IT Project Manager II

Cherokee Nation System Solutions, LLC is seeking a knowledgeable IT Project Manager II to perform management of all assigned contractor personnel and overall coordination in support of NOAA Cloud. The role involves applying Scrum Master methodology to streamline team workflows and provide timely updates to the customer.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for maintaining a kanban task board using NOAA approved tools (currently Github enterprise)
• Responsible for administering a project management tool (Currently GitHub Enterprise - Replacement tool will be JIRA software development and Confluence)
• Ensure that all submitted documentation completes the OAR Change Control process and any feedback provided by the IT Security Officer, System Owner or Enterprise Architect is addressed prior to moving solutions into production
• Coordinate with the contracting organization’s program office to enable timely problem resolution
• Facilitate product reporting in line with Agile delivery methods
• Ensure Agile development principles are employed; expected to work with the government to develop Product / Sprint plans and reporting in line with Agile delivery approaches
• Facilitate an Agile methodology among team members; coach Agile processes and remove impediments
• Coordinate and facilitate Agile ceremonies, including, but not limited to: sprint planning meetings, stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives and provide records consistent with statutory and regulatory requirements
• Manage team performance and metrics: Works with product leadership and the team to define relevant metrics that are formulated and utilized for meeting project objectives
• Team coaching and coordination: planning and coordinating training and coaching for the team on the Scrum processes
• Assist the Product Owner with management of the Product Backlog to maximize value
• Due to the agile and changing nature of workload, the contractor may be required to perform other software development and analysis activities in support of the development team such as User Acceptance Testing, system documentation, standard operating procedure documentation, user guide creation and change control documentation
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Active Public Trust clearance or the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance
• A bachelor's degree in management/business or scientific/engineer/technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 8+ years of full-time professional experience overseeing staff and complex projects
• A current Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Must pass pre-employment requirements of Cherokee Federal