COMPANY SUMMARY

Arlo Solutions (Arlo) is an information technology consulting services company that specializes in delivering technology solutions. Our reputation reflects the high quality of the talented Arlo Solutions team and the consultants working in partnership with our customers. Our mission is to understand and meet the needs of both our customers and consultants by delivering quality, value-added solutions. Our solutions are designed and managed to not only reduce costs, but to improve business processes, accelerate response time, improve services to end-users, and give our customers a competitive edge, now and into the future.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) to lead and support initiatives that ensure the delivery of high-quality products, services, and documentation across the organization. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of quality frameworks, auditing practices, and continuous improvement methodologies. They should be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of driving compliance with internal standards and client requirements. This role requires someone who can influence across teams, identify gaps, and execute process improvements in a fast-paced environment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDING CERTIFICATES:

• Bachelor’s degree in project management, Quality Assurance, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of project management experience with a strong emphasis on quality control and assurance.
• Hands-on experience developing and implementing QA/QC processes, tools, and metrics.
• Familiarity with quality standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 27001, CMMI, or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Strong understanding of risk management, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) processes.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Must be a strong negotiator, able to influence outcomes, resolve conflicts, and build consensus among stakeholders.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred.
• Quality-related certifications such as ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Quality Manager (CQM), or Lean Six Sigma are highly desirable.
• Experience working in a government contracting or regulated industry is a plus.
• Experience conducting internal audits, gap assessments, and supporting external certification efforts.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Familiarity with government contracting environments and related regulatory standards (e.g., DFARS, NIST) is an advantage.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred.

• Lead and manage quality-focused projects, ensuring deliverables meet defined quality standards and client expectations.
• Develop and maintain QA/QC plans, procedures, templates, and checklists for use across teams and projects.
• Coordinate peer reviews, quality inspections, audits, and assessments for work products, deliverables, and processes.
• Analyze quality metrics and trends to identify areas for process optimization and performance improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., operations, technical, compliance, and communications) to embed quality practices in all phases of the project lifecycle.
• Track and report on quality control activities, issues, and resolutions.
• Maintain documentation and records in support of audits, certifications, and compliance standards.
• Provide training and mentoring on quality standards, policies, and tools as needed.
• Serve as a liaison between project teams and quality stakeholders to resolve quality-related issues and support successful outcomes.
• Lead, plan, and coordinate all phases of compliance or IT projects such as CMMC/ISO and other relevant frameworks.
• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and deliverables to support certification and audit readiness.
• Facilitate internal assessments and gap analyses to identify risks, areas of improvement, and necessary corrective actions.
• Partner with IT, security, HR, third-party vendors, and operations teams to gather documentation, implement controls, and ensure ongoing compliance.
• Prepare and maintain audit documentation, process workflows, policies, and training materials.
• Coordinate with external auditors, assessors, and consultants as needed.
• Track project metrics and report progress regularly to leadership and stakeholders.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, process discipline, and risk awareness throughout the organization.
• Work closely with third-party vendors, suppliers, and partners to ensure compliance with contractual quality requirements and alignment with internal standards.