Project Manager with Security Clearance

Xfinion is seeking a skilled Project Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing quality, connectivity, and availability of systems; deliverables; and performance; and recommend course corrections to improve systems Provide support to the client, as well as the team. All qualifying candidates should meet the following requirements. This position plays a critical role in ensuring government initiatives are executed efficiently, transparently, and in alignment with community and stakeholder needs. Minimum DoD Secret clearance is required. Additional Information: Must be a US Citizen Responsibilities / Qualifications: The PM shall be responsible for ensuring conformity to contractual obligations, establishing and maintaining master plans and schedules. The PM shall perform day-to-day management of overall contract support operations . Key Responsibilities - Plan, lead, and manage government projects from initiation through completion, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget alignment. - Act as the primary liaison between government agencies, contractors, vendors, and the public to ensure high levels of service delivery and satisfaction. - Apply project management best practices (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, PMBOK) to guide execution and risk mitigation. - Build and maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders to support project success and maintain public trust. - Lead, mentor, and support cross-functional teams; foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development. - Proactively identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies in collaboration with relevant stakeholders. - Provide regular status updates and detailed reports to senior leadership and oversight committees. - Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and standards throughout the project lifecycle. - Manage change control processes and ensure project documentation is maintained accurately and timely. - Promote a service-first mindset within the project team, ensuring that all interactions—internal or public-facing—meet high standards of responsiveness and professionalism. Required Skills: The Project Manager shall clearly possess the following knowledge and skills - Familiarity with procurement, contract management, or compliance in a government setting. - Culturally competent and adept at managing diverse teams and engaging community stakeholders. - Knowledge base systems and QA applications. - Deep understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) and the ability to apply them effectively to manage iterative, fast-paced projects. - Proven ability to build high-performing teams through motivation, clarity, and strategic talent placement. - Strong skills in developing people, providing constructive feedback, identifying growth opportunities, and supporting career progression. - High level of empathy, active listening, and conflict resolution to foster psychological safety and inclusive collaboration. - Ability to establish clear expectations, track development goals, and create individualized performance improvement plans. - Skilled at aligning project goals with broader enterprise architecture strategies and IT roadmaps. - Ability to bridge the gap between technical teams and business stakeholders, ensuring mutual understanding and shared vision. - Experience managing initiatives that involve complex system integrations, legacy system modernization, or platform transitions. - Strong skills in preparing and delivering reports, dashboards, and briefings to leadership and governance bodies. - Ensures stakeholder satisfaction and transparent communication across agencies, departments, and communities. - Proactively addresses misalignment and tension among stakeholders or team members. - Ability to plan, scope, budget, and track complex multi-phased projects with cross-functional impact. - Identifies project risks early and implements mitigation strategies effectively. - Leverages data and KPIs to evaluate project health and drive continuous improvement. - Skilled in managing product backlogs, sprint planning, and retrospectives. - Capable of mentoring teams and stakeholders in Agile practices and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. - Ability to lead Agile transformations and help organizations shift from traditional to adaptive delivery models. Education Requirements/Years of Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business, Project Management, or related field (Master’s preferred). Minimum 5 years of experience in project management, preferably within government, public sector, or regulated environments. Preferred : - Proven experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and managing cross-agency initiatives. - Strong customer service orientation with the ability to manage expectations and build consensus among diverse stakeholders. - Demonstrated success in developing staff, coaching team members, and building high-performing teams. - Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. - PMP, CAPM, or similar certification strongly preferred. - Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet). Additional Information: Xfinion, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Must have a security clearance (Secret or Top Secret) and be a US citizen. Must be able to report on site upon hiring.

Location: Rosslyn, Virginia, US

Posted Date: 11/23/2025