Project Manager

Overview:

TISTA Science and Technology Corporation is seeking a Project Manager to join our growing team.  The Project Manager will be responsible for the overall management and coordination for this project and shall act as the central point of contact with the client.

TISTA associates enjoy above Industry Healthcare Benefits, Remote Working Options, Paid Time Off, Training/Certification opportunities, Healthcare Savings Account & Flexible Savings Account, Paid Life Insurance, Short-term & Long-term Disability, 401K Match, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Holidays, Military Leave, and much more!

• The Project Manager shall be responsible for the overall management and coordination of information assurance activities and shall act as the central point of contact with the client
• Work directly with the COR and other staff to set and manage expectations, highlight and resolve issues and ensure an overall excellent experience working with the PMO team
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure the appropriate communication occurs and that plans are adjusted to reflect necessary fluctuations in goals and requirements as business needs change
• Provide the OCIO accurate and timely status regarding tasks and performance
• Provide recommendations and corrective actions
• Coordinate In-Progress Review (IPR) meetings to report overall project performance and contract status to the COR and Information Security Program’s (ISP) stakeholders

• 10 + years of Project Management experience and demonstrated technical experience
• 5 + years’ experience with project management, risk management and process improvement
• Knowledge of information security/risk management standard concepts, practices, and procedures within program management
• Knowledge of managing Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms)
• Knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) as defined by National Institute of Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-53 NIST SP 800-53 Rev4, Security and Privacy Controls for Federal Information Systems and Organizations
• Strong problem solving and analysis skills, self-motivated, and able to work and communicate in a team environment.
• Possession of excellent documentation skills
• Possession of excellent oral and written communication skills
• Familiarity with scheduling control standards and guidelines

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems, Business or related scientific/technical descipline 
• Three (3) years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for education (13 years total)
• PMP required

Location:

• Remote