Project Manager (Remote | Federal Health)
Remote (U.S.) | Full-Time | Federal Health Portfolio Active Secret clearance (required)
About the Role :
Rackner is hiring Project Managers to support a federal healthaligned mission portfolio. This role partners closely with engineering, operations, and mission stakeholders to ensure projects are well-planned, well-communicated, and delivered with consistency and clarity.
We are hiring across multiple levels (Junior, Journeyman, Senior, Expert). Candidates will be mapped based on experience, certifications, and scope readiness.
This position requires an active Secret clearance due to the nature of the work.
What You'll Do : (Level-appropriate responsibilities will be assigned during hiring.)
Junior (03 years)
- Assist with project planning, scheduling, and task tracking
- Support dependency management and cross-team coordination
- Maintain project documentation, dashboards, and reporting artifacts
- Track risks, issues, decisions, and action items; escalate as appropriate
- Assist with stakeholder communications and meeting facilitation
- Work reviewed and guided by more senior project staff
Journeyman (46 years)
Manage small to medium projects through full lifecycle phasesDevelop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource plansOversee project governance, integration points, and cross-workstream dependenciesFacilitate issue resolution, risk mitigation, and decision-makingDeliver regular status updates to leadership and stakeholdersContribute to project management standards, tools, and repeatable processesPMP or equivalent preferredSenior (710 years)
Lead major projects or multiple concurrent initiatives with organizational impactEstablish governance structures, performance metrics, and project controlsManage multi-million-dollar project budgets, timelines, and resource allocationsProvide strategic guidance to technical teams and program stakeholdersEnsure alignment between mission needs, technical delivery, and project objectivesMay supervise Junior and Journeyman project managersPMP required; Master's degree preferredExpert (10+ years)
Provide enterprise-level leadership across complex, mission-critical initiativesEstablish project management strategies, frameworks, and organizational best practicesDirect large-scale efforts end-to-end across multiple teams and stakeholdersGuide investment decisions, project prioritization, and long-term planningServe as primary interface with executive stakeholdersDrive continuous improvement, transformation efforts, and enterprise maturityPMP required; Master's degree preferredWhat You Bring :
Minimum Requirements (vary by level) :
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, IT, Project Management, or related fieldExperience supporting or leading technical or mission-driven projectsStrong communication, documentation, and organizational skillsAbility to collaborate with engineering, operations, and mission partnersActive Secret clearance (required)Nice-to-Have :
Master's degree preferred for Senior / Expert levelsPMP / CAPM preferred for Journeyman+; PMP required for Senior / ExpertExperience supporting federal health environments (e.g., HHS, VA, NIH, CDC, DHA equivalents)Experience with cloud, DevSecOps, cybersecurity, or agile deliveryExperience managing distributed project teams delivering digital modernization workAbout Rackner :
Rackner is a cloud-native software consultancy delivering solutions for startups, enterprises, and the public sector.We enable digital transformation through DevSecOps, AI / ML, platform engineering, data modernization, and cloud-first innovation.Our teams solve meaningful, high-impact challenges that strengthen mission readiness and advance public health outcomes. Join us to help shape the future of secure, scalable digital systems.Why You'll Love Working Here :
Weekly Pay & Full Remote FlexibilityProfessional Growth with paid certifications, upskilling pathways, and training supportComprehensive Benefits including 401(k) with 100% match up to 6%, PTO, medical / dental / vision, and life & disability insuranceHome Office Support through equipment reimbursementInclusive, supportive culture centered on collaboration and meaningful mission impactNext Steps :
If you're interested in contributing to high-impact health programs and supporting cross-functional project delivery, we'd love to hear from you.
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