> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1453134-deputy-it-project-manager](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1453134-deputy-it-project-manager). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Deputy IT Project Manager - **Company:** HUNTER - **Location:** Washington, DC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $175,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Scaled Agile Framework, Atlassian Tools - **Published:** July 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=fe7766b9f0b67471 ## About the Role * 6+ years of project or program management experience * SAFe implementation experience and working knowledge of the framework * Experience working in a cross-functional environment * Experience overseeing architecture and engineering work * Highly organized, with strong written and verbal communication * Strong problem-solving ability * Comfortable leading up and down the chain, from team members to senior leadership * Comfortable speaking with and briefing Government clients * Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust suitability determination Preferred * Experience working in an environment that establishes an architectural baseline * PMP or SAFe Agilist certification * Experience supporting federal civilian or defense programs; GSA experience is a plus * Familiarity with Jira and Confluence for program tracking and reporting ## Description Hunter Strategy is seeking a Deputy IT Project Manager to support a new, greenfield mission with a large federal civilian agency. You report to the Project Manager and work alongside them to build out the program's project management and SAFe work products, keeping a cross-functional program organized and moving. This is a client-facing role from the start. You brief Government stakeholders directly, and the program runs on the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), so implementation experience is part of the job. What You Will Do * Work alongside the Project Manager to build and maintain the program's project management and SAFe work products, including status reports, plans, trackers, and delivery metrics * Prepare and deliver briefings to Government clients * Track deliverables, action items, risks, and schedule across a cross-functional program * Coordinate across teams and organizations to keep information moving and blockers visible * Support PI Planning and program cadence alongside the Agile practitioners on the team ## Related Videos - [ShapeShift: Reinventing Agile for a B2B SaaS Scale-Up](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1655-shapeshift-reinventing-agile-for-a-b2b-saas-scale-up) - [Hosting a modern justice system](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/332-hosting-a-modern-justice-system) - [Agile work at CARIAD – Creating a customer web application for controlling the vehicle ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/200-agile-work-at-cariad-creating-a-customer-web-application-for-controlling-the-vehicle) - [The Future of Developer Experience with GenAI: Driving Engineering Excellence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1107-the-future-of-developer-experience-with-genai-driving-engineering-excellence) - [The user in the eye of the Cargo1492 storm](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/96-the-user-in-the-eye-of-the-cargo1492-storm) - [RPA in the Public Sector](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/86-rpa-in-the-public-sector) ## Related Articles - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Should Tech Managers Be Developers First? Pros and Cons](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/327-should-tech-managers-be-developers-first-pros-and-cons) - [Top HR Tech Conferences in 2024](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/303-top-hr-tech-conferences-in-2024) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Top 6 Hackathons for Developers in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/263-top-6-hackathons-for-developers-in-2023)