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Job Title: IT Project Manager (Cybersecurity & Compliance Focus)
Pay Type: SALARIED EXEMPT
Location: Hybrid, Washington, DC (Must Work East Coast Hours)
Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship (Required)
Summary of Position Role/Responsibilities
The IT Project Manager (Cybersecurity & Compliance Focus) is responsible for overseeing cybersecurity and compliance initiatives aligned with Risk Management Framework (RMF), FISMA, and system authorization activities. This role manages the planning, tracking, and execution of ATO-related efforts, coordinates compliance documentation and evidence collection, and facilitates reporting among stakeholders. Acting as a liaison between technical teams, compliance personnel, and leadership, the position supports governance processes and audit readiness, requiring strong project management skills and a solid understanding of federal cybersecurity frameworks and authorization procedures.
Essential Functions of the Job
- Manage cybersecurity authorization and compliance projects, ensuring alignment with RMF, FISMA, and ATO requirements.
- Track and manage ATO milestones, including control implementation, assessment activities, and remediation efforts.
- Maintain and organize compliance-related project documentation, including artifacts, evidence repositories, and tracking logs.
- Coordinate closely with Cybersecurity Solutions Architects (CSA) and Systems Security Engineers (SSE) to align technical execution with compliance requirements.
- Prepare and deliver security posture reports and compliance status updates to internal leadership and external stakeholders.
- Support audit activities and security governance reviews, including preparation of documentation and coordination of responses.
- Monitor project risks, issues, and dependencies related to compliance and authorization efforts, escalating as necessary.
- Ensure consistent communication and alignment across technical, compliance, and program management teams.
Marginal Functions of the Job
- Other duties as assigned
Normal Work Schedule:
This full-time role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM–5:30 PM and requires flexibility to work remotely or on-site (if applicable per client RTO policies). On occasion additional hours may be necessary.
Education, Training, and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 5–8 years of experience in IT project management, with a focus on cybersecurity, compliance, or federal programs.
- Working knowledge of RMF (NIST 800-37), FISMA, and ATO processes.
- Experience managing compliance-driven projects, including documentation tracking and audit preparation.
- Familiarity with cybersecurity roles and functions, including coordination with CSA, SSE, and compliance teams.
- Strong organizational and documentation management skills, with attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, timelines, and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for reporting and stakeholder engagement.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen and eligible to support federal contracting environments.
Preferred Certifications
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Agile certification
- Security or compliance-related certifications (e.g., Security , CISA)
EEO Statement
The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran's status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws.