Information Technology Project Manager

Essential Functions

• Oversee all program activities including schedule development, cost tracking, resource planning, and scope management.
• Serve as the lead liaison between the government, Integrated Project Team (IPT), and internal support staff.
• Provide strategic and day-to-day leadership in Agile project execution, including sprint planning, prioritization, product demonstrations, and retrospective reviews.
• Track performance metrics and produce reports on resource allocation, sprint velocity, defect resolution, and delivery milestones.
• Lead the coordination and integration of project activities across development, operations, cybersecurity, and cloud hosting functions.
• Support compliance with federal security and IT governance by maintaining clear documentation, process guidance, and strategic planning materials.
• Participate in meetings and briefings, and provide updates and recommendations to the client.
• Identify and respond to project delays or challenges by developing corrective action plans and coordinating with key stakeholders to realign priorities.
• Lead and support administrative functions, including staff performance feedback, documentation compliance, and internal process improvements.
• Develop and deliver communications, presentations, and deliverables for all audiences.

Minimum Qualifications

• This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active DOE “Q” or equivalent clearance.
• Certification in Project Management (PMP), Agile, SAFe for Government, or ITIL v3 is preferred.
• Experience in achieving or maintaining Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) Level 3 or higher is preferred.
• Knowledge of DOE/NNSA personnel vetting systems, federal security clearance processes, and cybersecurity oversight requirements is preferred.
• Familiarity with .NET development environments, cloud infrastructure (Azure preferred), and DevSecOps practices is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Information Systems, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in information systems/technology, including at least 5 years managing cross-functional software engineer teams supporting DOE/NNSA programs.
• Demonstrated experience in Agile software development, project management, and cloud-based enterprise system operations.
• Skilled in planning, monitoring, and managing cross-functional technical teams using tools such as Azure DevOps or similar platforms.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills with the ability to lead large teams and manage high-priority initiatives.

About MELE

MELE is a veteran and minority-owned government contractor offering innovative solutions to its customers. The company serves over a hundred countries across hundreds of project locations, providing technical, engineering, and programmatic support to various U.S. federal and international agencies.