PMO Program Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Virginia.

📋 Description

• Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of intricate IT projects and multi-project programs throughout the enterprise.

• Act as the main point of contact for program delivery, performance, and reporting.

• Develop and uphold PMO governance frameworks, policies, processes, and performance metrics.

• Oversee portfolios for enterprise modernization and ensure alignment with the organizational strategy and mission objectives.

• Provide strategic direction to executive leadership, including stakeholders such as the CIO and CTO.

• Ensure compliance with federal governance and regulatory requirements, including OMB A-11, OMB A-123, and FITARA.

• Create and enforce project management standards, methodologies, and best practices across the PMO.

• Manage program budgets, resource allocation, schedules, and financial oversight.

• Identify, evaluate, and mitigate program and project risks while ensuring the continuity of delivery.

• Coordinate cross-functional teams and integrate efforts across various business units and technical teams.

• Conduct assessments of systems and programs, recommending operational and technical enhancements.

• Develop and maintain program documentation, including project plans, governance artifacts, and performance reports.

• Implement performance tracking, reporting dashboards, and executive-level briefings.

• Ensure adherence to security, regulatory, and organizational standards.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to advance PMO maturity and operational effectiveness.

• Monitor industry trends and emerging project management tools, frameworks, and methodologies.

• Represent the PMO in strategic planning sessions, executive decision-making, and governance boards.

• Mentor and guide project managers and PMO staff, promoting professional development and the adoption of best practices.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.

• 7–12 years of experience in IT project management, program management, or PMO leadership.

• Proven experience managing enterprise-level programs or modernization portfolios.

• Advanced knowledge of project management methodologies, including Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall.

• Proficiency in using project management and collaboration tools such as Microsoft Project, Azure DevOps, JIRA, and Trello.

• Strong leadership, organizational, and team mentoring abilities.

• Experience with program budgeting, financial management, and resource planning.

• Familiarity with federal IT governance frameworks and compliance standards.

• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is preferred.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the capability to brief executive leadership.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and complex stakeholder environments.

• Understanding of enterprise IT systems, modernization initiatives, and digital transformation efforts.

🏝️ Benefits

• Exceptional team culture that fosters success for customers, employees, and communities.

• Tools for success; bring your ideas, energy, and enthusiasm to develop skills, gain experience, and advance your career.