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The Senior Project Manager will manage large and/or critical projects throughout all stages of the project lifecycle from initiation through closure. This position leads and directs high-priority projects, which often require considerable resources and high levels of functional integration. Responsibilities include execution of standard project deliverables, as required, including: charters / scope documents, resource plans, work breakdown structures, project schedules, communication plans, meeting minutes and status reports. This individual will also be accountable in the development of process deliverables such as templates, process flows and review procedures. The Senior Project Manager ensures that projects are completed that meet desired scope, quality, budget, and schedule. Our preference is for this individual to be located within 50 miles of our Corporate Offices in either Mendota Heights, MN or Loveland, CO. This is a Hybrid position and in-person attendance is expected to foster collaboration, innovation, and team connection. Essential Functions Leadership/Strategy: Mentors other project managers and project coordinators to provide professional growth and ensure successful project delivery. Remains current with Project Management Best Practices and Methodologies to ensure company is effective and efficient with utilizing and deploying industry standard practices. Creates, modifies, and trains other Project Management team members on methodology processes and procedures. Operational: Create and update detailed project plans that outline specific tasks that need to be accomplished to ensure successfully deployed initiatives. Assign tasks and manage their progress to completion, documenting significant variations from originally estimated costs. Follow established project methodology when creating project plans and implementing solutions. Where required, negotiate with other department managers for the acquisition of required personnel. Manage the successful release of software throughout the project lifecycle. Provide leadership and support by working with project sponsors and workgroups to analyze information, document critical processes, and identify improvement opportunities. Senior Project Manager works with various departments in the creation and approval of Statements of Work and other required documents. Identify areas of risk, escalate as appropriate, developing risk mitigation strategies and implement mitigation actions for the risks identified. Conduct project post mortems and create a recommendations report (lessons learned) in order to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements. - Partner with business customers, 3rd party vendors (participate in RFI/RFP process, vendor selection) and Patterson staff to develop discipline and corrective actions plans for issues that arise during projects. Communication: Effectively communicates the progress of project activities to appropriate personnel to insure their awareness of the activities, the degree of resource investment, and to assure that the project / activities continue to meet operation goals. Ability to work and communicate executive level project summaries either write or in stand-up presentations Communicate clearly on the factual status of project progress, issues, timelines and implementation metrics. Identify areas of risk, escalate as appropriate, developing risk mitigation strategies and implement mitigation actions for the risks identified. Conduct project post mortems and create a recommendations report (lessons learned) in order to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements. Budget Budget for projects by leading and gathering cost estimates from internal and external vendors for software, hardware and labor required to implement each project. Recommends process improvements to processes that result in more efficient, cost saving procedures for future projects. Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Sciences, Mathematics, Engineering, Business, or area of functional responsibility preferred, or a combination of equivalent education and experience. At least 8 years of Project Management experience. Experience using project management tools and methodologies, and a proven ability to develop successful collaborative working relationships with a variety of industries. Ability to effectively communicate with business leaders and collaborate with cross-department representatives. Ability to manage projects of any type (IT and non-IT) and projects with International components. Proven success managing large projects (12-18 months in duration) with multiple cross-department ties (IT and business). Ability to successfully manage multiple projects, conflicting priorities and schedules simultaneously, meeting all deadlines. Strong customer service skills, sense of urgency responding to internal and external customers. - Attention to detail producing high quality work products. Ability to take direction from several individuals and be self-directed. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong positive problem-solving and decision-making skills. Demonstrate best practices in professional relationships. Ability to exercise independent judgment and critical thinking. Travel domestically and internationally up to 0-10% if required for project success. Preferred Qualifications PMP Certification Active in the PM Community; locally and nationally (PMI, local PM think tanks, etc). Experience mentoring Project Managers The potential compensation range for this role is below. $100,000 - $145,000 The potential compensation range for this role is below. The final offer amount would be based on various factors such as candidate location (geographical labor market), experience, and skills. $94,100.00 - $117,700.00  

