IT Project Manager - Senior

Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking a Senior IT Project Lead to play a key role in driving the execution of the strategic plan for technology capabilities of a Federal Law Enforcement customer. They will be responsible for overseeing the entire lifecycle of complex IT programs and projects, with a specific focus on integrating and leveraging emerging technologies throughout the organization.

Successful Senior IT Project Lead will be capable of leading all development and implementation efforts, acting as the central point of contact when needed.

Responsibilities include:

• Proactively engaging with both internal and external stakeholders to meticulously manage expectations and ensure all project goals are in perfect alignment.
• Identifying potential risks early on and implement effective mitigation strategies, developing robust response plans to safeguard project success.
• Regularly briefing executive leadership on comprehensive project status, critical risks or blockers and upcoming strategic initiatives.
• Has general Government budget and acquisition knowledge to support government leads internal investment projects.
• Clearly defining project scope, develops detailed execution plans, set achievable milestones, and efficiently manages all allocated resources.
• Ensuring the delivery of high-quality end products, meticulously closing out projects after conducting thorough post-project evaluations to finalize all activities.
• Ensuring quality assurance across the lifecycle of projects in accordance with Company and federal IT governance frameworks.
• Delivering strategic direction for all projects under their purview, prioritizing their sustained effectiveness and overall viability.
• Helping to build AI knowledge and to drive the technical implementation of AI & Emerging Technology solutions to ensuring alignment with overall IT and data strategy
• Applying project management best practices in line with FBI frameworks and industry standards
• Creating and executing outreach campaigns and communicate effectively with key stakeholders

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• 8 years of experience in data governance, strategic planning, and data management.
• In absence of years of experience, certifications or past work may be used to show the level of experience needed to perform at this level.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $130355 - $221603

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.


About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Salary : $130,355 - $221,603