IT Project Manager (with Systems Administration Experience)

Required: Sharepoint, PMP and Sys Admin

Client is seeking an IT Project Manager with a strong systems administration background to lead and deliver technology initiatives. This is an individual contributor role with no direct reports. The person in it will report to a single agency manager and own projects from start to finish with minimal supervision.

Required Qualifications

7+ years of experience in IT, including hands-on systems administration

Demonstrated experience managing or coordinating IT projects, including schedules, scope, risks, and status reporting (formal PM certification not required)

Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 administration

Working experience with AWS and/or Microsoft Azure

Experience managing vendors and working with cross-functional teams

Ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and manage your own workload

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work on-site in Montgomery, AL for the duration of the contract

Ability to pass a background check (state requirements may apply)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with SharePoint administration or SharePoint Online

Prior experience supporting state or local government, or other public sector environments

Experience working with a central IT organization such as the Alabama OIT

Familiarity with Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid project methodologies

Familiarity with ITIL or similar service management practices

Experience with project tools such as Microsoft Project, Planner, Smartsheet, or Jira

Relevant certifications, such as CAPM, CompTIA Project+, Microsoft 365 Certified, Azure or AWS Certified

PMP is a plus but not required

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.