AWS IT Project Manager (AWS Certification and Federal Experience Required)

About this role

## Job Title: AWS Project Manager (Federal Government Contracting)

### Job Summary

The AWS Project Manager is responsible for leading and delivering cloud initiatives supporting federal government programs, with a focus on AWS cloud adoption, migration, and operational excellence. This role manages the full project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with federal standards (e.g., FedRAMP, NIST), while coordinating cross-functional teams, vendors, and stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings experience managing complex cloud programs in regulated environments, with strong expertise in AWS technologies, risk management, and federal contracting processes.

## Core Competencies

### 1. Federal Cloud Program Management

• Lead end-to-end delivery of AWS cloud projects supporting federal agencies, ensuring alignment with contractual requirements and mission objectives.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, and resources in accordance with federal acquisition and reporting standards.

### 2. AWS Cloud MigrationTransformation

• Oversee migration of on-premise systems to AWS environments using structured methodologies and AWS migration frameworks.
• Coordinate architecture, engineering, and security teams to ensure successful cloud adoption and modernization.

### 3. Compliance, RiskGovernance

• Ensure adherence to federal compliance frameworks including **FedRAMP, NIST 800-53, FISMA**, and agency-specific requirements.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks; maintain project governance artifacts and audit readiness documentation.

### 4. StakeholderVendor Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for government clients, contracting officers, and internal leadership.
• Manage subcontractors and vendor performance, ensuring SLA adherence and deliverable quality.

### 5. AgileWaterfall Delivery Execution

• Utilize Agile, Scrum, or hybrid methodologies to manage delivery of cloud initiatives.
• Facilitate sprint planning, status reporting, ...