Sr. Technical Project Manager (6862)
Leads planning and execution of complex multi-technology infrastructure and systems integration projects (networking, WiFi, RF, SATCOM, voice, A/V) in mission-critical federal environments, driving Agile delivery and coordinating contractor and Government stakeholders. Requires an active Top Secret clearance and DoD 8140 certification.
- Compensation
- $147K–$239K / yr
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Senior
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Category
- Project management
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Active U.S. Government Issued Top Secret security clearance (or higher)
- DoD 8140 certification for 802 IT Project Manager (e.g., Security+, SSCP, CAP, or GSLC)
- 8+ years of IT project management experience, with at least 5 years managing infrastructure or systems integration projects in complex, multi-technology environments
- Strong technical literacy in enterprise network environments, able to understand architecture concepts, assess trade-offs and delivery risks, and collaborate with senior network engineers
- Demonstrated experience managing and integrating WiFi, networking, voice, SATCOM, RF, and A/V systems across cross-functional technical teams
- Ability to contribute immediately with minimal ramp-up in a mission-critical environment
- Extensive experience with project management software for tracking tasks, dependencies, resource allocation, and schedules
- Project management tooling used as the primary execution mechanism
- Demonstrated ability to support up to five concurrent major efforts simultaneously
- Willingness to serve as essential personnel, potentially working during government shutdowns, emergencies, or other critical situations
Nice to have
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (relevant experience may substitute)
Full description
As a Sr. Technical Project Manager, you will lead the execution of complex, multi-technology infrastructure and systems integration initiatives in a mission-critical environment. You will drive Agile delivery, coordinate cross-functional technical teams, and deliver results under tight timelines and high-visibility conditions. This role requires a hands-on leader who brings structure, accountability, and steady leadership to fast-moving, high-impact technical programs.
We know that you can’t have great technology services without amazing people. At MetroStar, we are obsessed withour people and have led a two-decade legacy of building the best and brightest teams. Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people, we live by our mission: A passion for our people. Value for our customers.
If you think you can see yourself delivering our mission and pursuing our goals with us, then check out the job description below!
What you’ll do:
- Lead planning, coordination, and execution of multi-discipline technical projects across networking, voice, RF, WiFi, SATCOM, and A/V in mission-critical federal environments.
- Drive Agile planning, execution tracking, and delivery cadence to ensure predictable and timely outcomes.
- Coordinate contractor and Government stakeholders to remove blockers and maintain delivery momentum.
- Track milestones, risks, dependencies, and deliverables with disciplined follow-through and accountability.
- Communicate clearly and effectively with both technical teams and senior Government stakeholders.
- Ensure teams are properly staffed, aligned, and executing against mission priorities.
- Operate as a hands-on leader who drives results without waiting for direction and can contribute immediately.
- Build and maintain a high level of customer trust and confidence through technical credibility and execution excellence.
- Apply creativity and practical problem-solving to deliver innovative solutions aligned to customer needs
What you’ll need to succeed:
- Active U.S. Government Issued Top Secret security clearance (or higher level classification).
- Possess DoD 8140 certification for 802 IT Project Manager, such as Security+, SSCP, CAP, or GSLC.
- 8+ years of IT project management experience, with at least 5 years managing infrastructure or systems integration projects involving complex, multi-technology environments.
- Requires strong technical literacy in enterprise network environments, including the ability to understand architecture concepts, assess trade-offs and delivery risks, and collaborate effectively with senior network engineers.