Job Description
SMX is seeking an accomplished Sr. Project Manager to lead a complex program in a federal regulatory environment. This is a critical key personnel role requiring a seasoned professional who can orchestrate enterprise-level initiatives while navigating sophisticated government organizational structures. This is a hybrid role supporting a Washington DC based customer.
Essential Duties:
- Lead and manage complex projects leveraging agile frameworks and best practices
- Orchestrate scope, schedule, risks, issues, and dependencies across teams
- Manage and control program funds and resources with precision and accountability
- Communicate technology scope and risk mitigation strategies to diverse stakeholders
- Deliver compelling presentations and executive-level reports with clarity and impact
- Ensure technical deliverables meet or exceed expectations through agile methodologies
- Navigate and thrive within intricate government organizational structures
Required Skills:
Education & Certifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited institution
- Active Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
- Current Agile certification (e.g., Certified Scrum Master, SAFe Agilist, or equivalent)
Professional Experience
- Minimum of 10 years successfully leading complex programs and projects using agile frameworks and methodologies
- Proven track record navigating intricate government organizational environments
Core Competencies
- Program & Project Leadership
- Track record of managing interdependent initiatives across multiple concurrent teams
- Strong capability in balancing scope, timelines, risks, and cross-team dependencies
- Proficiency in budget management and resource optimization
- Technical Communication
- Ability to translate complex technical concepts for diverse audiences
- Experience developing and presenting executive-level reports and visualizations
- Skill in articulating technology roadmaps and risk management strategies to stakeholders
- Agile Delivery
- Deep understanding of agile principles with hands-on experience ensuring deliverables meet technical standards
- Capacity to maintain quality and velocity while managing evolving requirements
Desired Skills:
- 2+ years working within Federal Financial regulatory agencies
- 2+ years of Federal Government Agency experience
- Background leading enterprise-scale data modernization, analytics platforms, or technology transformation initiatives
- Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and continuous delivery pipelines
Application Deadline: 7-3-2026
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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.
The proposed salary for this position is:
$159,800—$255,600 USD
At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.
We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.
SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.
Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).
