What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior IT Program Manager position at General Dynamics?
Job Details
This is an unpaid fellowship through the Department of Defense (DoD) SkillBridge Program. The fellow selected for this role will not receive compensation or benefits from GDIT and will not be an employee, agent or contractor of GDIT but rather will remain an employee of the DoD and will receive compensation and benefits through the DoD.
Type of Requisition:
Pipeline
Clearance Level Must Currently Posses:
Top Secret/SCI
Clearance Level Must Be Able To Obtain:
Top Secret/SCI
Public Trust/Other Required:
None
Job Family:
IT Infrastructure and Operations
Job Qualifications:
Skills:
Information Technology Project Management, IT Programs, Systems Engineering
Certifications:
None
Experience:
8 years of related experience
ship Required:
Yes
Job Description:
Through the DoD SkillBridge Program, GDIT offers transitioning service members the opportunity to gain hands-on training and experience as a Senior IT Project Manager Fellow, supporting U.S. Army Network Enterprise Technology Command (NETCOM) and enterprise IT operations across the Department of Defense Information Network (DODIN). In this Fellowship, you'll observe and participate in real-world project management, systems integration, and enterprise architecture activities while learning how large-scale Army networks are engineered, governed, and sustained. You will work alongside experienced GDIT project managers, engineers, and NETCOM leadership while preparing for a successful transition into civilian IT project management, systems engineering coordination, or enterprise architecture support roles.
As a Senior IT Project Manager Fellow, you will train under the guidance of senior program and technical leads to learn how NETCOM missions plan, coordinate, and execute lifecycle activities for NIPRNET, SIPRNET, and Deployed Forces (DF) environments. Throughout the Fellowship, you will support task coordination, customer engagement, documentation development, quality assurance, logistics tracking, and project planning-gaining firsthand experience in managing complex DoD IT programs. You will learn the organizational processes, stakeholder communication practices, and enterprise management techniques that form the foundation of an advanced-level IT project management career.
HOW A SENIOR IT PROJECT MANAGER FELLOW WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED
Education:
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science
Experience:
8 years of relevant experience in IT project management, systems integration, enterprise operations, or related technical disciplines.
Technical Skills:
Skills & Abilities:
REQUIREMENTS
Certifications:
Security Clearance:
Citizenship:
Location:
DoD SkillBridge Eligibility:
Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of the fellowship.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Travel Required:
None
Telecommuting Options:
Onsite
Work Location:
USA AZ Sierra Vista
Additional Work Locations:
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.
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Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
Type of Requisition:
Pipeline
Clearance Level Must Currently Posses:
Top Secret/SCI
Clearance Level Must Be Able To Obtain:
Top Secret/SCI
Public Trust/Other Required:
None
Job Family:
IT Infrastructure and Operations
Job Qualifications:
Skills:
Information Technology Project Management, IT Programs, Systems Engineering
Certifications:
None
Experience:
8 years of related experience
ship Required:
Yes
Job Description:
Through the DoD SkillBridge Program, GDIT offers transitioning service members the opportunity to gain hands-on training and experience as a Senior IT Project Manager Fellow, supporting U.S. Army Network Enterprise Technology Command (NETCOM) and enterprise IT operations across the Department of Defense Information Network (DODIN). In this Fellowship, you'll observe and participate in real-world project management, systems integration, and enterprise architecture activities while learning how large-scale Army networks are engineered, governed, and sustained. You will work alongside experienced GDIT project managers, engineers, and NETCOM leadership while preparing for a successful transition into civilian IT project management, systems engineering coordination, or enterprise architecture support roles.
As a Senior IT Project Manager Fellow, you will train under the guidance of senior program and technical leads to learn how NETCOM missions plan, coordinate, and execute lifecycle activities for NIPRNET, SIPRNET, and Deployed Forces (DF) environments. Throughout the Fellowship, you will support task coordination, customer engagement, documentation development, quality assurance, logistics tracking, and project planning-gaining firsthand experience in managing complex DoD IT programs. You will learn the organizational processes, stakeholder communication practices, and enterprise management techniques that form the foundation of an advanced-level IT project management career.
HOW A SENIOR IT PROJECT MANAGER FELLOW WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
- Attending customer meetings and observing how GDIT serves as a key liaison between NETCOM, vendors, and other government organizations.
- Coordinating and supporting the development of project deliverables, technical documentation, and mission-essential products.
- Assisting with quality assurance efforts to ensure delivery of accurate and complete project outputs.
- Supporting day-to-day operations of NETCOM IT capabilities and gaining experience in operational project leadership.
- Contributing to the validation of spend plans, tracking equipment requirements, and quantifying associated costs.
- Assisting with the coordination, execution, and tracking of critical equipment shipments and logistics movements.
- Preparing briefings, project plans, and updates in support of NETCOM program leadership.
- Supporting the administrative and operational oversight of IT projects under the guidance of senior GDIT project managers.
- Collaborating with resource managers and understanding workflow processes for required reviews and approvals.
- Maintaining currency on relevant technologies used within the NETCOM enterprise environment.
- Participating in special projects that expand broad exposure to enterprise IT architecture and program operations.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED
Education:
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science
Experience:
8 years of relevant experience in IT project management, systems integration, enterprise operations, or related technical disciplines.
Technical Skills:
- DoD 8570 IAM Level I Certification (e.g., Security CE, CAP, GSLC)
- ITIL 4 Foundation Certification
- Familiarity with enterprise IT architecture, project planning, and lifecycle management
- Understanding of DoD networks, operational processes, or mission partner environments (preferred)
Skills & Abilities:
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Analytical problem solving and adaptability
- People and task leadership
- Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, mission-oriented environments
REQUIREMENTS
Certifications:
- IAM Level I baseline certification (required)
- ITIL 4 Foundation Certification (required)
Security Clearance:
- Active Top Secret / SCI required
Citizenship:
- U.S. Citizenship required
Location:
- On Customer Site
DoD SkillBridge Eligibility:
- Has served at least 180 days on active duty
- Can participate within the last 6 months of separation or retirement
- Will receive an honorable discharge
- Has taken any service TAP/TGPS
- Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months
Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of the fellowship.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Travel Required:
None
Telecommuting Options:
Onsite
Work Location:
USA AZ Sierra Vista
Additional Work Locations:
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.
Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
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