 8570 IAT Level II or III certification (e.g., Security+, CASP+, CISSP)ITIL v4 Foundations certificationDemonstrated experience leading complex IT programs within DoD or other federal environmentsProven ability to manage cross-functional teams and coordinate with senior government stakeholdersStrong understanding of IT service management, enterprise modernization, and cloud or infrastructure programsExperience developing and managing project schedules, budgets, risks, and performance metricsProficiency with project management tools such as MS Project, Jira, Confluence, or similarExcellent communication skills, including experience preparing and delivering executive-level briefingsAbility to identify and resolve operational, process, and performance inefficienciesExperience mentoring junior staff and fostering collaborative team environmentsDesired Qualifications:MA/MS degreeFifteen (15) or more years of experienceDoD TS/SCI clearanceExperience supporting USTRANSCOM, Air Mobility Command, or other TRANSCOM componentsExperience managing hybrid contract types (FFP, T&M, CPFF)Familiarity with cloud modernization, cybersecurity programs, or enterprise IT transformation initiativesExperience with Agile, DevSecOps, or ITIL-based service delivery modelsKnowledge of DoD acquisition, budgeting, and governance processesSAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline. SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives. We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion.