Deployment Project Manager - Altus Technology Solutions

Location: Hanover, MD

Schedule (FT/PT): Full Time

Travel Required: No

Shift: Day

Remote Type: No Remote

Clearance: Active TS/SCI w/ FS Poly clearance

Certification: A Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is required.

Education: High School Diploma

Years of Experience: 9 years as an Project Manager without a degree, 5 years as a Project Manager with a Bachelor's Degree

Description

At Altus, we pride ourselves on providing a dynamic and enriching work environment that highly values and recognizes your invaluable contributions. Our strength lies in our size, which allows us to provide stability while presenting numerous possibilities for personal and professional development. Recognizing the importance of flexibility in attaining your goals, we strive to be the ideal partner in helping you achieve the desired work-life balance.

If you believe this is the type of setting where you can flourish, continue reading!

The Altus team delivers the core backbone of Enterprise IT services for our government customer. Our engineers are responsible for the architecture, engineering, integration, operations, maintenance, and sustainment of a worldwide multi-level/multiple classification Enterprise IT environment enabling collaboration between the US and Foreign parties.

In this exciting position, you will use your unique talents and make an immediate impact as Deployment Project manager by doing the following:

• Deployment Planning and Management: The Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the deployment of IT equipment, which may include hardware, software, and networking components. This involves not only coordinating the logistical aspects of deployment but also ensuring that the deployment aligns with project objectives, budget constraints, and timeline requirements.

• Technical Expertise: Given the nature of IT equipment deployment, the Project Manager should possess a strong understanding of IT systems and infrastructure. This includes familiarity with various types of equipment, their functionalities, compatibility considerations, and best practices for deployment and configuration.

• Resource Allocation and Management: In the context of IT equipment deployment, resource allocation extends beyond personnel and budget to encompass hardware, software licenses, network bandwidth, and physical space. The Project Manager must effectively allocate these resources to support the deployment process while optimizing efficiency and minimizing waste.

• Risk Management: The deployment of IT equipment introduces specific risks, such as compatibility issues, hardware failures, security vulnerabilities, and disruptions to existing systems. The Project Manager should assess these risks proactively, implement mitigation strategies, and allocate resources to address potential contingencies.

• Compliance and Regulatory Requirements: In addition to general contractual obligations, IT equipment deployment projects may be subject to specific regulatory requirements and industry standards, particularly regarding data security and privacy. The Project Manager must ensure compliance with these regulations and coordinate with relevant stakeholders, such as legal and compliance teams.

• Documentation and Reporting: Documentation is crucial in IT equipment deployment projects, encompassing inventory lists, installation procedures, configuration settings, and user manuals. The Project Manager should oversee the creation of comprehensive documentation and establish processes for ongoing maintenance and updates. Additionally, regular reporting on project progress, issues, and milestones is essential to keep stakeholders informed and facilitate decision-making.

• Integration with Enterprise IT Systems: The job description mentions experience in Enterprise IT systems, indicating a need for the Project Manager to understand how the deployment of IT equipment fits into the broader IT infrastructure of the organization. This includes integration considerations, such as interoperability with existing systems, data migration, and user training.?

Primary Responsibilities:

• Work with the higher-level project managers, if applicable, to provide effective and efficient management of the contractor’s effort.

• Assist higher level project manager with allocation of resources (staffing, facilities, and budgets) on the effort.

• Direct and manage the activities of a project team.

• Provide direction and mentoring to project team members; set the appropriate goals and objectives.

• Directs and manages the activities of a project team.

• Provide direction and mentoring to project team members; set the appropriate goals and objectives.

• Review risk and risk mitigation activities and allocate resources for the same.

• Provide analysis of operational objectives and draft plans to meet objectives.

• Mitigate project risks and issues that occur.

• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and administrative requirements imposed by the contract in coordination with the Contractor’s contracts staff.

• Allocate resources (staffing, facilities, and equipment) to multiple simultaneous requirements.

• Prepare and complete action plans to be presented to the Government.

• Document system and project process improvements.

Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI Poly Clearance

• Bachelor’s degree is Preferred.

• Four (4) years of additional program management experience of similar scope, type, and complexity with at least one (1) of the four (4) years with the DoD may be substituted for a Bachelor’s degree.

• A Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is required.

• Five (5) of demonstrated experience in conducting requirements analysis, resource allocation, project costing, deliverable tracking, schedule and financial data monitoring, and reporting for projects and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required

• One (1) year experience in Enterprise IT systems and projects. Managing and performing integration operations and maintenance activities on multiple system domains of various security classification levels and diverse user bases concurrently.

About Altus

Becoming a leader in the information technology industry requires more than just technological expertise. It demands a holistic understanding of systems, a strong drive for excellence, and a dedicated team of certified professionals. Since its establishment in 2004, Altus Technology Solutions has been deeply committed to providing top-quality, performance-driven services and solutions. As an ISO 9001:2015 Certified Information Technology and Engineering Consulting and Services firm, Altus serves both commercial and government clients. With a foundation rooted in integrity, Altus tackles the challenges and opportunities faced by customers by integrating proven solutions with industry-leading practices. To learn more, please visit www.Altusts.com.

Pay and Benefits

Recognizing the significance of pay and benefits in any career choice, we meticulously design compensation packages that align with the value of the work we perform for our customers. Our employment benefits encompass competitive compensation, comprehensive Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, generous Paid Leave, and Retirement plans.

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Commitment to Diversity

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, -protected statuses-). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments, or training.

Disclaimer

The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.