Azure Cloud Migration Program Manager

Compunnel, Inc.; Pomona (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology consulting firm is seeking an experienced Program Manager to support a major datacenter-to-Azure migration initiative. The role involves leading program planning and coordinating activities with multiple vendors while providing structured reporting to senior leadership. Candidates should possess over 10 years of experience in managing large IT projects, strong leadership, and communication skills, as well as proficiency in project management tools like MS Project and Excel.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as a Program Manager handling large-scale IT initiatives.
• Excellent communication skills for executive-level reporting and presentations.
• Proficiency in MS Project, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of both Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Experience with Azure; familiarity with Azure DevOps is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead program and project planning for the datacenter-to-Azure migration initiative.
• Manage multiple workstreams and coordinate activities with vendor partners.
• Collaborate closely with executive leadership, IT, and cross-functional operational teams.
• Oversee UAT/BFA processes and ensure timely completion of key milestones.
• Provide structured and clear reporting updates to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and drive issue resolution across sub-projects.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Vendor coordination

Risk management

Executive-level reporting

Project management

Education

PMP or equivalent certification

Tools

MS Project

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

This role supports a major datacenter-to‑Azure migration program involving multiple workstreams and a large‑scale modernization initiative. The Program Manager will lead planning, execution, vendor coordination, and executive‑level reporting. The position requires strong leadership, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to manage complex sub‑projects within a multi‑vendor environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead program and project planning for the datacenter-to‑Azure migration initiative.
• Manage multiple workstreams and coordinate activities with vendor partners.
• Collaborate closely with executive leadership, IT, and cross‑functional operational teams.
• Oversee UAT/BFA processes and ensure timely completion of key milestones.
• Provide structured and clear reporting updates to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and drive issue resolution across sub‑projects.

Required Skills

• 10+ years of experience as a Program Manager handling large‑scale IT initiatives.
• Excellent communication skills for executive‑level reporting and presentations.
• Proficiency in MS Project, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of both Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Experience with Azure; familiarity with Azure DevOps is a plus.
• PMP or equivalent certification strongly preferred.