This role supports the Comply-to-Connect (C2C) mission by engineering and sustaining secure network infrastructures across classified and unclassified environments. You will work alongside cyber experts to develop solutions that enhance network compliance and security posture across DoD systems. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Engineer, design, implement, integrate, and sustain Comply-to-Connect (C2C) deployment support to migrate, deploy, improve, and maintain C2C services Manage and maintain appliances, applications, servers, and supporting infrastructure in both classified and unclassified environments Coordinate with the network service provider to develop and maintain network architecture diagrams Evaluate and recommend changes and/or technology upgrades to address performance, standardization, and industry best practices Monitor and investigate C2C performance and faults and recommend improvements Interact with other team members and customers at multiple levels to gather, supply, or coordinate information Support Assessment and Authorization activities related to cybersecurity technologies, where applicable Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of additional cyber experience in lieu of degree 7+ years of cyber experience Experience with technologies involved in large-scale enterprise network deployments and data centers Experience deploying and/or supporting enterprise security software products such as firewalls, IPS, anti-virus solutions, application firewalls, high availability solutions, network management systems, and virtual systems Knowledge of Windows and Linux systems, general operating system security practices, TCP/IP networking, 802.1x, and network security concepts IAT Level II certification (GSEC, Security+, SSCP, or CCNA-Security) or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire Preferred Qualifications: Experience implementing and using complex software products involving multiple integrated components Real-time, enterprise-level C2C expertise including vendor-agnostic services, open-source trends, and proficiency in DoD integration, engineering, and sustainment processes Experience with Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) Experience with tools such as Nmap, Nessus, and tcpdump Clearance Requirements: Must have a current/active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph Physical Requirements: The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers via email, phone, and/or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations

Job Summary The IT Administrator is responsible for managing, maintaining, and supporting Q Center’s technology infrastructure to ensure secure, reliable, and efficient operations. This role oversees networks, servers, systems, and user devices while ensuring compliance with IT policies and security standards. The IT Administrator also monitors system performance, troubleshoots issues, coordinates technology upgrades, and implements solutions that enhance productivity and protect company data.This position is on-site, with a schedule that may include evenings and weekends, generally a 45 hour workweek from 7:00am - 4:30pm.Starting rate for this position is $70,000/year. Benefits Paid time off 401(K) with employer match Holiday Pay Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Wellness Credits Employee Assistance Program Basic Life, AD&D Disability Benefits Employee Meals Education & Experience: Bachelor's Degree: Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, MIS, or related field required. Advanced understanding of the Microsoft Technology Stack: Exchange/email, M365, Active Directory/Entra, VMWare (vSphere), Intune, Teams, SharePoint, Defender and Group Policy management Experience with Cisco Routers, SonicWall Firewalls, and Cisco Switching components/infrastructure. Experience with configuring and troubleshooting wireless infrastructures, including access points and controllers. Knowledge of operating systems, enterprise backup / recovery procedures, and system performance-monitoring tools. Physical requirements: Associate must, at all times, be attentive, friendly, helpful, and courteous to all guests and fellow associates. Maintain a professional working relationship and promote open lines of communication with managers, associates, and other departments. Maximize financial performance while upholding quality standards and maximizing levels of associate and guest satisfaction. Define and implement department objectives and standard operating procedures. Maintain Q Center Standard Operating Procedures regarding Purchase Orders in Birchstreet. Conduct departmental training, departmental meetings developing associate morale and skills. Ensure training and compliance of all associates on Standard Operating Procedures, Q Center policies, technical tasks and risk management is achieved. Operate all aspects of the department computer system, including software maintenance, report generation and analysis, and simple programming. Keep immediate supervisor fully informed of all problems or matters requiring their attention. Respond to all associate and guest requests, problems, complaints and/or accidents presented through various channels, in an attentive, courteous, and efficient manner; follow up to ensure guest and associate satisfaction. Maintain a clean, organized work area and manage all necessary department supplies. Ensure overall associate and guest satisfaction and safety is achieved. Perform other related duties as assigned. Maintain servers, networks, operating systems, and hardware devices. Perform system updates, backups, and routine maintenance. Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network issues. Assist users with technical problems and access requests. Create, manage, and secure user accounts, permissions, and roles. Enforce access control and authentication policies. Monitor systems for security threats. Implement security tools, patches, and policies. Support backup and disaster recovery processes. Track uptime, performance, and resource usage. Identify and resolve bottlenecks or failures. Maintain inventory of hardware and software. Handle software installations, licensing, and updates. Assist with technology upgrades, migrations, and new system implementations. Recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and reliability.