Onsite Cleared Project Manager

Description
At CDW, we make it happen, together. Trust, connection, and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It's why we're coworkers, not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where we're headed. We're proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW.
* Job Summary:
* We are seeking a skilled
* Project Manager
* with 5+ years of federal government experience and an active security clearance to lead and coordinate technology projects across secure environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of federal IT standards, project lifecycle management, and stakeholder engagement within government agencies. This role requires excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills to ensure successful project delivery in compliance with federal regulations.
* Key Responsibilities:
* Lead planning, execution, and delivery of IT projects in accordance with federal agency requirements and PMO standards.
* Develop and manage project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations.
* Coordinate cross-functional teams including technical staff, contractors, and government stakeholders.
* Ensure projects comply with federal IT policies, cybersecurity standards (e.g., FISMA, NIST RMF), and agency-specific guidelines.
* Monitor project performance and proactively manage risks, issues, and changes.
* Prepare and present project status reports to leadership and stakeholders.
* Support contract management, procurement activities, and vendor coordination.
* Facilitate Agile or Waterfall project methodologies as appropriate.
* Maintain project documentation and ensure audit readiness.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business, or related field.
* 3- 5 years of experience managing IT projects, preferably within federal government environments.
* Active
* Secret clearance
* or higher (Top Secret, TS/SCI).
* Familiarity with federal IT governance frameworks (e.g., NIST, FISMA, FedRAMP).
* Experience with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet).
* Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
* Preferred Certifications:
* PMP
* CAPM
* , or
* Agile/Scrum certification
* Security+
* or other cybersecurity-related certifications (a plus for working in secure environments)
* ITIL Foundation
* (optional)
* Additional Requirements:
* This position will sit ONSITE in Washington, DC
* Experience supporting agencies such as
* DoD
* DHS
* VA
* , or
* NASA
* is highly desirable.
* Ability to work in high-security environments and manage sensitive information.
* We make technology work so people can do great things.
* CDW is a leading multi-brand provider of information technology solutions to business, government, education and healthcare customers in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada. A Fortune 500 company and member of the S&P 500 Index, CDW helps its customers to navigate an increasingly complex IT market and maximize return on their technology investments. Together, we unite. Together, we win. Together, we thrive. CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.