OVERVIEW iTech AG is seeking a Portfolio Management Director to manage strategic project portfolios, lead high visibility, agency-wide strategic projects, and teams to deliver on key strategic initiatives. This role ensures the successful planning, execution, and delivery of projects, and portfolio management of a $200 Million dollar Cloud Project Management Office (CPMO) at our federal government customer in Washington, DC. This position requires significant client interaction including learning the client’s business, becoming a trusted advisor, and developing growth opportunities. RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead and mentor a diverse 200+ team of project managers, business analysts, security engineers, IT application developers, and systems engineers.
Oversee the implementation of comprehensive enterprise cloud ecosystems that deliver a wide range of business solutions through multiple leading commercial cloud vendors.
Interface with the government’s Program leads, CO, and COR, and executive leadership including DCIO.
Provide strategic direction and oversight for the CPMO, aligning cloud initiatives with the Department's broader IT and business goals.
Ensure team members are engaged, supportive, and deliver high-quality work on time.
Oversee the integration and coordination of all activities related to report creation and executive presentations, ensuring high standards of quality and delivery.
Oversee all aspects of the Program financials by working directly with our Operations team.
Lead and present the latest status of the Program at internal monthly project health reviews.
Identify and mitigate risks associated with cloud initiatives, ensuring compliance with security and governance standards, including FedRAMP.
Actively work to expand the project portfolio within the Agency.
Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum 10 years of experience in a management position and managing various types of government contracts at the Department of State.
Minimum 15 years of consulting experience.
Proven ability to lead teams of 200+ people on large, complex IT programs within a government agency.
Experience managing federal contracts of $200 Million.
Proven track record leading teams of 200+ staff and subcontractors on strategic projects leveraging project management tools to manage and drive successful completion.
Experience developing client relationships and interfacing with all levels of management, including up to the DCIO.
Ability to manage cost, schedule, and service performance to achieve defined SLAs.
Experience using multiple Agile methodologies.
Experience in the delivery of technical cloud projects, including ServiceNow, Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud.
Experience in the management of IT service delivery, including managing SLAs.
Possess strong communication skills verbally and in writing.
Strong logical and analytical problem-solving skills.
Ability to travel to client site in Washington, DC (minimum 1x per month).
Experience managing subcontractors and teaming partners.
Experience with financial management, budget oversight, and risk mitigation in IT projects.
Experience in cloud service management and strategic IT leadership.
Strong knowledge of evolving Cloud Service Provider (CSP) capabilities and best practices.
Experience with ServiceNow
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Familiarity with the Department of State’s IT infrastructure and cloud security protocols.
Experience managing federal accounts and growing project portfolios.
Scaled Agile SPC certification.
ServiceNow CIS
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree
PMP Certification
Agile Certification (CSM/PO or similar)
CLEARANCE
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust.
An active DOS clearance is preferred
Pursuant to a government contract U.S . Citizenship is required.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.
