Job ID: JOB_ID_5619
Job Summary:
Amtrak is seeking a Senior Technical Infrastructure Project Manager to lead end-to-end execution of complex, high-availability technology programs, focusing on critical network infrastructure, optical transport, and data center connectivity. This role requires PMP certification, the ability to maintain 100% uptime during hardware deployments, and navigation of rigorous change management protocols within a mission-critical enterprise environment. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between complex engineering requirements and executive-level delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the execution of large-scale network infrastructure projects, including IP routing/switching, optical turnups, and data center integration.
- Translate complex network engineering specifications into actionable project plans, milestones, and technical deliverables.
- Proactively identify technical blockers and hardware delivery risks, implementing mitigation strategies to ensure zero-impact deployments and system stability.
- Perform rigorous budget forecasting, resource allocation, and schedule re-baselining to keep projects within scope and under budget.
- Coordinate seamlessly between network architects, system engineers, and external vendors for site surveys and hardware installations.
- Ensure strict adherence to DT change management, configuration management, and network security protocols (ITIL/SDN).
- Manage and publish high-level technical status reports, tracking KPIs, action item logs, and executive-level project health summaries.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Network Security, or a related technical field.
- 10+ years of hands-on technical program/project management experience, specifically within infrastructure or network engineering environments.
- PMP Certification is required.
- Expert proficiency in Agile methodologies and the ability to apply them to hardware-heavy infrastructure projects.
- Demonstrated ability to influence and lead a diverse group of network architects and subject matter experts.
- Power-user of project management and visualization tools including Jira, MS Project, ServiceNow, and Visio.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with a proven track record of explaining technical “blockers” to non-technical executive stakeholders.
Preferred Skills & Requirements:
- ITIL v4, Scrum Master (CSM), or Product Owner certifications.
- Familiarity with SDN, cloud integration, firewall configurations, and network monitoring tools.
- Prior experience in the transportation or rail industry is a significant plus.
- Location/Travel: Based in the DC/Northeast Corridor with a willingness to travel up to 25% for site-specific requirements.
Special Requirements
No H1B. Location: Washington, DC. Travel: Up to 25%. Domain: Transportation/rail industry experience is a plus. Screening steps: Not specified. Interview modes: Not specified.
Compensation & Location
Salary: $70 – $90 per year
Location: Washington, DC
Recruiter / Company – Contact Information
Email: yan.kumar@techadox.com
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