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Job TypeFull-time
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Description
- Develop and execute cross-functional program plans
- Develop risk mitigation strategies, tactics, and implement risk mitigation plans
- Develop and improve templates, standards, and best practices for the PMO
Our client is looking for a full-time* Senior Program Manager.*
This is a direct hire/full-time/fully remote position on the East Coast.
Salary based on experience; up to $175k
The Senior Program Manager position will lead and deliver desired capabilities for complex and strategic development initiatives spanning multiple domains in our client's organization. You will be a leader and a key change agent for continuing to drive the maturity of the program and project execution. The Senior Program Manager will ensure that our client leverages Agile processes and methods in the execution of these strategic initiatives. The candidate will coach project managers in best practices and may manage a small team of individuals who are managing individual projects.
Our client makes the connected world a safer place for people, businesses, and governments through their core competencies of collaboration and innovation. they are a community-driven nonprofit responsible for industry-leading best practices for securing IT systems and data. They lead a global community of IT professionals to continuously evolve these standards and provide products and services to proactively safeguard against emerging threats.
What You'll Do
Management & Leadership
- Develop and execute cross-functional program plans and successfully deliver the expected business results for one or more strategic programs or initiatives.
- Work with product managers, program executive sponsors, and targeted customers of a program to acquire a detailed understanding of the required business results.
- Manage programs according to program baselines and plans that define schedules, funding, staffing, risks, and management approach to achieve program/project business results.
- Responsible and accountable for the critical development aspects of a program including scope, schedule, cost, risk, quality, and cross-functional communication.
- Assess and identify risks that might jeopardize successful achievement of a program, develop risk mitigation strategies, tactics, and implement risk mitigation plans.
- Manage programs and execution utilizing Agile best practices and continue to mature the use and adoption of Agile.
- Provide coaching to project managers to continuously develop best-in-class program/project management and execution skills
- Identify training and development needs for program and project management staff.
- Develop and improve templates, standards, and best practices for the PMO, and maintain comprehensive program documentation.
- Manage internal resources, contractors, consultants, and other key program resources, for the effective execution of complex projects and programs.
- Participate in the RFI/RFP, supplier selection, and contract negotiation where applicable.
What You'll Need
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering/science/business or a related field
- 15+ years’ experience and track record in direct, program, and project management
- 7+ years’ leadership experience in program/project management functions spanning companywide technology and complex Information Technology programs/projects.
- 2-4 years demonstrated track record and understanding of Agile including the ability to execute projects, acting as
- Scrum Master/Lead or an equivalent role.
- Proven capabilities in developing strong program/project management teams
- Demonstrated experience in developing and managing budgets, doing financial projections, and tracking and assessing program costs.
- Experience in strategic planning, risk management, and change management
- Excellent stakeholder and internal communication skills
- Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
It's a Plus if you have:
- Masters Preferred
- Project Management experience in the Cybersecurity field
- Project Management Certifications: 3+ related certifications or equivalent additional experience/education
- Experience in enterprise planning (ERP/Financials) implementations is a plus
- Strong communication, presentation, and cross-functional alignment skills.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.
Job Type: Full-time
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