Project Manager - Consultant

Job : Project Manager _Consultant (IT Operations Projects)

Location : Columbia, SC, USA

400 Otarre Pkwy, Cayce, SC 29033

• Onsite Position

• Lead Infrastructure & Security Modernization Initiatives

• Manage enterprise-level environments (Server, Network, Cloud, Endpoint, Identity, Core Platforms)

• Strengthen cybersecurity posture

• Align projects with NIST CSF, FISMA, CIS Controls

• Support business continuity & strategic IT roadmap

Responsibilities

• Lead infrastructure & security-related IT projects

• Manage full project lifecycle (Initiation Planning Execution Closeout)

• Develop project charters, scope documents, milestones

• Coordinate cross-functional teams (Infrastructure, Security, Operations, Applications)

• Track requirements, risks, issues, and dependencies

• Prepare status reports & executive-level briefings

• Ensure compliance with IT governance & change management processes

• Support audit readiness & documentation

• Maintain risk registers & mitigation strategies

• Develop policies, procedures, and cybersecurity standards

• Ensure compliance with NIST 800-53, FISMA, CIS, State InfoSec standards

• Oversee communication plans and stakeholder updates

Required Skills (Ranked)

1. 3+ Years IT Project Management

2. 3+ Years Enterprise Network Infrastructure (LAN/WAN)

3. 3+ Years NIST Cybersecurity Framework / NIST SP 800-53 / FISMA / CIS

4. 3+ Years Cloud Platforms (Azure, AWS)

5. 3+ Years Active Directory

6. 3+ Years Endpoint Management Platforms

7. 2+ Years Azure DevOps, SharePoint, MS Project, Excel

Preferred Skills

1. Public Sector Security/Infrastructure Project Management Experience

2. Experience with CDC, HIPAA, CJIS compliance

3. PMP Certification (Active)

Additional Skills

• Strong risk management & mitigation skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities

• Self-motivated & works independently

• Adaptable to changing priorities

• Strong written & verbal communication

Education

• Bachelor s Degree in relevant field
  OR

• Equivalent work experience