The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) has a potential need for a Project Manager/Working Lead to provide Project Management of Information Technology (IT), IT logistics, and Cybersecurity support services for our government customer located in Ft. Hood, TX.
DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:
Relevant education/experience must be in an IT discipline related to the assigned program area (e.g., Network Engineering, Network Management, Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer or Software Engineering, Management Information Systems, Computer Forensics/Security, etc.).
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Must possess a minimum of a Highschool Diploma/GED & thirteen plus (13+) years’ relevant experience; OR
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a minimum of an Associate’s Degree - Directly Related & eleven plus (11+) years’ relevant experience; OR
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a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree - Directly Related & nine plus (9+) years’ relevant experience; OR
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a minimum of a Master’s Degree - Directly Related & seven plus (7+) years’ relevant experience.
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Must have at least one (1) certification in the project management field.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
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Must have a minimum of five (5) years’ of experience leading twenty (20) or more employees.
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Direct Experience in DOD Computing Environment, Security+ (or equivalent DOD Directive 8570.1 IAT II)
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Must be proficient in the use of computers and software required to perform work (e.g., Microsoft Office software).
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Must have working knowledge of MS Project; familiarity with OTC operational testing environment preferred.
HIGHLY DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
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Experience with project tracking, providing detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, and status reports
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Knowledge of FAR regulations and requirements
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Knowledge of Department of Defense (DoD) network security requirements
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Knowledge of network design, operation, and maintenance
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Knowledge of DoD Cybersecurity requirements
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Knowledge of and experience with help desk support and operation
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Knowledge of networking and network-based software applications
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Demonstrated ability for oral and written communication with the highest levels of management
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Expert knowledge of IT Systems and understanding of Networking and Computer Information Systems
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Demonstrate ability to manage multiple diverse IT projects across multiple IT disciplines as well as IT plans and policy experience
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Demonstrate ability to manage and track IT projects across multiple directorates and organizations is preferred
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Demonstrate ability to understand that IT project management is part project management, part technology operations and part general management. IT project manager’s plan, organize, and integrate cross-functional information technology projects that are significant in scope and impact
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Demonstrate ability to develop requirements with the supported customer and design a solution to meet the IT requirements and deadlines, and work effectively within time constraints
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Demonstrate ability to analyze a provided solution to compare with the current environment(s) and determine if the solution meets the mission requirements.
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Must be able to handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently
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Must have strong communications skills in verbally presentations and written documents
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Must have problem solving skills in personal management, project management, and providing deliverables Good organizational skills.
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Direct experience working as project team member or a project lead as required
REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE:
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Must be U.S. Citizen. (Foreign nationals/immigrant aliens are not authorized to work on this contract)
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Must hold minimum of Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain/maintain Top Secret clearance is required
The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible employees enjoy a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays.
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are proud to state that we do not illegally discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of any protected categories. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click here to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees
“EOE, including Disability/Vets” OR “Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans”
The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses. The Family of Companies (FOCs) includes Ke`aki Technologies, Laulima Government Solutions, Kūpono Government Services, and Kapili Services, Po`okela Solutions, Kīkaha Solutions, LLC, and Pololei Solutions, LLC. Alaka`ina Foundation activities principally benefit the youth of Hawaii through charitable efforts which includes providing innovative educational programs that combine leadership, science & technology, and environmental stewardship.
For additional information, please visit www.alakainafoundation.com
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