Senior Project Manager (Defense)

TL;DR

Senior Project Manager (Defense): Overseeing the Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) development cycle and leading program management activities for U.S. Navy initiatives with an accent on KVM-based virtualization, system security integration, and combat system infrastructure. Focus on managing complex schedules, mitigating risks, and ensuring compliance with U.S. Government export control regulations.

Location: Must be able to commute to the Dahlgren, VA area on a daily basis.

Company

hirify.global is a technology company providing specialized infrastructure and program management solutions for defense and government sectors.

What you will do

• Develop and manage detailed project schedules, tracking critical path items and deliverables.
• Lead task execution for KVM virtualization, system security prototypes, and F127 CI design agent activities.
• Identify schedule risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate with PEO IWS, AEGIS Tech Rep, and foreign partners to ensure program alignment.
• Monitor project performance and provide regular updates to leadership.
• Verify technical data and training materials for version closeout compliance.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance required.
• Must be able to commute to the Dahlgren, VA area on a daily basis.
• 10+ years of experience managing complex technical projects in defense or FMS programs.
• PMP certification required.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or related field.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Background in virtualization, hardware systems, or software development.
• Familiarity with export control regulations and FMS compliance.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Work on high-impact defense and U.S. Navy initiatives.
• Professional environment focused on technical excellence and program delivery.