Development Lead

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Cambridge International Systems, Inc.

has a full-time Project Management Lead opportunity available based in Moehringen, Germany.

Qualified candidates for this job must possess a current DoD Secret security clearance and meet TESA accreditation requirements.

• TESA Certification allows employees to be tax exempt for both Germany and US, in addition to other great perks.
• Employees may be eligible for: relocation reimbursement, housing allowance, COLA, and school reimbursement for dependents.

Role Responsibilities

1. Establish and Lead the PMO: Develop and implement a PMO strategy that aligns with the organization\’s goals and objectives.
2. Build and manage a high-performing PMO team.
3. Foster a culture of project management excellence within the organization.

Project Management Standards and Processes

• Develop, maintain, and enforce project management standards, processes, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with industry best practices and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid).
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and prioritize process improvement.

Project Governance

Develop and manage project governance frameworks, including project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and control, and closure.

Ensure project stakeholders are informed and engaged throughout the project lifecycle.

Project Portfolio Management

Develop and maintain a project portfolio management framework to ensure alignment with organizational goals and objectives.

Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize projects and allocate resources.

Project Monitoring and Control

Develop and implement project monitoring and control processes to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

Identify and mitigate project risks, issues, and dependencies.

Reporting and Analytics

Develop and maintain project management dashboards and reports to provide insights into project performance.

Analyze project data to identify trends, opportunities for improvement, and best practices.

Stakeholder Management

Collaborate with stakeholders, including project sponsors, customers, and team members.

Communicate project status, issues, and risks to stakeholders.

Training and Development

Develop and deliver project management training programs to enhance skills and knowledge across the organization.

Mentor and coach project managers to improve their skills and competence.

PMO Optimization and Transformation

Develop and implement a PMO optimization strategy to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and value.

Lead PMO transformation initiatives to align with changing business needs.

Identify and implement best practices in PMO operations, including process improvements, tool implementation, and organizational design.

Identity and Access Management (IAM)

Design, implement, and maintain IAM systems, including authentication, authorization, and accounting (AAA) protocols.

Develop and implement identity management strategies and policies to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices, including those related to secure military environments and cloud computing.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and deploy IAM solutions that meet business requirements and security standards.

Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability testing to identify and mitigate potential security threats to identity systems.

Develop and maintain documentation for IAM systems, including system architecture, configuration, and troubleshooting guides.

Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in the IAM space and make recommendations for future system enhancements and upgrades.

Collaborate with security teams to ensure IAM systems are aligned with organizational security policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in project management, business administration, or a related field.
• Master\’s degree in Project Management or a related field is preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is required.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years in a PMO leadership role.
• Proven experience in PMO optimization and transformation, including assessments, process improvements, tool implementations, and organizational restructuring.

Experience in a similar industry or sector is desirable.

Skills

• Strong project management knowledge and expertise.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills.
• Proficient in project management tools such as MS Project, Jira, Asana.

Must possess an active Secret security clearance.

Must be proficient in using relevant technologies, systems, and tools pertinent to the position.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with project management methodologies: Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid.
• Knowledge of project management frameworks: PMBOK, PRINCE2, ITIL.
• Experience with project management tools: MS Project, Jira, Asana, Trello.
• Certifications in related fields: ITIL, Six Sigma, Scrum.
• Experience with PMO metrics and benchmarking: performance metrics, industry comparisons.

Travel and Environment

Ability to travel up to 10%, including overnight travel occasionally.

Active passport required for OCONUS travel.

Work environment includes office setting; may require short-distance travel within facilities.

Background Checks and Benefits

Employment contingent upon background check and possibly drug screening.

Benefits include health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, tuition assistance, relocation, bonuses, and more.

About Us

Cambridge values diversity and equal opportunity. We support applicants with disabilities and provide accessible application processes.

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