Cloud Lake is seeking a Technical Project Manager (TPM) to support mission-critical federal programs and highly visible contracts.  To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

 

The TPM will lead successful planning, execution and completion within scope, schedule, and budget. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in technical program and project management, technical oversight, risk management, personal management and knowledge management, with expertise in earned value management systems and enterprise IT portfolio management. This role supports multiple federal initiatives and drives delivery of secure, scalable and compliant solutions.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct and control overall project activities including technical work, requirements traceability, quality management, schedule, cost, risk, and knowledge management.
• Capture and analyze project metrics through program and project exhibits to assess IT contract performance, as well as overall contract performance.
• Develop and deliver IT project plans detailing tasks, milestone dates, resource allocation, costs, and status updates.
• Collaborate with Federal oversight IT Program/Task Managers, providing input on technical approaches, level-of-effort estimations, trade-offs, Return-On-Investment (ROI) analysis, and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Ensure alignment of technical activities with the organizational IT roadmap.
• Lead change management (CM) practices across development, operations, and maintenance activities to enhance consistency, implement a metrics-based feedback loop, and improve IT service delivery cycles.
• Support enterprise IT Portfolio Management planning activities, ensuring lifecycle management of IT products and services.
• Align cost reporting across program areas using IT support services.
• Provide technical input for annual labor, software licensing, and maintenance requirements to support steady-state operations and lifecycle management.
• Assist with organizational assessments and data calls, providing necessary technical insights.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks ensuring minimal disruption to project timelines and deliverables.
• Monitor and evaluate staff performance, provide regular feedback and ensure high-quality work products.
• Maintain strict adherence to time and budget commitments, ensuring efficient resource utilization.
• Provide both oral and written briefings to senior leadership on project status, challenges and accomplishments.

Qualifications

• Active Secret security clearance.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in Information Technology or similar degree, or 4 years of military service. 
• Minimum 10 years of IT experience, including at least 8 years managing IT contract performance.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is required.
• Proven experience in IT project management including planning, execution and oversight. 
• Strong knowledge of earned value management systems and IT project performance metrics. 
• Experience with enterprise IT Portfolio Management and IT lifecycle planning. 
• Familiarity with federal IT oversight processes and reporting requirements. 
• Demonstrated ability to lead Change Management (CM) practices for IT operations and services. 
• Experience in risk assessment and mitigation for IT projects.  
• Understanding of, or experience supporting, Authority to Operate (ATO) deliverables.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience briefing stakeholders, senior leadership, and clients.

Job ID

2026-22008
Work Type

Remote
Pay Range

$160,000 - $170,000
Benefits

Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.
Company Description

 

Work Where it Matters

 

Cloud Lake Technology, an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

 

At Cloud Lake, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

 

For our shareholders, Cloud Lake provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

 

For our government customers, Cloud Lake delivers highly specialized, data-centric services and technology solutions that break down organizational boundaries and transform mission delivery.

 

As a Cloud Lake employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.