Cloud Services ProgramProject Manager Contingent

Public Trust Eligibility Required

This is a contingent position meaning employment is dependent upon the successful award of the associated contract to Aretum and completion of any required background investigation or security clearance verification.

About Aretum

Aretum is a mission-driven organization committed to delivering innovative technology-enabled solutions to our customers across defense civilian and homeland security sectors. Our teams work at the intersection of strategy technology and transformation helping agencies solve their most critical challenges. We believe in investing in our people and creating a culture where collaboration inclusion and professional growth are at the forefront.

Job Summary

Aretum is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Cloud Services Program/Project Manager to join our team. As the Cloud Services Program/Project Manager at Aretum you will be responsible for leading and managing our clients cloud services needs to include planning coordination and compliance.

Due to the nature of our work as a federal consulting organization employees may be expected to handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and must adhere to applicable safeguarding and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise-level cloud transformation and migration efforts across AWS Azure GCP or hybrid environments.
• Serve as the primary liaison between stakeholders vendors and technical teams for all cloud initiatives.
• Develop and maintain project plans schedules risk registers and metrics tracking cloud service performance.
• Oversee vendor and service provider performance ensuring compliance with SLAs KPIs and contract terms.
• Provide strategic and technical guidance on cloud architectures migration paths and integration with on-premises systems.
• Support acquisition and procurement processes including market research requirements definition and proposal evaluation.
• Ensure compliance with FedRAMP FISMA NIST 800-53 and Zero Trust Architecture principles.
• Coordinate with cybersecurity teams to support ATO and Continuous Monitoring activities.
• Implement and manage cloud financial governance and FinOps practices to control costs and optimize resource usage.
• Deliver executive-level briefings and reports on program status risks and operational performance.

• Bachelors degree in computer science Information Technology Engineering Business or related field.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from PMI or equivalent program management degree.
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional) Azure Solutions Architect or Google Cloud Architect certification.
• Minimum 10 years of IT program/project management experience with at least 5 years in cloud services.
• Proven experience managing federal cloud programs including contract oversight technical direction and SLA management.
• Expertise in cloud service and deployment model (IaaS PaaS SaaS; public private hybrid).
• Demonstrated understanding of federal IT acquisition processes including IDIQ BPA FFP and T&M mechanisms.
• Experience in Agile project implementation and team management.
• Strong track record leading cross-functional teams spanning cybersecurity acquisition and mission operations.
• Experience implementing FinOps strategies and using cost-optimization tools to manage cloud spend.
• Proficiency in developing and delivering executive dashboards and performance reports to senior stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree (may substitute up to 3 years of experience).
• Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP).
• ITIL v4 Foundation or higher certification.
• Experience leading Zero Trust multi-cloud optimization or modernization initiatives in a federal environment.

Travel Requirements

Travel to client locations is required for this position and may vary based on project needs.

EEO Statement

Aretum is committed to fostering a workplace rooted in excellence integrity and equal opportunity for all. We adhere to merit-based hiring practices ensuring that all employment decisions are made based on qualifications skills and ability to perform the job without preference or consideration of factors unrelated to job performance.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer Aretum complies with all applicable federal state and local employment laws.

We are proud to support our nations veterans and military families providing career opportunities that honor their service and experience.

If you require reasonable accommodation during the hiring process due to a disability please contact for assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

U.S. Work Authorization

Applicants must be U.S. citizens or currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. This position supports a federal government contract and requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability Determination depending on the agencys background investigation requirements. Sponsorship is not available.

• Health Care Plan (Medical Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off
• Family Leave (Maternity Paternity)
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Training & Development

Required Experience:

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