Job description

The Gianforte School of Computing, housed in the Norm Asbjornson College of Engineering (NACOE), invites applications for a program manager position with primary responsibilities in coordinating multiple organizations across campuses, managing large budgets and staff, and reporting responsibilities to the federal government. The successful candidate will become an integral part of the Software Engineering Laboratory in the School of Computing. Specific duties will include developing monthly reports, participation in reporting meetings, and developing policies and rules for certification entities.

Because increasing the diversity of the computing profession is one of our strategic priorities, women and underrepresented minorities in computing are particularly encouraged to apply.

Duties and Responsibilities
Help with budget management including monthly allocation and progress throughout the project.
Management of progress of all tasks including creation of a Gantt chart for reporting purposes.
Creating monthly reports on the status of the project including financial status.
Quarterly reports along with any other report due.
Assist with paperwork associated with the project. This includes the creation of paperwork at creation as well as any updates or changes.
Maintain web presence and branding of Cybersecurity work.
Maintain records of all meeting discussions.
Communicate with team to ensure milestones are achieved in a timely manner.
Lead the process toward becoming a Center of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity and obtaining the CAE-CD designation.
Additional tasks as needed.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Intimate knowledge of sub-contracting with partner organizations and universities. This includes policies and forms as they relate to institutional F&A rates, accounting compliance and certifications.
Understanding of Knowledge Units (KUs) as they relate to CAE-CD and CAE-O NSA certification.
Introductory level knowledge of Computer Science as it relates to general topics around software engineering, cybersecurity, and AI
Ability to coordinate and manage multiple university projects.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
Experience with basic financial records and competence maintaining records.
Experience editing and managing web pages.
Demonstrated experience using personal computers and various software such as word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation, email and internet. Microsoft Office software preferred.

The Successful Candidate Will
Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills; communicate effectively with employees, students and the public, both in person and over the phone.
Establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers and other departments and staff across campus.
Work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
Leadership skills
Interpersonal skills
Decisiveness
Problem-solving skills
Time management skills
Familiarity with certification of Cybersecurity programs (i.e., NSA CAE CD, CAE-CO)
Ability to manage time effectively and efficiently managing competing technical priorities.

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Physical Demands
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

This position has supervisory duties? No
Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date Upon successful completion of search
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
Close Date

Applications will be:
Screening of applications will begin on or before August 26, 2022; however, applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.

Special Instructions
Diversity Statement

Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples. https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment/dualcareer.html.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile. https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment-guidelines/affirmative_action_plan.html.

MSU’s Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Website: https://www.montana.edu/policy/discrimination/index.html.

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