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Job type full-time
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Job title : srProject manager
Location: remote
Forcepoint is one of the world’s largest private cyber security companiesAs a senior project manager at forcepoint, you will be responsible for leading project activities for product implementation, working closely with stakeholders across the organization to deliver timely and high-quality software products that align with business goalsThe candidate will support the company’s strategy to develop an improved project management process and implement the tactics associated with that philosophy and vision.
The candidate will serve as a primary liaison between the product team and engineering and be experienced in managing all aspects of project planning, execution, funding, and customer satisfaction.
The srProject manager will be expected to develop schedules, identify and mitigate risks, collaborate with key stakeholders, provide reports, and execute multiple projects in accordance with the terms and conditions of that project.
What will you be doing?
Provide routine status and project reports to project stakeholders including product management, senior management, engineering and co-workers as required.
Assess the process maturity of the teams and organization and coach the team to higher levels of maturity, at a pace that is sustainable and comfortable for the team and organization .
Implement processes and structures to improve waterfall methodology.
Responsible for the development, implementation, and tracking of project plans and schedules.
Develop project document deliverables such as software system requirements, accreditation documentation, release notes, etc.
Run projects in a variety of methodologies including kanban or waterfall.
Manage all aspects of the software development lifecycle using jira and confluence.
Remain current in project management, waterfall, agile best practices, and it technology.
Other duties as assigned
What experience(s), knowledge, and education we are looking for:
U.sCitizenship is required
Minimum of four years of experience in project management and one in software project management is required.
Project management experience must include using planning, scheduling, reporting and documenting tools including atlassian software.
Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong knowledge of software development lifecycle methodologies.
Must be capable of leading and successfully working with individuals from different disciplines and experience levels.
Qualified applicants may be subject to a security investigation and must meet minimum qualifications for access to classified information.
Desired skills:
Experience working on government contracts preferred.
Experience leading software projects using agile and scrum methodologies.
Experience leading and implementing continuous process improvements.
Pmp and csm certification is desired.
Background in business analysis desired.
We are mission driven.
We are passionate about our mission because our solutions protect businesses, critical infrastructures, and governments around the world.
Find out more about forcepoint’s mission, vision, and values at www.forcepoint.com and follow us on twitter at @forcepointsec.
Find us on social at #forcepoint #forcepointculture #lifeatforcepoint to find out what its really like to work here from the team themselves.
*other duties
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 jobDuties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Forcepoint is a federal contractor and an eeo and affirmative action employer of females/minorities/veterans/individuals with disabilitiesWe are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
Certain positions with forcepoint require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the international traffic in arms regulations or the export administration regulationsApplicants for these positions may need to be `u.sPersons,` as defined in these regulationsGenerally, a `u.sPerson` is a u.sCitizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.
If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentcoordinators@forcepoint.comWe will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.
Applicants must have the right to work in the location to which you have applied.
We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
