Our client is seeking a Project Manager with strong IAM implementation experience for a one year contract. This contract will be a hybrid role with 3 days in the client's downtown Manhattan office and 2 remote. The experienced project manager will deploy a privileged access management (PAM) solution to reduce the security risks associated with password-only access, unauthorized access, and compromised credentials; create more reliable information systems, and increase resiliency. ● Work directly with vendors, technical staff, and agencies to ensure project success; coordinate with internal stakeholders across the agency to facilitate communication to agencies, adoption, and project ramp up, reporting and roll outs. ● Manage multi-function team coordination, opportunity screening, proposal development, cost/benefit analysis, vendor selection, schedule and budget oversight, contactor/vendor management, issue resolution, and project close out. ● Develop approved project proposals and assist in the development of project charters, cost estimates, and other project related artifacts; facilitate business case analysis. ● Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule, and resources; and develop and maintain a division level project delivery schedule with well-documented materials, Gantt chart and other executive briefing materials; perform related duties as required. MANDATORY SKILLS ● At least 4 years of experience in project management. ● Demonstrated experience in managing Agile and Waterfall projects. ● Demonstrated experience in managing Identity Management projects. ● Bachelor's degree. ● PMP or equivalent certification. DESIRABLE SKILLS ● Knowledge of complex network architecture, hosting strategies ● Understanding of authentication integration in Windows and Linux environments ● Knowledge of NIST framework related to Identity & Access Management ● Excellent written and verbal communication skills. ● Ability to manage multiple, high intensity projects simultaneously. ● Strong knowledge of various project management tools