Overview
Thank you for considering IT Concepts dba Kentro, where innovation drives opportunity and collaboration leads to success. Our dynamic community of experts is fully committed to advancing our customers' missions, fostering professional growth, and making a positive impact on our communities.
By joining our supportive community, you will find that Kentro is dedicated to your personal and professional development. Together, we can drive meaningful change, spark innovation, and achieve extraordinary milestones.
Kentro is hiring for a remote
Project Manager
to support
our Veterans Affairs ESOM
contract. The Project Manager leads the end-to-end transition of Infrastructure Operations (IO) SCM, CMDB, and ITOM workstreams onto the Endpoint Support and Operations Monitoring (ESOM) contract. This role is the primary point of contact for VA leadership and responsible for schedule integrity, risk management, and cross-functional stakeholder coordination across three workstreams.
Location:
This position can be performed remotely within the United States and will support Eastern Time working hours; occasional travel to VA sites as required.
Responsibilities
• Own overall transition planning and schedule management across CMDB, SCM, and ITOM workstreams from June 1 through September 15, 2026.• Serve as primary Kentro point of contact for VA IO leadership and the ESOM COR throughout the transition period.• Develop and maintain the integrated project schedule, tracking milestones, dependencies, and critical path across all workstreams.• Identify, document, and actively manage program risks; escalate blockers to VA and Kentro leadership as appropriate.• Coordinate onboarding and access provisioning for all transition resources in alignment with VA suitability and GFE timelines.• Facilitate recurring status meetings, produce written status reports, and maintain up-to-date program documentation.• Manage scope change requests and communicate impacts to cost, schedule, and staffing to the appropriate stakeholders.• Support final intake processing and work product review in coordination with the VA POC.
Qualifications
10+ years of project management experience on federal IT programs, preferably within VA or a large civilian agency.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems, Business or related scientific or technical discipline. An additional 8 years of relevant experience may be substituted for the degree requirement for a total of 18+ years of experience.
Demonstrated experience managing transitions or program stand-ups under Time and Materials contracts.
Familiarity with ServiceNow platform operations, ITSM, CMDB, or ITOM in a federal environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to produce clear status reporting for both technical and executive audiences.
Experience managing cross-functional teams of 10+ resources across multiple concurrent workstreams.
Proficiency with project scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, or equivalent).
Preferred Qualifications:
PMP certification or equivalent project management credential.
Prior experience on T4NG, ESOM, or similar VA enterprise IT contract vehicles.
Familiarity with VA onboarding, suitability, and GFE provisioning processes.
Experience using ServiceNow SPM or comparable demand/work management platforms for program tracking.
Clearance Requirement:
US Citizen or Green card holder
Willing and able to obtain and maintain Public Trust Clearance
Must meet updated ID requirements: https://www.gsa.gov/technology/it-contract-vehicles-and-purchasing-programs/federal-credentialing-services/get-appointment-help/bring-required-documents
If you do not currently meet the ID requirements outlined, you must be willing and able to update your current forms of ID in a timely manner to complete the suitability process successfully.
Benefits
The Company
We believe in generating success collaboratively, enabling long-term mission success, and building trust for the next challenge. With you as our partner, let’s solve challenges, think innovatively, and maximize impact. As a valued member of our team, you have the unique opportunity to work in a diverse range of technology and business career paths, all while supporting our nation and delivering innovative technology solutions. We are a close community of experts that pride ourselves on creating an environment defined by teamwork, dedication, and excellence.
We hold three ISO certifications (27001:2013, 20000-1:2011, 9001:2015), two CMMI ML 3 ratings (DEV and SVC) and CMMC Level 2 Certification.
Industry Recognition
Growth | Inc 5000’s Fastest Growing Private Companies, DC Metro List Fastest Growing; Washington Business Journal: Fastest Growing Companies, Top Performing Small Technology Companies in Greater D.C.
Culture | Northern Virginia Technology Council Tech 100 Honoree; Virginia Best Place to Work; Washington Business Journal: Best Places to Work, Corporate Diversity Index Winner – Mid-Size Companies, Companies Owned by People of Color; Department of Labor’s HireVets for our work helping veterans transition; SECAF Award of Excellence finalist; Victory Military Friendly Brand; Virginia Values Veterans (V3); Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Corporate Breath Award
Benefits
We offer competitive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401k including an employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more. We invest in our employees – Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development. Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, complete a certification, or other professional growth and networking. We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes commitment to continuous professional development.
We work hard; we play hard. Kentro is committed to incorporating fun into every day. We dedicate funds for activities – virtual and in-person – e.g., we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations. In alignment with our commitment to our communities, we also host and attend charity galas/events. We believe in appreciating your commitment and building a positive workspace for you to be creative, innovative, and happy.
Commitment Equal Opportunity Employment & VEVRAA
Kentro is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Kentro is strongly committed to compliance with VEVRAA and other applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity. We have developed comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure our hiring practices align with these requirements.
As part of our VEVRAA compliance efforts, Kentro has established an equal opportunity plan outlining our commitment to recruiting, hiring, and advancing protected veterans. This plan is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure its effectiveness.
We encourage protected veterans to self-identify during the application process. This information is strictly confidential and will only be used for reporting and compliance purposes as required by law. Providing this information is voluntary and will not impact your employment eligibility.
Our commitment to equal employment opportunity extends beyond legal compliance. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees, including protected veterans, are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.
How to Apply
To apply to Kentro Positions- Please click on the job link and then click the blue “Apply” button at the top right of Job Description. Please upload your resume and complete all the application steps. You must fully submit the application for Kentro to consider you for a position. If you need alternative application methods, please email [email protected] and request assistance.
Accommodations
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need to discuss reasonable accommodations, please email [email protected].
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