Ardent

National Security

ProjectManager

$135–175k ~AI est. Washington, District of Columbia, United States Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“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.

National Security
Problems you'll solve

Risk assessment; Issue mitigation

Eligibility Requirements

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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