Project Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead execution of base period tasks including security operations infrastructure deployment, enterprise training coordination, software procurement, and platform integration.
• Oversee option-year activities including license renewals, capability expansion, and on-site technical support.
• Ensure all contract deliverables are submitted within required timelines (e.g., bills of lading, transit reports, training documentation, configuration reports, renewal documentation).
• Maintain integrated master schedule, risk register, and performance tracking metrics.
• Coordinate hardware procurement activities and ensure delivery documentation is complete and accurate.
• Oversee weekly shipping and transit reporting until delivery is finalized.
• Confirm facility readiness (rack, power, cooling, network access) prior to deployment.
• Support deployment readiness reviews and post-installation technical reviews.
• Coordinate with technical architects and OEM vendors supporting enterprise SIEM/EDR/XDR, SOAR, and related cybersecurity technologies.
• Ensure license keys and vendor points of contact are delivered within required timelines.
• Track cleared personnel submissions prior to deployment activities.
• Oversee configuration documentation and post-installation reporting deliverables.
• Coordinate enterprise cybersecurity platform training for Government personnel.
• Ensure training waves are executed within contract timelines.
• Track and submit training completion documentation and certificates.
• Ensure all personnel maintain required clearance and program eligibility.
• Enforce compliance with DD Form 254 requirements and federal security protocols.
• Ensure all activities align with DoD cybersecurity standards, STIGs, and best practices.
• Track license expirations and coordinate renewals in advance of expiration.
• Manage expansion license procurement and integration timelines.
• Oversee travel coordination in compliance with Joint Travel Regulations (JTR).
• Deliver quarterly status updates and annual closeout reporting.
• Periodic CONUS travel as required by the Government customer.
• Travel coordinated in compliance with JTR.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• 8+ years of DoD or Federal program/project management experience.
• Experience managing cybersecurity platform deployments or enterprise IT systems.
• Demonstrated experience managing hardware procurement and software licensing efforts.
• Must have an Active SECRET clearance 

CERTIFICATIONS

• Must have a PMP certification

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with enterprise SIEM or Elastic Stack deployments.
• Familiarity with SOAR platforms and endpoint detection/response tools.
• Experience supporting SAP-access programs.
• Knowledge of FAR and DoD acquisition processes.
• Experience managing contracts with multiple option years.

We are seeking a Project Manager to join our team supporting  Air Force Lifecycle Management Center (AFLCMC) in Dayton, OH.

Lead execution of a Department of Defense (DoD) Cyber Defense Platform initiative supporting a federal customer. The PM will provide end-to-end program oversight for hardware procurement, enterprise security platform deployment, cybersecurity software licensing, operator training, sustainment support, and option-year expansion activities. The PM will ensure all contractual tasks and deliverables are executed on schedule, within scope, and in compliance with federal acquisition, cybersecurity, and security requirements.

TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

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WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Location: Wright Patterson Air Force Base
• Type of environment: Remote/Onsite
• Noise level: Medium
• Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
• Amount of Travel: 10%

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to grip, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds.

The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

Must be a U.S. Citizen

Must have an active Secret clearance

OTHER INFORMATION

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

TekSynap is a drug-free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All employees and candidates may be subject to drug screening if deemed necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

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