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About Beacon Systems, Inc
Beacon Systems, Inc, delivers Program Management, Science, Engineering, and Technology Solutions to Federal, Commercial State, and Local Agencies. We are a subsidiary of Radiant Digital Services. We have a vast portfolio of clients across the country. Our Technology support to many DoD Agencies, NASA, Voice of America, FDA, and State Agencies such as State of FL, RI, MS, ND, VA, and WV extends our delivery of solutions worldwide.
Job Title : Senior IT Program Manager
Location: Richmond, VA
Duration : 06 - Months -( Hybrid)
Interview Type: Phone or In Person
Position Overview:
- Seeking a Senior IT Program Manager with extensive experience in project and product delivery using Agile, SAFe, Waterfall, and Kanban methodologies. The selected candidate will be a strategic leader in managing large-scale, cross-functional initiatives with a focus on delivery, risk mitigation, performance monitoring, and organizational alignment. This is a hybrid position based in Richmond, VA.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage complex programs composed of multiple interrelated projects and workstreams.
- Collaborate with business stakeholders and IT leadership to deliver high-impact initiatives.
- Oversee release trains, project managers, and scrum masters to ensure consistent delivery.
- Ensure adherence to VDOT and VITA policies, governance, and project standards.
- Drive the definition and monitoring of control points and KPIs across all initiatives.
- Track and report progress, risks, and deviations from the critical path.
- Guide teams in managing risks, organizational change, and budget performance.
- Establish Agile, Scaled Agile, Kanban, and Waterfall frameworks as needed.
- Provide direction on use of Microsoft Project Online (POL) and other PM tools.
- Facilitate project portfolio planning, lifecycle management, and change management processes.
- Serve as a subject matter expert in state project governance processes.
Required Qualifications:
- PMP Certification (Required)
- 10+ years managing and leading direct reports.
- 20+ years in Project Management across diverse methodologies.
- 10+ years in Program Management.
- 10+ years in managing Agile projects and product lines.
- 15+ years with Agile, SAFe, Scrum, Waterfall, and Kanban methodologies.
- 8+ years experience in reporting and tracking project metrics and KPIs.
- Strong experience in risk management, schedule and budget oversight.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Project, Project Server, SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, Azure DevOps, Microsoft Planner, and Power BI.
- Proven ability to manage organizational change and facilitate strategic planning.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including stakeholder engagement and procedural documentation.
- Self-starter with a proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
Preferred Competencies:
- Expertise in Microsoft Project Online (POL)
- Experience with VITA project management and governance standards
- Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities
- Demonstrated ability to implement best practices in PMO environments
- Strong facilitation and collaboration skills across departments and teams
Compensation
Compensation for roles at Beacon Systems Inc depending on a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by applicable law, BeaconGov provides reasonable range of compensation for this role.
EEO Statement
Beacon Systems is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our commitment to being an equal-opportunity employer extends across all aspects of employment, from recruitment and hiring to promotions and benefits. We firmly believe in treating all employees and applicants fairly, based on their qualifications, skills, and performance.