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Project Manager, ServiceNow (San Diego, CA)

ICF · San Diego, California, United States

Full-timeOn site5-10 yrs$131k–$222kListed as no visa sponsorshipMarketing Services
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In short

The Project Manager will develop technology strategies and lead the implementation of ServiceNow solutions in collaboration with Federal executives and stakeholders. They will also manage project plans, define system requirements, and oversee the development of prototypes and proofs-of-concept.

What they're looking for

MUST-HAVE SKILLS

ServiceNowProject ManagementTechnology StrategyIT EngineeringService ManagementPlatform ManagementSaaSITIL

ALSO MENTIONED

ServiceNowProject Management ProfessionalPMPSaaSITILITSMFederalNISTRMFeMASS

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree, a PMP certification, and at least 8 years of project management experience, including 4 years with ServiceNow. Additionally, applicants must be US citizens capable of obtaining a Secret security clearance.

About the employer

ICF Next

Your global engagement and transformation partner. · hiring as ICF

We’re ICF Next, your strategic partner for engagement and transformation.

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Our passion is to help you make the change you need to succeed. We are mission-driven creatives, communicators, strategists and technologists. Part of global consultancy ICF, we're working to improve the world in areas from energy to health to transportation and beyond. From strategy to execution, we create the kind of change that brings you closer to the people you serve: citizens, colleagues, and entire communities.

INDUSTRY
Marketing Services
COMPANY
Public Company
HEADQUARTERS
Reston, Virginia
SIZE
1,001-5,000on LinkedIn
OFFICES
3 on LinkedIn
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4 roles

KNOWN FOR

Strategy and transformationCreative engagementInsights and analyticsTechnologyDigitalUser experience

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Questions about this role

Is this ICF role remote?
Tagged on site.
What does it pay?
The posting lists $130,687–$222,169 a year.
Does it sponsor visas?
Listed as no visa sponsorship.
What experience does it ask for?
Listed as 5-10 years.

The posting, in full

Our Digital Modernization Division is an information technology and management consulting department that offers integrated, strategic solutions to its public and private-sector clients. ICF has the expertise, agility, and commitment to design, build, and operate high-performance IT engines to support all aspects of our client’s business.

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The Work

Our Digital Modernization Division is an information technology and management consulting department that offers integrated, strategic solutions to its public and private-sector clients. ICF has the expertise, agility, and commitment to design, build, and operate high-performance IT engines to support all aspects of our client’s business.

This Project Manager, ServiceNow, will become a trusted advisor for clients in technology strategy, IT Engineering, Service Management, and Platform Management and participate in building POCs, prototypes and modernizing web-based applications. Guide the management of a variety of SaaS technology platforms. Work with technical leadership and other architects to develop and promote technology best practices, and standards, and collaborate with other service delivery teams. The ICF team works closely with clients and other contractors to ensure the performance and reliability of public-facing, mission-critical applications.

Job Location- Must be able to work onsite in San Diego, CA five days a week.

What you’ll be doing (Responsibilities/Day to Day)

  • Develop technology strategy in close collaboration with Federal executives, business SMEs, and key stakeholders.
  • Build professional trust relationships and establish personal rapport with business stakeholders to better understand their concerns and business mission.
  • Lead meetings with senior client leadership and stakeholders to discover the current state, business processes, requirements, and pain points and understand aspirations, business mission, and goals.
  • Develop technology presentations and communicate effectively in meetings to describe complex technology choices, trade-offs, and considerations.
  • Work directly with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and team members to determine business needs and develop solution approaches, architecture, and strategy to address key challenges.
  • Develop governance, operating models, CONOPS, and processes to support the business mission.
  • Define key considerations, evaluate new technology platforms, perform analysis of alternatives based on well-defined processes, and present findings to technical as well as non-technical audiences.
  • Document as-is, and to-be architecture diagrams and business process flow and flow charts, decision trees.
  • Actively participate in project discussions and team meetings (e.g., daily standups, reviews)
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize development activities in ServiceNow.
  • Support all aspects of the implementation including requirements, design, testing, and delivery of tracking and reporting tools.
  • Work with stakeholders of IT systems and internal SMEs to define the system requirements and design approach.
  • Develop an understanding of the client processes and procedures and assist with making improvements relative to technology.
  • Work with a team of senior technologists to lead and manage the rapid development and implementation of prototypes and proofs-of-concept utilizing a variety of technologies.
  • Understand and identify requirements by establishing personal rapport with clients and with other persons in a position to understand service requirements.
  • Document project plans, architecture diagrams, and processes.

What You Will Bring With You

  • Must be able to obtain a Secret clearance
  • Must be a US Citizen as required by the federal government
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • BS degree from an accredited institution with 8+ years of Project Management experience
  • 4+ years of experience working with low-code/no-code platforms such as ServiceNow.
  • 5+ years of experience leading technology consulting engagements with clients
  • 4+ years of Federal experience

What We Would Like You To Bring With You:

  • Certified Scrum Master
  • In-depth knowledge of ServiceNow platform capabilities, modules, and best practices
  • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
  • Good understanding of system architecture and design principles.
  • Familiarity with ITIL processes and IT Service Management (ITSM) principles
  • In-depth understanding of ServiceNow best practices and industry trends
  • Understanding of federal government security and compliance rules such as NIST, RMF, eMASS, DoDM 8140, IL4/IL5 concepts

Professional Skills

  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • Exceptional problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
  • Conflict resolution skills to mitigate risks, resolve issues, and ensure timely and accurate delivery.

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Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.

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Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range

There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$130,687.00 - $222,169.00

San Diego, CA (CA74)

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