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MIT Lincoln Laboratory Senior Project Manager in Lexington, Massachusetts
The Security Services Department’s overall mission is to identify and counter security threats to the MIT Lincoln Laboratory’s mission of development of game-changing technology in support of National Security, including guarding against compromise by foreign intelligence agencies and insider threats. To accomplish this mission, this department formulates and implements policies, plans, and actions designed to protect facilities against threats of vandalism, accidental destruction, and sabotage; and safeguards personnel, classified and unclassified information systems, personal identifiable information, property, and other assets from exploitation and recruitment by foreign intelligence agencies.
We foster a diverse and inclusive culture where security professionals from a wide range of backgrounds are empowered to solve complex security problems in close collaboration with Laboratory research teams and Government counterparts. Our people are our most important resource, and we encourage a casual and flexible opportunity-filled working environment that is technology-focused. Where mission needs can be met, the Security Services Department encourages flexible schedules and hybrid remote work arrangements.
Who Are We?
MIT Lincoln Laboratory is a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) whose mission is research in support of National Security. The Security Services Department’s (SSD) overall mission is to enable research and development while keeping the Lincoln Laboratory community safe and secure through the protection of information, network, facilities and personnel.
We foster a diverse and inclusive culture where security professionals from a wide range of backgrounds are empowered to solve complex security problems in close collaboration with Laboratory research teams and Government counterparts. Our people are our most important resource, and we encourage a casual and flexible opportunity-filled working environment that is technology-focused. Where mission needs can be met, the Security Services Department encourages flexible schedules and hybrid remote work arrangements.
What Will You Do?
This position is dedicated to Project Management across SSD, with a specific focus on Cybersecurity and Operational, and will report to the Manager, Strategy and Project Management.
In this role you will:
Project Management: Responsible for executing multiple Cybersecurity high visibility, high risk and complex SSD projects in collaboration with other Departments, and Divisions. The SPMO PM will create and maintain project charter, project plans, risk and issue log, and communications plan. PM will be responsible for scope, schedule, and budget management. PM will drive the project team for pro-active risk management.
Success Measures/KPIs: Develop success measures (qualitative and quantitate) for projects to measure the effectiveness and outcomes
Reporting: Provide reporting at all levels for the assigned project, including core team, SSD leadership team and the executive team within Business Transformation Office (BTO) and Director’s office.
Leadership: provides leadership and direction to the vertical teams for the evaluation of project feasibility, development of business cases, establishment of priorities, monitoring progress, continual evaluation of project status and resource utilization from project inception to post-deployment closeout. Driving project close-out with a clear operationalization plan will be included in PM’s core responsibilities.
Continuous Improvement: Build Continuous Improvement model with SSD Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), Information Services Department (ISD) and other teams.
Influence: The SSD PM will build relationships, execute, manage and negotiate in a matrixed environment by following SPMO practices and project management methodology (Waterfall, Agile etc.)
What You Need/Requirements:
The ability to obtain and maintain a minimum of a DoD Secret clearance.
Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Successfully pass a background check.
Professional Requirements (required):
5-7 years of experience as a project manager
2-3 years of experience working in cybersecurity
Minimum 2 years of experience working in a Project Management Office
Proficiency in O365, Microsoft Project Plan (.mpp) Office
Strong skills in excel and power point for meaningful reporting and executive presentations
Professional Requirements (preferred)
PMP certification
Change Management experience
Business Analysis experience
Ideally, you will have:
The Laboratory values experiences from diverse backgrounds and occupations. The most successful candidates will have the following skills and qualifications. • Valued competencies: Interpersonal, organizational, written and verbal communication skills. • Organization: Creating and maintaining project plans that communicate tasks, milestone dates, and status. The successful candidate will also be responsible for the development of project documents such as project charter, communications plan, requirements metrics, and similar documents. • Communication: Project status reporting to stakeholders, SSD management and Laboratory senior management. • Influence: Build relationships, execute, manage, and negotiate in a matrixed environment. • Flexibility: The Project Manager will continually balance risk, efficiency of execution, quality of results and SPMO process requirements in the fulfillment of departmental and Laboratory goals.
How Will You Grow?
You will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, thrive and belong.
• Leadership: Room to advance on your team or to lead cross-functional projects. • Growth Opportunities: Potential for lateral and vertical movement. • Education/Training: Management training, mentorship, in-house and external courses. • Exposure: Engagement with sponsors, stakeholders, Laboratory leadership and other Departments and Divisions. • Community: Participation is encouraged for Laboratory social events, Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), clubs and study groups, volunteering and community service projects.
At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. Benefits offered to employees include: • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans • MIT-funded pension • Matching 401K • Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.) • Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs • Mentorship programs • A range of work-life balance options • ... and much more!
Please visit our Benefits page for more information. As an employee of MIT, you can also take advantage of other voluntary benefits, discounts, and perks. Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret-level DoD security clearance. MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required.
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