Program Manager(1481)

Position Title: Program Manager Experience Level 2 (5-10 years) Work Location : 23 Main Street. White Plains, NY 10601(Hybrid schedule required ;minimum 3 days on-site)Duration of Assignment : 12 month(s) NYPA Business Unit Information Technology & Cyber SecurityWork Schedule: Monday through Friday. 7.5-hour workday with .5-hour unpaid lunch. Paid for actual time worked; there are no paid vacation or sick days. During NYPA and Canals holidays, the business is closed, and no work is permitted. NYPA requires a hybrid schedule of a minimum of 3 days on-site, up to including fully on-site depending on department requirements.

Project Overview:

• We are in search of a seasoned Cyber Program Manager to lead and oversee IT initiatives within our cybersecurity program.
• The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in IT project management, cybersecurity technologies, cloud platforms, and governance frameworks.
• This role involves ensuring the seamless execution of projects by coordinating cross-functional teams, managing timelines, budgets, and resources, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Job Functions & Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage projects, ensuring alignment with business and IT objectives and strategic goals.
• Define program and project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop and manage detailed program and project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements and design solutions.
• Lead and manage IT projects, ensuring alignment with both business and IT objectives and strategic goals.
• Define the scope, objectives, and deliverables of programs and projects in collaboration with senior management and key stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
• Engage with stakeholders and work with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and design optimal solutions, provide updates, and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
• Ensure seamless integration of cybersecurity measures, data protection protocols, and other critical components.
• Monitor project progress and address any issues or risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage the RFP process, including issuing bids, evaluating proposals, and selecting the most suitable solutions.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal teams to build, test, and implement project deliverables.
• Communicate project status, risks, and issues to senior management and stakeholders.
• Lead and mentor project teams, offering guidance and support to ensure successful project execution.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance team environment.
• Oversee and manage project budgets, ensuring they align with program requirements.
• Monitor and control project expenditures to stay within budget constraints.
• Identify and manage project risks, developing strategies to mitigate potential challenges.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Promote continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for process enhancements and implementing best practices.
• Ensure the seamless integration of AI models, data platforms, and other necessary components.
• Monitor progress and manage any issues or risks that arise during the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate the RFP process, including going out to bid, evaluating proposals, and selecting the best solution.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal teams to build, test, and implement the projects.
• Support the establishment of an AI Center of Excellence (CoE) to drive AI strategy, standards, and best practices.
• Engage with key stakeholders to gather requirements, provide updates, and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
• Communicate program status, risks, and issues to senior management and other stakeholders.
• Lead and mentor project teams, providing guidance and support to ensure successful project execution.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Develop and manage program budgets, ensuring efficient use of resources.
• Monitor and control project expenditures to stay within budget.
• Identify and manage program risks, developing mitigation strategies to address potential challenges.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for process enhancements and implementing best practices.

Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• PMP, PgMP, or similar project/program management certification.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in IT project/program management, with a focus on AI and cloud platforms.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; a Master's degree is preferred.
• PMP, PgMP, or equivalent project/program management certification.
• 8-10 years of experience in IT project/program management, with a focus on cybersecurity and cloud platforms.
• Proficiency in cybersecurity technologies, including threat detection, vulnerability management, and incident response.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Knowledge of Azure and AI technologies, including large language models and modern data platforms.
• Experience with AI governance frameworks and AI Centers of Excellence.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
• Certification in project management (e.g., PMP) is preferred.
• Industry certifications relevant to cybersecurity, data protection, and other related fields are advantageous. #CareerBuilder #Monster #Dice #Indeed #LinkedIn