IT Project Manager (Remote)

GovCIO is currently hiring for an IT Project Manager to support products at the Department of Veterans Affairs. This role is a fully remote, U.S.-based position, with core hours of operation Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM ET. 

The IT Project Manager serves as a key leader supporting a major product line within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Health Services Portfolio, Healthcare and Environmental Logistics Management Product Line. This role drives day‑to‑day execution across the full systems development lifecycle (SDLC), ensuring effective delivery of technical capabilities, modernization initiatives, and integrated product support for a product. The IT Project Manager partners with VA OIT, business owners, VISNs/VAMCs, contractors, and technical SMEs to coordinate development, testing, deployment, and sustainment activities.

This role requires strong technical project management skills, experience leading cross‑functional IT teams, and a solid understanding of enterprise‑scale IT modernization, COTS/GOTS integration, cloud services, and federal IT governance.

Project & Product Delivery

• Develop and maintain integrated project plans for all product‑related deliverables and modernization activities.
• Lead the planning, design, implementation, and testing phases in alignment with VA project objectives and OIT standards.
• Define technical and functional requirements; oversee deployment planning and execution.
• Coordinate day‑to‑day activities of multidisciplinary technical teams, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, cost, and quality standards.
• Manage vendor integrations, review contractor deliverables, and ensure compliance with VA quality and security requirements.

Schedule & Risk Management

• Develop, validate, and maintain Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) using MS Project or equivalent tools.
• Generate schedule dashboards and reports to communicate progress, risks, and dependencies.
• Monitor program risks, issues, and mitigation plans; escalate concerns to leadership when needed.

Stakeholder Coordination & Communication

• Serve as the primary liaison with VA business owners, OIT organizations, VISN/VAMC representatives, and product stakeholders.
• Prepare and deliver clear, executive‑level presentations, briefings, and status reports, translating technical information into actionable insights.
• Facilitate recurring meetings (IPTs/APTs, working groups, sprint reviews, vendor syncs) and track all action items to closure.

Operational & Process Support

• Support program planning and resource forecasting across the product line.
• Maintain project repositories including SharePoint, MS Teams, and other collaboration systems.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, evaluating opportunities to enhance processes, workflows, and product delivery outcomes.

Technical Expertise & Analysis

• Apply IT project management best practices (PMBOK, Agile, SAFe, ITIL) to guide project teams and ensure compliance with VA policies.
• Background working with Agile/Scrum teams, JIRA workflows, release management, and DevSecOps practices. Jira is the primary SDLC platform.
• Experience coordinating across multiple contractor teams and government personnel within a complex federal environment.
• Support evaluation of new tools, functional requirements, and product enhancements, including COTS/GOTS integrations.
• Use analytical methods to identify root causes of issues and develop data‑driven solutions.
• Utilize project management tools such as Jira, MS Project, MS Teams, SharePoint, and capacity/resource models

Required Skills and Experience

• Master’s degree in computer science, electronics engineering or other engineering or technical discipline is required with 10 years of experience - (or an additional 10 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree).
• 5 years of professional experience including IT project management, product delivery, or technical program support.
• Demonstrated experience managing large and small IT projects across the full systems development lifecycle.
• Experience with strategic information planning, business process reengineering, cloud services, and enterprise testing strategies.
• Strong technical communication skills, capable of producing clear, succinct, and accurate documentation, briefings, and visualizations.
• Ability to obtain and maintain VA public‑trust or higher‑level clearance.

Clearance Required:  Ability to obtain and maintain a Suitability/Public Trust clearance 

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

What You Can Expect

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here’s what you can expect:

• During the Interview Process
• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
• Camera must be on
• A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview

• During the Hiring Process
• Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening
• Background check, to include:
• Criminal history (past 7 years)
• Verification of your highest level of education
• Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate Discounts
• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content
• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*
• Referral Bonus Program
• Internal Mobility Program
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full-time employees

Our employees’ unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.