Senior Strategic IT Portfolio Manager

Intel•Hillsboro, OR

1d•$188,330 - $265,870•Hybrid

About The Position

Intel's Global IT organization is seeking an experienced Senior Strategic IT Portfolio Manager to lead portfolio planning, prioritization, governance, and execution across a diverse portfolio of technology initiatives. The role serves as a trusted advisor to business and technology leaders, driving investment decisions, optimizing resource allocation, and ensuring technology programs deliver measurable business value. The manager will establish portfolio governance processes, provide executive-level insights into portfolio performance, and influence strategic decisions that support Intel's technology transformation objectives. As part of the Enterprise and Technology Transformation Business Operations group, the role partners with technology, finance, and business stakeholders to drive portfolio optimization, strategic planning, governance excellence, and business outcomes across enterprise-wide IT investments. It requires strong analytical capabilities, business acumen, stakeholder management skills, and the ability to operate effectively in a highly matrixed environment. This position is an experienced hire and is eligible for Intel's hybrid work model, splitting time between an assigned Intel site and off-site. It is not eligible for Intel immigration sponsorship. The stated annual salary range for US locations is $188,330–$265,870, with pay determined by work location and job-related factors. Intel offers competitive pay, stock bonuses, and health, retirement, and vacation benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
At least 7 years of experience in portfolio management, financial management, strategic planning, or business operations.
Experience with portfolio management software and tools, including the ability to analyze data and present actionable insights.
Experience with budgeting, resource allocation, and risk management principles.
The position is not eligible for Intel immigration sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in a relevant field with at least 5 years of experience, or a PhD with at least 3 years of experience.
Experience in technology-driven environments or supporting IT initiatives.
Track record of implementing prioritization frameworks and optimization techniques.
Certification in portfolio management, such as PfMP or an equivalent program.
Experience with Intel tools and systems.

Responsibilities

Build predictive resource, financial, and timeline models to simulate the impact of strategy changes, budget shifts, or project delays.
Manage intake, evaluation, and prioritization of IT initiatives to ensure alignment with corporate goals.
Analyze resource utilization and demand across the portfolio to optimize allocation and flag constraints.
Track and mitigate cross-project dependencies, critical path items, and portfolio-level risks.
Monitor and report on the health, milestones, budget performance, and value delivery of active IT projects.
Establish portfolio governance processes and provide executive-level insights into portfolio performance.
Drive investment decisions, resource allocation optimization, and strategic decisions supporting Intel's technology transformation objectives.
Partner with technology, finance, and business stakeholders on portfolio optimization, strategic planning, governance, and business outcomes.