Head of Project Management

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking a talented Project Manager
Location: Joint Base Andrews, MD
Department: Department of Defense (DoD), Department of the Air Force (AF)
Type: Full Time
Min. Experience: Experienced
Security Clearance Level: Active Secret Clearance
Military Veterans are highly encouraged to apply!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provide overall program management leadership and oversight in support of the Air Force Review Boards Agency (AFRBA) Case Management Tracking Analysis and Reporting System (CMTARS) Operations and Maintenance program
Coordinate technical teams, manage program performance, ensure contract deliverables are met, and maintain effective communication with government stakeholders
Oversee project execution across multiple technical task areas supporting AFRBA’s OpenText-based electronic document management platform operating within the Air Force Cloud One environment
Provide overall program management oversight for all tasks within the CMTARS Operations and Maintenance contract
Manage project schedules, technical dependencies, staffing, and resources to meet the contract requirements and performance objectives
Ensure quality control processes are implemented across all technical and operational task areas
Coordinate closely with Government stakeholders, including the Contracting Officer (CO) and Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR)
Prepare and submit weekly status reports outlining: (1) work completed, (2) work in progress, and (3) identified risks and mitigation strategies
Develop, maintain, and update required program documentation including: (1) the Program Management Plan (PMP), (2) the Risk Management Plan, and (3) the Communications Plan
Oversee program execution to ensure deliverables meet schedule, quality, and performance standards defined in the contract
Manage coordination across development, system administration, user support, and reporting task areas supporting the CMTARS platform
Monitor program risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure mission continuity
Support program meetings, status views, and performance discussions with AFRBA leadership

Required Skills and Experience
Strong knowledge of DoD program management practices, contract deliverables, and performance metrics
Demonstrated expertise in enterprise content management systems, particularly OpenText platforms
Experience managing projects supporting secure federal or DoD environments
An ability to manage multiple technical task areas including software development, system administration, and user support teams
Strong experience in risk identification, mitigation planning, and issue resolution
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present program updates to government leadership and stakeholders
Experience coordinating across cross-functional teams and managing project schedules, dependencies, and resources
Proficiency with project management tools, reporting tools, and documentation processes used in federal programs
An ability to manage program documentation, track deliverables, and ensure compliance with contract requirements

Professional Certifications Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI)
OpenText Business Consultant Certification
Years of Professional Experience Five (5) or more years of project or program management experience supporting federal or DoD programs
Five (5) or more years of experience managing OpenText enterprise content management solutions, including OpenText Content Server and AppWorks within a DoD or federal environment
Five (5) or more years of demonstrated experience overseeing technical teams supporting enterprise systems, document management platforms, or cloud-based solutions
Five (5) or more years of experience managing project schedules, contract deliverables, risk management activities, and stakeholder communications for government programs
Five (5) or more years of experience developing and maintaining program documentation including Program Management Plans (PMPs), Risk Management Plans, and Communications Plans
Five (5) or more years of experience preparing weekly program status reports that include completed work, work in progress, and risk mitigation strategies
Desired experience National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) certification
Association for Intelligent Information Management (AIIM) Certified Records Manager (CRM) credential or similar records management certification
Any additional certifications related to enterprise content management, cloud technologies, or DoD information systems
Formal Education Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field
Citizenship Requirement U.S. Citizenship required for this specific opportunity
Security Clearance Requirements Must possess an active Secret clearance

CRITICAL NOTES:

• SSG will not make assumptions regarding your qualifications. Your answers to the mandatory screening questions must be supported by the information on your resume. Applications with inconsistencies will not be considered
• Recruiters or Third parties will not be considered.
• This is a 100% on-site position located at Joint Base Andrews, MD
• This is a W-2 position

U.S Citizenship is required for this specific opportunity . Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and be able to obtain a government-granted security clearance. Individuals may also be subject to a background investigation including, but not limited to criminal history, employment and education verification, drug testing, and creditworthiness.
Syms Strategic Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or genetic information.