Project Manager - Information Assurance / Quotient, Inc. / Falls Church, VA

Quotient, Inc./Falls Church, VAWe are searching for a highly qualified technical project manager for our premier Department of Defense client. This position requires hands on technical skills and tasks as well as the duties of an experienced project manager.   *Technical Duties:* * Works on complex IA projects involving all phases of information assurance and network operations to include: assess, address, correlate, analyze, and provide IA course of action decision support. * Develops high quality assessments that provide an understanding and resolution to security related events as they occur. * Develop and document vulnerabilities including solutions/countermeasures and exploits for the purpose of identifying signatures.  * Able to address problem area and recommend automated solutions. * Assesses impact, determines probable damage and suggests methods of damage control, conducts computer forensics, and follow-on analysis to build historical and predictive capabilities. * Analyzes and recommends resolution of IA problems based on knowledge of the major IA products and services, an understanding of their limitations, and a working knowledge of the disciplines of IA.  * Applies knowledge of current IA policy, tactics, techniques, policy, and doctrine, and relationship to IA reporting requirements and structure. *Project/Practice Management:* * Creates and executes project work plans and revises as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements. * Identifies resources needed and assigns individual responsibilities. * Manages day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope. * Reviews deliverables prepared by team before passing to client. * Effectively applies CMMI methodologies and enforces project standards. * Prepares for engagement reviews and quality assurance procedures. * Minimizes exposure and risk on project. * Ensures project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately. *Project Accounting:* * Tracks and reports team hours and expenses on a weekly basis. * Manages project budget. * Determines appropriate revenue recognition, ensures timely and accurate invoicing, and monitors receivables for project. * Follows up with clients, when necessary, regarding unpaid invoices. * Analyzes project profitability, revenue, margins, bill rates and utilization. *Financial Management:* * Understands basic revenue models, P/L, and cost-to-completion projections and makes decisions accordingly. * Understands pricing model and billing procedures. * Accurately provides weekly forecasts for revenue, profitability, margins, bill rates and utilization. * Assures project legal documents are completed and signed. *Business Development:* * Identifies business development and "add-on" sales opportunities as they relate to a specific project. * Leads proposal efforts including completing project scoping and LOE assessments. * Effectively conveys our message in both written and verbal business development discussions. *Communication:* * Facilitates team and client meetings effectively. * Holds regular status meetings with project team. * Keeps project team well informed of changes within the organization and general corporate news. * Effectively communicates relevant project information to superiors. * Delivers engaging, informative, well-organized presentations. * Resolves and/or escalates issues in a timely fashion. * Understands how to communicate difficult/sensitive information tactfully. *Client Management:* * Manages day-to-day client interaction. * Sets and manages client expectations. * Develops lasting relationships with client personnel that foster client ties. * Communicates effectively with clients to identify needs and evaluate alternative business solutions. * Continually seeks opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and deepen client relationships. *Qualifications:* A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related scientific or technical discipline is required. Seven (7) years general experience and five (5) years of IA specialized experience is required. Apply To Job