IAM Project Manager (Remote)

United States

No Clearance Needed

Fully remote

Information Technology

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring an IAM Project Manager to plan and execute discrete initiatives within the enterprise Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) program supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs. This role manages the scope, schedule, risk, and deliverables of specific IAM projects — including capability enhancements such as identity resolution and person matching — coordinating the engineering and architecture teams to deliver on time and within budget. The IAM Project Manager works under the direction of the IAM Program Manager, providing project-level status, risk, and schedule reporting to support overall program execution. This is a fully remote position located within the United States.

Please note: The contract has not been awarded; this position remains unfunded and is contingent upon the award of the contract.

Responsibilities

• Develops, maintains, and executes project management plans for assigned IAM/ICAM initiatives, including scope, schedule, cost, resources, risks, and dependencies.

• Manages assigned IAM projects through requirements definition, design, implementation, testing, and transition to operations/sustainment.

• Coordinates day-to-day project activities across IAM engineering, architecture, security, and operations teams to keep deliverables on schedule.

• Establishes project milestones, work packages, and schedules in alignment with contract requirements and customer priorities.

• Tracks project schedules, budgets, resources, and deliverables against approved baselines; escalates variances to the IAM Program Manager.

• Identifies project risks, issues, and dependencies; develops mitigation strategies and corrective actions to minimize cost, schedule, and technical impacts.

• Coordinates the integration of newly engineered IAM/ICAM capabilities — including identity resolution and person-matching enhancements — into planned releases and transitions to O&M.

• Conducts recurring project status meetings, schedule reviews, and risk reviews with technical leads and stakeholders.

• Prepares and delivers project status reports, risk registers, schedules, and other program-management deliverables to the customer and GovCIO leadership.

• Ensures project execution complies with applicable federal policy, contractual requirements, and agency-specific Authority to Operate (ATO) and security requirements.

• Provides recommendations to the IAM Program Manager regarding project priorities, resource needs, and issues requiring escalation.

Qualifications

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field, and 8+ years of experience in IT project management (or commensurate combination of education and experience).

• Demonstrated experience managing IT projects involving Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) or Identity and Access Management (IAM) systems.

• Experience managing project scope, schedule, cost, risk, dependencies, and deliverables throughout the project lifecycle.

• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams — engineering, architecture, and security operations — supporting IAM project delivery.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of project status reports, schedules, and risk assessments.

Clearance Required: Must be able to obtain and maintain a suitability/public trust clearance.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience supporting an IAM/ICAM project at a federal civilian agency (e.g., VA, DHS, SSA).

• Familiarity with IAM/ICAM technologies and concepts, such as SailPoint, Okta, Microsoft Entra ID, Ping Identity, PKI/CAC, SAML/OAuth/OIDC, and Master Person Index (MPI)/identity resolution.

• Experience working in Agile/SAFe delivery environments.

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Posted Salary Range

USD $125,000.00 - USD $140,000.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

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.