Project Manager in SC (W2 Only -Visa Transfer Accepted)

Summary: The Project Manager role focuses on overseeing small to mid-sized projects with an emphasis on cybersecurity and IT modernization. The position requires managing all phases of the project lifecycle, from initiation to closeout, while ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management methodologies and cybersecurity principles. This role can be performed remotely or based in South Carolina.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepares essential project documentation such as needs analyses, business cases, and feasibility studies to support security and IT initiatives. Maintains comprehensive documentation throughout the entire project lifecycle.
• Manages and directs all phases of the project lifecycle-initiation, planning, execution, control, and closeout-for small to mid-sized projects, with a focus on cybersecurity and IT modernization.
• Coordinates and manages projects using established project management methodologies. Defines, prioritizes, and tracks project requirements to ensure alignment with business and security objectives.
• Develops detailed work plans and manages project scope, budget, and schedule. Oversees the execution of communication plans, including updates to agency leadership, stakeholders, and, when applicable, the public.
• Prepares regular status reports and provides updates to project sponsors, champions, and stakeholders. Coordinates change requests and recommends adjustments to project specifications as needed.
• Identifies potential risks and facilitates resolution through mitigation strategies. Assists in developing quality management plans and ensures project design and execution comply with federal/state laws, agency policies, and cybersecurity standards (e.g., NIST CSF, FISMA).
• Performs additional project-related duties as required to support the successful delivery of agency initiatives.

Key Skills:

• 3-5 years project management expertise. Proven experience managing IT and security-related projects through the full project lifecycle. Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., PMBOK, Agile, Waterfall). Ability to develop project plans, manage scope, schedule, and budget, and deliver results on time.
• 3-5 years cybersecurity knowledge. Familiarity with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) and related standards (e.g., NIST 800-53, FISMA). Understanding of information security principles, risk management, and compliance requirements. Experience supporting or managing security initiatives within a government or regulated environment is preferred.
• 3-5 years technical acumen. Ability to understand and translate technical requirements into actionable project plans. Experience working with IT teams on system integrations, infrastructure upgrades, or application deployments. Proficiency with tools such as Microsoft DevOps, SharePoint, MS Project, and Excel.
• Documentation and compliance. Skilled in preparing and maintaining project documentation, including business cases, requirements, and risk logs. Knowledge of IT change management processes and documentation standards.
• Ability to ensure project activities comply with agency policies, state and federal regulations, and security protocols.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: USA

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT