PM

PM - Contract - Vienna, VA - $65.00 - $67.60/hr.

The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's/applicant's qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available.

Our client is seeking a PM in Vienna, VA.

Role Description

Collaborate and negotiate with business partners and vendors to understand requirement needs and resolve any gaps or risks/issues
PM on a dedicated team for Identity and Access Management projects
Proactively determine next steps and best path forward based on current status and delivery dates - Key Factor
Demonstrate a positive "can-do" attitude and create energy within the project team
Manage project activities through all life cycles (utilizing Service Now, SharePoint, proprietary software, etc.) to ensure the best quality product is delivered
Identify, communicate, and support resolution of technical, tactical, and operational project issues and risks
Define and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) and success metrics for projects
Report on project activities through verbal and written communication.
Provide input to Annual Financial Plan (budget)
Communicate project plan, changes, direction, approach, and priorities based on changing business requirements, circumstances, new information and/or budget considerations to stakeholders
Facilitate project team and stakeholder meetings for the resolution of project-related issues
Build and maintain relationships with team members, management, key stakeholders and/or external contacts (vendors, etc.)
Lead project teams in identifying and managing risks, issues, dependencies

Skills & Requirements

10 Years IT Project Management experience is required
3 - 5 years of hands-on experience managing projects in Cybersecurity or Identity and Access Management space is required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required
An active PMP Certification is required
Strong communicator to various levels of management required
Budgeting and Financial management background and skills are required
Familiarity with ADO or a similar tracking board is required
Self-starter, who is able to work independently and work across teams and groups
Prior experience working in the Financial Industry is desired.
The position is full time remote but it is desired for candidate to be local to either Vienna, Virginia, Pensacola Florida
Certified Scrum Master (CSM) - Nice to Have
Certified SAFe 5 Scrum Master (SSM) - Nice to Have
Proven experience as a PM/Scrum Master utilizing a S/W development life cycle.
Strong focus on delivery and actively turns lessons learned into better and faster delivery methods. (Courageous servant leadership)
SharePoint, PowerPoint, Visio, Excel, Service Now
Experience working with external vendors (creating RFIs and vendor selection)
A Project Manager ensures that the work scope is completed in a quality manner, within budget, and on time by providing leadership in planning, organizing, and controlling the work effort
Strong project management skills, including planning, scheduling, and budgeting
Excellent leadership and team coordination abilities
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Knowledge of risk management and process improvement techniques?

Benefits/Other Compensation

This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit).

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there's a position you really want, you're fully prepared to get it.

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In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us.

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Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information.

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