Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Kentro is a technology and business solutions company supporting government missions through innovative technology services and collaborative expertise. The company is seeking a Remote Project Manager to manage the Virtual Desktop Services workstream under the VA ESOM contract, coordinating engineering operations, schedules, risks, deliverables, stakeholder communications, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Participate in transition planning and knowledge transfer activities to ensure a seamless handoff from the Transition Lead
- Assume day-to-day management of the Virtual Desktop Services workstream following the transition
- Lead planning, coordination, and execution of operational engineering activities
- Coordinate operational activities across Citrix and Microsoft virtual desktop engineering teams
- Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones, action items, and work plans
- Facilitate transition planning, knowledge transfer, and operational readiness activities
- Track risks, issues, dependencies, and mitigation strategies
- Prepare and deliver weekly status reports and executive briefings
- Coordinate customer meetings, technical working sessions, and governance reviews
- Monitor project performance, deliverables, and contractual commitments
- Collaborate with engineering leads to prioritize operational work and resolve resource conflicts
- Ensure project documentation remains current and complete
- Drive continuous process improvement initiatives across the Virtual Desktop Services organization
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
- Five or more years of experience managing enterprise IT projects or operational engineering teams
- Experience supporting large-scale infrastructure, endpoint engineering, or virtual desktop environments
- Demonstrated experience managing risks, schedules, budgets, and stakeholder communications
- Strong facilitation, organizational, and communication skills
- Experience using Azure DevOps, ServiceNow, or similar project management tools
- US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card)
- 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
- PMP certification preferred
- Experience supporting federal government or VA programs
- Familiarity with Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops, Azure Virtual Desktop, Windows 365, or enterprise endpoint engineering
- Experience supporting Agile delivery and operational service management
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Healthcare benefits
- Supplemental benefits
- 401k including an employer match
- Discount perks
- Rewards
- Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development
- Flexibility to take a course, complete a certification, or pursue other professional growth and networking
- Funds for virtual and in-person activities, including happy hours, holiday events, fitness and wellness events, and annual celebrations
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