Project Management Lead

When you join the Cambridge team, you are part of a skilled and talented global community that is united by a set of core values: commitment, integrity, and perseverance. Join our team and help us confront today’s most threatening and complex obstacles 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 the 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 RESPONSIBILTIES Establish and Lead the PMO: Develop and implement a PMO strategy that aligns with the organization's goals and objectives. Build and manage a high-performing PMO team. 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 resource Project Monitoring and Control: Develop and implement project monitoring and control processes to ensure projects are delivered on time, with budget, and to the required quality standards. Identify and mitigate project risks, issues, and dependence. 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. Design, implement, and maintain identity and access management (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, including those related to classified networks and systems. 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 that IAM systems are aligned with organizational security policies and procedures, including those related to secure military environments and cloud computing. Required 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. Agile certifications are desired. 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: PMO assessments and maturity evaluation; process improvements and re-engineering; tool implementations and integration; organizational design and 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; able to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively; strong analytical and reporting skills; and proficient in project management tools and software (i.e. MS Project, Jira, Asana). Must possess an active Secret security clearance. Must be proficient in using different technologies such as computers and other tools and systems 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 and software: MS Project, Jira, Asana, Trello Certifications in related fields: ITIL, Six Sigma, Scrum Experience with PMO metrics and benchmarking: PMO performance metrics, benchmarking, and industry comparisons. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS Ability to travel up to 10%.  In some occasions, overnight travel may be required. Active Passport in support of OCONUS travel and/or living requirements. PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT AND WORKING CONDITIONS Cambridge International Systems complies with Temporary Duty Station (TDY)/Outside Continental United States (OCONUS) vaccination requirements.  If this position requires OCONUS travel (listed above), Vaccine Recommendations by AOR | Health.mil lists applicable current vaccination requirements by location. Office setting: Must be able to work in an office environment, sitting at a desk, looking at a computer for most of the workday. Work is physically comfortable; the employee has discretion about sitting, walking, standing, etc. May be required to travel short distances to offices/conference rooms and buildings on site.  BACKGROUND CHECKS Please note that any offer of employment is contingent upon a background investigation.  In connection with working on certain federal contracts, a drug screen may also be required. BENEFITS AND PERKS Cambridge International Systems is committed to investing in our employees and their future by providing them with competitive compensation, career development opportunities, comfortable working conditions, and a comprehensive benefits package, some of which are listed below: Medical, dental, vision, Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance 401(k) matching and immediate vesting Paid time off and holidays Generous tuition & training assistance program Relocation assistance Sign-on bonuses Referral bonuses Performance-based bonuses Community involvement & outreach Wellness program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Tickets at Work Refer to a friend If you know someone who may be interested, please share this posting.  We are a growing team and there may be more opportunities like this one here at Cambridge International Systems  Depending on the recruiting difficulty of the position and other factors, successful referrals resulting in a hire may qualify for a referral bonus. Both employees and non-employees are eligible  Ask the Recruiter for more info. MORE ABOUT US At Cambridge, we recognize innovation and agility grow through diverse collaboration. Our team is comprised of unique individuals, and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity in recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting individuals in all job categories without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class or category as may be defined by federal, state, or local laws or regulations. It is our firm intent to support equal employment opportunity and affirmative action in keeping with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. 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