Cloud Project Manager/ Scrum Master (REMOTE)

KITS

Job ID 2440049

KGS is seeking qualified candidates for our open positions, but we will only extend an offer of employment after a candidate applies through the link in our job posting. If you receive a job offer via email only and have not been interviewed by the KGS hiring manager, feel free to contact KGSrecruiting@koniag-gs.com to verify its validity.

Koniag IT Systems,LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking an experienced Cloud Project Manager/Scrum Master to support KITS and our government customer. This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a Public Trust. This is a Remote opportunity.

We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks of paid time off, and more.

This role is crucial in ensuring the successful delivery of cloud solutions aligned with our customers' requirements and business objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, Agile methodologies, and a deep understanding of cloud computing technologies and best practices. This is a remote position, and the ability to obtain a public trust clearance is required.

Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to:

The Cloud Project Manager/Scrum Master will be responsible for leading and coordinating cloud-based projects, ensuring their successful delivery while adhering to Agile principles and methodologies. The core duties of this position include:

• Developing and managing project plans, schedules, and budgets for cloud-based initiatives.
• Facilitating and leading Agile ceremonies, such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and reviews.
• Coordinating and communicating with cross-functional teams, including development, operations, and stakeholders.
• Identifying and managing project risks, issues, and dependencies, and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Ensuring adherence to project management best practices, cloud computing standards, and compliance requirements.
• Monitoring project progress, performance metrics, and resource allocation, and taking corrective actions as needed.
• Fostering a collaborative and productive team environment, promoting continuous improvement and knowledge-sharing.
• Creating and maintaining comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and post-implementation reviews.
  
  

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, with a strong focus on cloud computing and/or Agile methodologies.
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification is required.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification is highly preferred.
  
  

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Proven experience in leading and managing cloud-based projects using Agile methodologies, such as Scrum or Kanban.
• Solid understanding of cloud computing technologies, architectures, and best practices.
• Strong knowledge of project management principles, methodologies, and tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, Microsoft Project).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to identify and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Proficiency in project planning, resource management, and budget forecasting.
• Experience in managing and prioritizing multiple projects and competing demands.
• Knowledge of industry best practices, security standards, and compliance requirements.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance.
  
  

Desired Skills and Competencies:

• Experience working with cloud service providers, such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Knowledge of DevOps practices, including continuous integration, continuous deployment, and infrastructure as code.
• Familiarity with cloud governance, security, and compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, FedRAMP, FISMA).
• Experience working in a government or highly regulated environment.
• Knowledge of change management and organizational transformation principles.
• Understanding of cloud cost optimization strategies and tools.
  
  

Working Environment & Conditions

This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

This position is primarily indoors, consistent with a standard office position and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. The incumbent is required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The workload may require the incumbent to sit for extended periods of time. The incumbent must be able to read, do simple math calculations and withstand moderate amounts of stress.

The incumbent must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require accommodation to navigate or to apply for a position on our website, please contact Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodation.

Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.

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