IT Program Manager

Job Brief - Mid Level Program Manager Type: Long-term Contract

Our client is seeking an experienced Program Manager with expertise in Applications, Infrastructure, and Security projects. This role requires strong project management skills and a proven track record of successfully delivering projects in these domains.

Responsibilities:

• Develop comprehensive project plans for application, infrastructure, and security projects at Boyd, covering all phases from discovery and planning to execution and reporting.
• Define project scope, milestones, goals, and deliverables in alignment with the established IT governance model.
• Create and manage project timelines, including activities, tasks, dependencies, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate and assemble the project team, including project owner and vendor-partner.
• Manage vendor-partner effort estimates, timelines, and deliverables.
• Utilize appropriate tools to track project deliverables.
• Identify, mitigate, and report project risks and issues (RAID Log management).
• Collaborate effectively with the program management office and program leadership.
• Monitor and provide accurate progress reports to all stakeholders.
• Present reports highlighting project progress, problems, and proposed solutions.
• Manage the project backlog and prioritization using project management tools.
• Coordinate project activities, meetings, and communication.
• Resolve conflicts and remove obstacles that impede progress.
• Facilitate effective implementation of changes.
• Ensure deliverables meet quality standards.
• Guide development teams and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Foster collaboration and effective communication within the project team and with stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Demonstrated experience in project management, specifically in Applications, Infrastructure, and Security projects.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering projects with responsibility for budget, scope, and schedule.
• Hands-on experience in managing project risk, cost, schedule, quality, testing, communications, procurement, and organizational change management.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies and best practices.
• Familiarity with project management tools and software.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to lead diverse teams of subject matter experts with varying levels of project experience.
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing project requirements and priorities.

Preferences:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP) or Agile methodologies.
• Experience in managing applications, infrastructure, and security projects in an enterprise environment.
• Familiarity with industry-standard security frameworks and practices.
• Knowledge of IT governance and compliance requirements.