Lead, Technical Program Manager Corporate IT

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5d•$126,887 - $166,127•Hybrid

About The Position

A Lead, Technical Project Manager for a Corporate IT team is responsible for planning, executing, and finalizing a diverse range of technical projects. This role requires a blend of technical knowledge and strong project management skills to lead initiatives from inception to completion.

Requirements

Proven experience as a technical project manager within a corporate IT setting.
Experience on projects involving Identity and Access Management (IAM) integrations, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), or infrastructure/networking.
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field like Information Technology or Computer Science.
Strong grasp of corporate IT infrastructure, including concepts like networking, servers, cloud services, and security protocols.
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to handle pressure and manage multiple projects at once.
Comfortable managing projects with shifting requirements and priorities.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Direct experience working in an Agile environment.
Proficient in using software/ticketing systems for project management, including intake and tracking.
Experience using a wiki to document project information, make announcements, and publicize IT projects.

Responsibilities

Oversee the full spectrum of IT initiatives by overseeing high-impact programs in identity and access management (IAM), mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and artificial intelligence (AI). This role involves leading diverse projects from end-to-end, including office expansions, application integrations, and complex infrastructure and networking upgrades.
Act as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, communicating progress, risks, and timelines effectively. Work with other functional groups (Security, Legal, etc.) to coordinate IT support.
Manage the IT aspects of M&A, including integrating IT systems, networks, and applications of newly acquired companies.
Define project scopes, create detailed project plans, manage resources, and track progress to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Define and implement a comprehensive IT project intake process to align new initiatives with strategic business objectives and manage the department's portfolio. Serve as the central point of contact for ad-hoc requests and inquiries, evaluating their scope and impact to either route them to the appropriate team or define them as a new project.
Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
Manage relationships with external vendors and contractors and oversee project budgets.
Provide technical guidance and support to project teams, ensuring solutions align with corporate IT standards and goals.
Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including technical requirements, project plans, and status reports.