Job Information
GovCIO Project Manager (Remote) in Helena, Montana
Overview
GovCIO is currently hiring for a Project Manager focused on Operational Excellence (OPEX), with a background in IT back-end systems and databases. This position will be fully remote located within the United States.
Responsibilities
In this role, you will provide contracted support to the Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Information and Technology. Specifically, you will lead teams of IT professionals responsible for maintaining the backend systems and databases for the VA Corporate Data Warehouse (CDW).
As a self-starter on a team of high-performers, you will work closely with our VA partners to improve operational processes and to build a success-oriented organization focused on data analytics and integrity. The environment is dynamic and challenging, as client needs are often evolving. Strong leadership, problem-solving, rapid learning, and innovation are essential to lead our clients through conceptualization, strategic planning, and execution.
The OPEX Project Manager will be responsible for the following:
Lead the CDW System Administration (SA) and Database Administration (DBA) teams in daily activities and provide status to the GovCIO CDW Program Manager.
Ensure all SA and DBA work is logged, prioritized, and tracked through Jira or other tools designated by the Client.
Partner with Clients to strategize, plan, and track progress toward meeting their objectives.
Provide insights into the best practices and initiatives that support the customer’s needs.
Understand existing processes and identify those areas requiring improvement and implement those for processes through team collaboration.
Develop trust amongst team members so to gather information needed to escalate customer concerns when they arise.
Partner with other CDW and other product teams to define, implement, and operate a support model that leverages Agile and DevOps principles.
Analyze, manage, and report key system status and metrics to the customer and GovCIO CDW Program Manager.
Identify and manage risks and issues impacting the progress and outcome of key customer initiatives.
Identify appropriate resolutions to achieve client satisfaction in a timely manner and create a Root Cause Analysis, when needed.
Qualifications
Required Skills and Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems, Business or related scientific/technical discipline, 10 years relevant work experience within an IT environment required. 4 years of additional experience may be substituted for education.
2-5 years of experience working in a government environment.
Experience in leading teams using Agile Scrum and Kanban.
Clearance Required
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Suitability/Public Trust Clearance.
Company Overview
GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.
But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.
Posted Pay Range
The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
Posted Salary Range
USD $120,000.00 - USD $160,000.00 /Yr.
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Location US-Remote
ID 2025-5605
Category Project/Program Management
Position Type Full-Time