Project Manager

Five Rivers Analytics is looking for a Project Manager to work in Summerville, SC. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today! The Project Manager for the MITSM (Marine Information Technology and Systems Modernization) Program at NIWC Atlantic is responsible for planning, executing, and delivering complex technical projects that support mission-critical modernization efforts across the Navy and Marine Corps. This role ensures alignment of project activities with program objectives, technical standards, cybersecurity requirements, and sponsor expectations. Responsibilities Lead end-to-end project management activities for MITSM initiatives, including scope definition, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, and quality assurance Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineers, system architects, cybersecurity analysts, logistics personnel, and external partners Develop and maintain project plans, integrated master schedules, and required documentation Monitor project progress, identify variances, and implement corrective actions to maintain cost, schedule, and performance baselines Ensure compliance with DoD, DON, and NIWC Atlantic policies, including configuration management, acquisition guidelines, and cybersecurity requirements Prepare and deliver briefings to leadership, stakeholders, and government sponsors Facilitate technical interchange meetings, integrated product team (IPT) sessions, and project reviews Support contract planning, tasking, performance monitoring, and evaluation of contractor deliverables Maintain rigorous risk and issue tracking, including development of mitigation strategies Coordinate testing, integration, deployment, and sustainment activities with operational stakeholders Ensure all project artifacts meet audit readiness, quality, and documentation standards Contribute to continuous improvement efforts within the MITSM program and PMO processes

Qualifications Education:

Bachelor's degree in any technical or managerial discipline

Experience:

Ten (10) years of direct work experience with C4ISR or similar program/projects. Eight (8) years of direct work experience, to include: design/development, production, installation, and test & evaluation of Cloud and Software Engineering Experience shall include supervising project personnel and/or team, scheduling work, writing proposals and /or preparing bids, and experience ordering and/or transporting equipment and material. Experience may be achieved simultaneously; individual shall have knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and DoD procurement policies and procedures, and individual shall have written and oral communications abilities commensurate with this management role Experience leading technical projects within a DoD or federal environment Proficiency with project management methods, tools, and DoD lifecycle processes Understanding of information systems, network architectures, and modernization efforts Familiarity with cybersecurity requirements such as RMF and system accreditation processes Strong communication, organization, and stakeholder engagement skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

Project Management Professional (PMP), DAWIA/DAU certifications, or equivalent Experience supporting Navy or Marine Corps C4ISR, IT, or modernization programs Knowledge of NIWC Atlantic processes, governance, and technical domains Experience with Agile frameworks, DevSecOps, or digital transformation efforts Job

ID 2026-23115

Work Type Remote Pay Range $145,000 - $160,000 Benefits Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees. Company Description Work Where it Matters Five Rivers Analytics (FRA), an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska. At FRA, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States. For our shareholders , FRA provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years. For our government customers , FRA delivers streamline operations in support of an increasingly fast-paced, complex, and dynamic digital environment. As a FRA employee , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options. We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).