Ardent
National Security
ProjectManager
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“Project Manager at Ardent. Skills: Project management, Stakeholder management, Risk mitigation. Coordinate project activities, personnel, deliverables, schedules. Collaborate with stakeholders to define objectives”
Industry & Context.
Risk assessment; Issue mitigation
Government background investigation
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in IT, Business, or related field, 10+ years managing IT/cybersecurity projects, Experience coordinating multiple projects/stakeholders, Working knowledge of IT/cybersecurity concepts, Experience developing project plans, schedules, budgets, Experience identifying and mitigating project risks, Experience preparing project documentation, Experience utilizing project management tools, Verbal and written communication skills, Organizational skills and attention to detail, Ability to communicate complex information, Ability to complete government background investigation
Nice to Have
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, Experience supporting federal government programs, Experience managing technical teams, Experience supporting multiple task orders/contracts, Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies, Experience supporting executive-level reporting
What You'll Do.
Coordinate project activities
Collaborate with stakeholders to define objectives
Translate requirements into project plans
Develop and maintain project schedules
Develop and maintain resource plans
Develop and maintain budget forecasts
Monitor project execution and track progress
and mitigate project risks
and mitigate project issues
and mitigate project dependencies
Serve as liaison between technical teams and stakeholders
Serve as liaison between customer and leadership
Prepare and deliver project status reports
Prepare and deliver project briefings
Prepare and deliver performance updates
Support task planning activities
Support work assignment coordination
Support labor forecasting activities
Review project deliverables for quality
Review project deliverables for customer requirements
Support development of policies and procedures
Support maintenance of policies and procedures
Support development of work instructions
Support maintenance of work instructions
Support development of project documentation
Support maintenance of project documentation
Utilize project management tools to track activities
Utilize project management tools to track schedules
Utilize project management tools to track risks
Utilize project management tools to track deliverables
Facilitate meetings among stakeholders
Facilitate discussions among stakeholders
Facilitate coordination efforts among stakeholders
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Technical teams; Customer stakeholders; Executive leadership
Communication Scope
Verbal communication; Written communication; Reporting; Briefings
Process & Methodology
Project planning, Schedule management, Budget management, Risk management, Resource planning, Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, Hybrid methodologies
Full Job Description
At Ardent, we hire people who want more than a job — they want to serve a mission that matters. Our teams support the federal government’s most critical national security and defense priorities, helping protect the nation, strengthen resilience, and advance the technologies and capabilities that keep America secure. For veterans, cleared professionals, and purpose-driven innovators, Ardent is a place to continue serving alongside a team that understands the importance of the mission and the people behind it. We also know top talent has choices, which is why we back our mission with benefits and flexibility that stand out: competitive pay, comprehensive health coverage, flexible PTO, federal holidays off, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, wellness stipends, and a culture that values and rewards hard work, dedication, and adaptability. If you want to build something meaningful, while enjoying the kind of flexibility and support that you need to do your best work — Ardent is where your next mission begins. Ardent is seeking a Project Manager to join our team. This position is based in Washington, DC and may require a combination of on-site and remote support depending on program needs. Position Description: Ardent is seeking a Project Manager to coordinate project activities, deliverables, personnel, schedules, and stakeholder communications across multiple technical initiatives supporting a federal customer. This role serves as the primary point of contact between project teams and customer stakeholders, ensuring successful execution of project objectives while maintaining visibility into scope, schedule, budget, risks, and overall performance. The Project Manager will work closely with technical teams, leadership, and customer representatives to support project planning, resource coordination, risk management, and delivery oversight across a variety of information technology and cybersecurity initiatives. Responsibilities and Duties: Coordinate
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