Technical Project Manager (AWS GovCloud, ATO)

MicroHealth is seeking a Technical Project Manager to provide critical PMO and Technical Project Management support for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) within the BAM PMO TMS project. The Technical Project Manager will work directly with VA government product managers to oversee Agile software development and sustainment activities, ensuring seamless integration across VA systems while applying Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) methodologies and adhering to VA policies. Key ResponsibilitiesDirectly manage software development and sustainment activities for specific products or technology solutions within the VA Product LineOversee all phases of the project lifecycle, from initiation to closureDevelop and execute detailed project plans, including scope, schedule, budget, resources, and risk management strategiesMonitor project progress and address any issues or risks that ariseExecute risk management planning, tracking, and analysisServe as the main liaison between VA Product Line Manager, Product Managers, business customers, and third-party software developersCoordinate with the VA Product Manager on a regular cadence to address needs and reprioritize workDevelop and maintain holistic knowledge of the project and its stakeholdersPrepare and present regular reports on project status, risks, and outcomes to senior managementSupport the government with development of high-quality responses including PowerPoint presentations, executive summaries, email correspondence, white papers, reports, and spreadsheetsTrack, analyze, and coordinate multiple development efforts using PMI and CMMI principlesApply Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) methodologiesDefine project objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholdersFacilitate cross-functional and cross-team planning sessions to integrate development activitiesEvaluate project schedules and developer resource allocations and provide recommendations for adjustmentsOversee standard project management tasks for acquisition, development, modification, enhancement, deployment and/or decommissioning of software products or services, including COTS products, Low Code/No Code solutions, and custom-developed VA applicationsOversee architecture and design activitiesProvide input on testing strategies, plans and scenariosManage and support security requirements development and implementationCoordinate release management activitiesParticipate in formal change and configuration management processes to validate adherence and identify configuration issuesPerform change management support and configuration management supportLead requirements planning and managementProvide strategic planning and analysis supportSupport federal budgeting, financial planning, and acquisition activitiesProvide input and evaluation of resource cost estimatesPerform Jira administration tasks, specifically management of requirements, work items, risks, and project documentation in designated Jira and Confluence repositoriesResearch and report product information into VA Product Line & Accountability Reporting System (PARS), VASI, and other VA systemsProvide comprehensive documentation and data support, manage communications, data calls, and action itemsFacilitate executive-level virtual meetings, including preparing meeting agendas, capturing minutes, and tracking outcomes and action itemsSupport efforts to conform with quantitative and qualitative SLAs, VA policies, and external directivesProvide advocacy oversight for adherence and implementation of Section 508 requirementsConduct regular project reviews and audits to ensure compliance with best practices and organizational policiesIdentify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practicesStay up to date with VA policy, industry trends, and advancements in program management and software developmentConduct research on special topics and recommend solutions to government clientsFunction as part of an integrated team sharing products, best practices, and information across the PMO Support TeamSupport meeting coordination and facilitation, and assist with onboarding and offboarding activitiesWork proactively and independently to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions givenPerform related duties as assigned by supervisorRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in information technology or related disciplineTen to fifteen (10-15) years of relevant professional experienceExpert understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologiesStrong understanding of Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) methodologiesProven experience with architecture and design principlesProven experience with security requirements and compliance standards (RMF/ATO processes)Hands-on experience with release management processesStrong risk management capabilitiesConfiguration management expertiseExperience with IT Operations and AWS GovCloudExperience with cloud optimization initiativesExperi