Senior Project Management Consultant I

Position Summary

We are seeking a Senior Project Management Consultant I to provide high-level subject matter expertise, strategic guidance, and executive project management support to TSA’s Office of Trusted Traveler & Credentialing (TTC). In this role, you will advise agency leadership and program directors on complex, enterprise-wide initiatives spanning passenger pre-screening and transportation worker vetting programs (e.g., Digital Identity/ICAM, Knowledge Management, TSA PreCheck®, and Fee Compliance & Governance).

Serving as a trusted advisor, you will lead high-level program evaluations, guide complex policy and process implementations, oversee major deliverable development, and optimize alignment with DHS Management Directive (MD) 102-01. This position operates on a hybrid work schedule based out of Annapolis Junction, MD and/or TSA Headquarters in Springfield, VA. Candidates must be available to work on-site at assigned government facilities at least one day per week, with additional on-site days as needed to support in-person collaboration, high-level meetings, and operational needs.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Strategic Advisory:

• Provide high-level expert advice, strategic planning, and operational counseling to government leadership across major TTC program initiatives.

Enterprise Project Management

Manage complex program scopes, inter-project dependencies, master schedules (IMS), integrated master plans (IMP), and executive-level governance frameworks.

Policy & Oversight Support

Conduct policy and process analysis, technical writing, and oversight reviews to ensure alignment with DHS/TSA acquisition directives, privacy policies, and records management standards.

Executive Briefings & Deliverables

Develop, review, and deliver high-impact program documentation, white papers, decision papers, Program Management Reviews (PMRs), and briefings for agency directors.

Stakeholder & Governance Alignment

Coordinate across inter-agency stakeholders, technical teams, section chiefs, and third-party vendors to resolve critical risks, dependencies, and operational roadblocks.

Quality Assurance & Program Control

Establish and oversee quality management methodologies, risk mitigation strategies, performance metrics, and cost/budget execution monitoring.

Qualifications

Education

Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Business Administration, Public Policy, Systems Management, Engineering, or a related field.

Experience

Minimum 10 to 12 years of relevant experience providing senior-level subject matter expertise, strategic advice, and project management support for federal programs. Certifications (Preferred) : PMP (Project Management Professional), PfMP, or equivalent senior management credentials.

Security Clearance : Must pass TSA Personnel Security suitability requirements prior to performance kickoff. Strategic & Analytical Expertise :

Proven capability in executive-level decision support, strategic roadmapping, program policy evaluation, and complex risk management. Domain Expertise : Prior experience in government vetting, credentialing, digital identity/ICAM, knowledge management, or financial/fee governance programs is highly desired.

Advanced Communication : Master-level technical writing, editing, and briefing skills with a demonstrated ability to present to senior executive government leadership. Tools & Compliance :

Deep familiarity with DHS/TSA acquisition frameworks (DHS MD 102-01), federal privacy standards, and tools such as MS Project, PowerPoint, Excel, and SharePoint.

Compensation and Benefits

• The estimated compensation range for this position is between $107,000 and $124,000 annually.
• Actual salary is determined by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s specialized skills, certifications, and years of experience.
• Hive Group offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), life and disability insurance, retirement contributions, paid leave, federal holidays, professional development opportunities, and lifestyle benefits.
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