Senior Project Manager

About Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary

Team members at Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary have a lot in common while also being part of a rich and varied group of contributors, creating a distinct and thriving culture. Chief among our commonalities is a desire for growth and a shared unity of purpose in our professional lives. We believe that through diverse perspectives, challenging the status quo and rewarding action, we accelerate innovation and drive growth – for our clients, for ourselves and for our communities.

The professional services landscape continues to evolve. For Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary, this means we have an opportunity to further cement our leadership position in this industry and continue to grow our organization in increasingly exciting ways. This growth is meaningful for every team member at our company because larger companies simply see more interesting client opportunities and can attract impressively talented individuals like you. Through a dedicated focus on key business priorities and intentionally creating a rewarding employee experience, Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary has developed into a highly regarded provider of professional services and a sought-after employer of choice.

Do you want to work with other skilled and agile practitioners who thrive on challenge and growth? We believe everyone has untapped potential. That’s why we lead with vision and act fast, pairing deep expertise with practical solutions. Our teams cut through complexity and deliver real impact. It's our hope that you find more than just a job. At Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary, you'll find optimism, clear insights and genuine warmth, without egos.

Are you ready to grow with us?

Position Summary

Sikich is seeking a Senior Project Manager to support our client in Woodlawn, MD/Remote.

What will you do in this role?

• Be a leader of an interdisciplinary team working with business stakeholders and enterprise software development teams to plan and implement enterprise-level solutions focused on Cloud Operations, IT Security and DevSecOps.
• Be aware of the big picture while supporting program and project leads in the conceptualization and implementation of technical solutions, process improvement opportunities, and innovative ways to improve operations.

What do you need to succeed in this role?

• Bachelor’s degree; advanced degree preferred.
• 10 years professional experience minimum.
• 5-7 years project management experience minimum.
• Demonstrated experience managing Technical Projects in domain areas such as Cloud, Security and DevSecOps.
• Experience working across integrated project teams.
• Demonstrated ability in managing complex and multiple projects at the same time.
• Demonstrated ability to manage program and project risks and issues.
• Experience developing and managing Objectives and Key Results.
• Experience using project management toolsets such Atlassian Jira/Confluence, as well as Microsoft Office Suite (particularly, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Visio) proficiency.
• Federal government agency work experience, CMS preferred.
• PMP and/or Agile certification.
• Strong listening skills with demonstrated ability to ask effective questions, understand customer priorities and anticipate customer needs.

In addition, specific skills/experience required are as follows:

• Understand the features and functions of the Cloud, DevOps and Security and collaboration products and services being implemented by and for the client and helping the team promote upcoming changes and system enhancements.
• Strive to be proactive and consultive in nature, bringing deep knowledge of the client’s vision, product use cases, and best practices to customers to maximize the benefit from the enterprise shared services.
• Provide Agile team management, planning, customer support and process management for multiple active and ongoing programs/projects.
• Apply business and technical expertise to recognize program pain points, identify dependencies, and to recommend informed solutions.
• Support the development and maintenance of applications, assisting with planning efforts and working to remove obstacles so that project teams can accomplish benchmark tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
• Support process development, documentation and communication across the Product team related to key decisions and new/updated processes.
• Support onboarding and offboarding activities related to contract and user access to enterprise shared services, including looking holistically at the entire process for improvement opportunities.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and use cases to help inform strategic direction aligned to client priorities.
• Lead and facilitate meetings and knowledge sharing activities.
• Work collaboratively to foster and build team relationships among our client, project managers, development contractors and other third-party entities/contractors to plan software products which support Program objectives.
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to effectively present to clients and stakeholders with varying levels of technical knowledge.
• Use knowledge of program goals and strategies, and technical/security system needs, to assist in the prioritizing of release scope.
• Report to the client on project status and communicate any delays or changes in the project plan.
• Contribute to programmatic information radiators such as monthly reports and strategic product roadmaps.
• Monitor key performance indicators to verify service level agreements.
• May serve as a performance manager and mentor for a team of up to six project managers, including, but not limited to, tasking, oversight, and personal development.
• Values driven – You embody and model absolute integrity and servant leadership and you have a bias for action and continuous innovation.
• Uncompromising problem solver – You see opportunities in every business challenge and can develop, articulate and implement solutions.
• Collaboration – You are a relationship builder across all levels of the organization and across all business units.
• Instills trust – You do what you say, without ego, and you follow through on commitments consistently and credibly.
• Impact & influence – You are relentlessly focused on making a difference and can gain support for ideas, proposals and solutions. You get others to act, with or without formal authority, to advance initiatives and objectives.

Salary Information

In compliance with this state’s pay transparency laws, the midpoint of the salary range for this role is $145,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.

About Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary

Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary offers the public and private sectors a diverse platform of professional services across consulting, technology and compliance. Highly specialized and hands-on teams deliver integrated solutions rooted in deep industry experience. Our approach is strategically and thoughtfully designed to help our clients, teams and communities accelerate success.

Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary has approximately 2,000 team members and operates across North America, EMEA and APAC.

Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary Total Rewards

Our team members enjoy expansive benefits ranging from competitive compensation and insurance options to wellness programs and a flexible time off policy, to name only a few. Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary also takes pride in prioritizing team members’ health, total wellbeing and time spent with family, friends and in the pursuit of personal goals, hobbies, and endeavors.

Some examples of our many benefits:

• Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary maintains a Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy. We encourage every full-time employee, as your role permits, to utilize paid time off (personal time, mental/physical health care, vacation, sick leave, etc.). Waiting for time off to accrue is common at other companies. At Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary, you do not have to wait for this benefit to kick in. FTO is activated on your first day with our organization.
• Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary will also recognize paid holidays during the year and strives to permit employees to have time off the last week of the calendar year when client and project work permits.
• Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary offers a comprehensive wellness program to engage, challenge and empower team members to take responsibility for their wellbeing. Activities can be tracked through our wellness provider to obtain gift cards and other rewards.

We also offer:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Health, dental, vision, life, and accident/death/disability insurance options
• HSA employer contribution
• Eleven (11) paid holidays annually.
• A robust paid Parental Bonding Leave program covering birth, adoption, and foster children.
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous employee referral bonus program
• Client referral bonus program
• Pet insurance
• FORCE – Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary community volunteer program enabling each team member to use up to four hours of paid time annually to volunteer and make a difference in their local communities.

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Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

Sikich currently practices in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Professional Code of Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. Sikich CPA LLC is a licensed CPA firm that provides audit and attest services to its clients. Sikich LLC has a contractual arrangement with Sikich CPA LLC under which Sikich LLC provides Sikich CPA LLC with professional and support personnel and other services to support Sikich CPA LLC’s performance of its professional services, and Sikich CPA LLC shares certain client information with Sikich LLC with respect to the provision of such services.