Technical Project Manager - IT Focused

- Oversee software development and sustainment efforts for designated products or technology solutions within the VA Product Line - Manage all stages of the project lifecycle, from inception to completion - Create and execute comprehensive project plans outlining scope, timeline, budget, resources, and risk management strategies - Track project progress and proactively resolve any emerging issues or risks - Implement risk management planning, monitoring, and analysis - Act as the primary point of contact between the VA Product Line Manager, Product Managers, business customers, and third-party software developers - Regularly engage with the VA Product Manager to address needs and reprioritize tasks - Develop and maintain an extensive understanding of the project and its stakeholders - Prepare and deliver regular updates on project status, risks, and outcomes to senior leadership - Assist the government in drafting high-quality responses, including PowerPoint presentations, executive summaries, emails, white papers, and reports - Track, analyze, and coordinate multiple development initiatives using PMI and CMMI principles - Apply Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) methodologies effectively - Define project goals, deliverables, and success metrics in collaboration with stakeholders - Facilitate planning sessions across teams to integrate development activities - Assess project schedules and resource allocations, recommending necessary adjustments - Oversee standard project management tasks related to the lifecycle of software products or services, including COTS, Low Code/No Code solutions, and custom-developed VA applications - Supervise architecture and design efforts - Contribute insights on testing strategies, plans, and scenarios - Manage the development and implementation of security requirements - Coordinate release management processes - Participate in formal change and configuration management procedures to ensure compliance and identify configuration issues - Provide change management support and configuration management assistance - Lead requirements planning and management activities - Offer strategic planning and analytical support - Aid in federal budgeting, financial planning, and acquisition processes - Evaluate resource cost estimates and offer input - Carry out Jira administration tasks, managing requirements, work items, risks, and project documentation in designated Jira and Confluence repositories - Compile and report product information into VA systems like PARS and VASI - Maintain comprehensive documentation and data support, managing communications and action items - Facilitate executive-level virtual meetings, including agenda preparation, minute-taking, and outcome tracking - Support compliance with quantitative and qualitative SLAs, VA policies, and external regulations - Ensure adherence to Section 508 requirements - Conduct routine project reviews and audits to maintain compliance with best practices and organizational policies - Identify avenues for process enhancements and implement best practices - Stay informed on VA policies, industry developments, and advancements in program management and software development - Research specific topics and propose solutions to governmental clients - Collaborate as part of an integrated team, sharing knowledge, best practices, and information across the PMO Support Team - Assist in coordinating and facilitating meetings, as well as onboarding and offboarding participants - Proactively manage assignments to completion as per given instructions - Perform related tasks as assigned by supervisor