What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Program Manager position at Insight Global?
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Program Manager to lead our IT Application Rationalization Program on a contractual basis. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the assessment, consolidation, and optimization of the states application portfolio. This role involves collaborating with IT and business stakeholders to reduce redundancy, lower costs, and improve operational efficiency by identifying opportunities for application consolidation, retirement, modernization and / or contract restructuring. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and technical expertise.
Key Responsibilities :
o Program Leadership :
o Develop and manage the roadmap for the IT Application Rationalization Program.
o Define program objectives, scope, deliverables, and success metrics in collaboration with key stakeholders.
o Lead cross-functional teams to ensure project milestones are achieved on time and within budget.
Stakeholder Management :
o Partner with business and IT leaders to understand organizational goals and application usage.
o Facilitate workshops and meetings with stakeholders to gather requirements and insights
o Provide regular program updates to executive leadership, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
Application Portfolio Analysis :
o Oversee the inventory and assessment of the current application portfolio, evaluating functionality, usage, and costs (i.e. business / technical fit assessments).
o Identify redundant, outdated, or underutilized applications and recommend decommissioning or consolidation strategies.
o Collaborate with IT teams to prioritize applications for modernization or replacement.
Risk and Issue Management :
o Proactively identify and address risks, issues, and dependencies affecting the program.
o Develop mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions.
Reporting and Metrics :
o Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of the rationalization program.
o Create detailed status reports, dashboards, and presentations for stakeholders.
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and / or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com .
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Skills and Requirements
o Minimum of 5 years of experience in program or project management, with at least 3 years leading IT application rationalization initiatives or similar projects.
o Proven experience managing large-scale IT transformation or modernization programs
o Strong understanding of IT systems, application lifecycle management, and enterprise architecture.
o Familiarity with tools and methodologies for application assessment, portfolio management, and rationalization.
o Proficient in project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Jira, or equivalent). o State, Local, or Federal government experience null
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and / or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.
