Technical Project Manager

About the Role

Everforth ECS is seeking a highly motivated and technically curious Technical Project Manager to support a portfolio of dynamic initiatives for Intelligence Community (IC) customers. This role combines technical project leadership, stakeholder engagement, and operational execution across emerging technology programs focused on AI/ML innovation, Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), cloud modernization, data management, and mission-focused systems integration. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced, high-visibility environments and is comfortable working with cross-functional technical teams, government stakeholders, and industry partners. This position is contingent upon contract award and is expected to be majority onsite in Chantilly, VA, and Fairfax, VA, with portions of the work conducted within a classified SCIF environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple technical and operational projects supporting AI/ML initiatives, data management platforms, cloud modernization, and emerging technology integration.
• Translate high-level mission objectives into executable project plans, schedules, and technical requirements.
• Coordinate and facilitate project kickoff meetings, technical exchange meetings, customer briefings, and recurring status meetings.
• Track project priorities, risks, timelines, dependencies, and deliverables while ensuring alignment across stakeholders.
• Support customer engagements and technical discussions to identify mission needs, operational gaps, and data requirements.
• Partner with technical leads, engineers, cloud specialists, AI/ML teams, and government stakeholders to drive successful project execution.
• Assist with resolving blockers and aligning cross-functional teams around project goals and technical requirements.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, meeting minutes, status reports, action trackers, and technical delivery milestones.
• Support cloud onboarding workflows, secure tenant deployments, and adoption planning efforts.
• Manage subcontractors, vendors, and external partners supporting assigned projects.
• Monitor and report project metrics, resource needs, and program performance.
• Adapt quickly to evolving mission priorities and support rapidly changing customer requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Active Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) security clearance with a Counterintelligence (CI) or Full-Scope (FS) polygraph required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 7+ years of project, program management, or program technical leadership experience supporting technical, defense, R&D, or government programs.
• Experience managing cross-functional technical teams and coordinating with government stakeholders.
• Experience with data management, data governance, or data pipeline technologies.
• Experience with container technologies and distributed software systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
• Experience supporting project planning, risk management, schedule tracking, and status reporting.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies, Kanban, JIRA, or related project management tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and collaboration platforms.
• Familiarity with system architecture, distributed systems, or cloud environments.
• Ability to work independently in high-tempo, high-ambiguity environments.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.

Desired Skills

• PMP certification or equivalent project/program management certification.
• Security+ certification or other IAT Level II certification.
• Master’s degree in a technical or business-related discipline.
• Experience supporting AI/ML, Generative AI, or LLM-related initiatives.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, AWS GovCloud, or Azure Government.
• Understanding of secure cloud environments, IL5/IL6 deployments, or classified cloud architectures.
• Familiarity with mission environments.
• Experience leading pilots, proof-of-concept efforts, or innovation-focused technical programs.
• Experience with scripting or data analysis tools such as Python, Bash, or R.

Pay

Salary Range: $170,000–210,000

Benefits

General Description of Benefits

Everforth ECS is the federal segment of Everforth, a $4B global organization with over 10,000 employees. Our nearly 3,500 professionals deliver advanced technology solutions in data and AI, cybersecurity, and enterprise transformation, serving defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies. Our work powers mission-critical outcomes, strengthens technology partnerships, and creates meaningful opportunities for our people. We are defined by a commitment to excellence in delivery, a culture of innovation, and an environment where talent can thrive and grow.

We Value: Attracting and developing top talent and high-performing teams; Fostering a culture that is engaging, accountable, and mission-driven.

Meet the challenge. Make a difference with Everforth ECS!