Senior Project Manager

Assurit is currently seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to support one of our clients.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale technology initiatives within the Public Safety domain. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, proven project delivery experience, and exceptional communication skills to ensure the success of complex and high-impact IT projects.

This role will oversee multiple concurrent projects, aligning business and technology goals, coordinating with diverse stakeholders, and driving initiatives to successful completion — on time, within scope, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end Public Safety technology projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and IT strategy.
• Oversee project planning, execution, tracking, and delivery across multiple workstreams.
• Identify risks, issues, and dependencies while implementing effective mitigation strategies.
• Define and manage project scope, milestones, deliverables, and acceptance criteria.
• Prepare detailed reports, executive summaries, and professional project documentation.
• Facilitate meetings, develop agendas, and lead project communications with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to optimize efficiency and reduce costs.
• Maintain consistent progress tracking and ensure all work adheres to project governance standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited institution (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 8+ years of related IT/security experience.
• Hands-on experience with SailPoint IdentityIQ development.
• Proficiency in Java, XML, SQL, and BeanShell scripting.
• Experience with IAM in enterprise or public sector environments.
• Familiarity with directory services (LDAP, Active Directory).
• Experience integrating systems using REST and SOAP services.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive project management experience leading large, complex initiatives.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience.
• Active Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (PMI).
• Demonstrated experience managing software and/or hardware implementations using Waterfall and Agile methodologies.
• Proven success managing deliverables across the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, and Word.
• Experience developing and presenting executive-level communications and reports.
• Excellent organizational, coordination, and time management skills.
• Strong oral and written communication abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Microsoft Project Server and SharePoint.
• Prior experience working in a government or public sector environment.
• Familiarity with public safety systems and operations.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearances.

Working at Assurit

Assurit is an award winning, certified small business headquartered in Fairfax, VA. We offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package inclusive of medical and dental coverage, as well as paid time off.

Founded in 2013, Assurit has become a trusted provider of cybersecurity expertise to customers across federal, state and local governments, as well as the commercial sector. We are an employee-centric organization that focuses on the growth and development of our greatest asset – our people. We believe that if our Team is trained and educated, we will always be able to deliver our promise of customer success. If you enjoy work environments focused on continuous learning and growth, Assurit will be a great fit for you.

Whether you saw a specific job opening of ours or are simply interested in learning more about building your career at Assurit, feel free submit your resume. Based on your request, the appropriate individual within our organization will get back to you within 2 business days.

Assurit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.