Cloud Migration & Data Center Transformation PM

AHEAD; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Paid parental and caregiver leave

Job summary

AHEAD is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead cloud migration, transformation, and data center consolidation projects in Chicago. You will drive end-to-end initiatives across IT, operations, and business units, ensuring alignment with objectives and on-time delivery.

Ideal candidates have a strong track record managing large IT programs, expertise in AWS/Azure/GCP, and certification such as PMP. This role offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Proven experience as a Program Manager focusing on cloud migrations, transformation, and data center consolidations.
• Strong understanding of cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP) and data center operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end cloud migration projects, ensuring timely and successful delivery.
• Oversee data center consolidation and migration initiatives with minimal downtime.
• Develop transformation strategies to optimize IT infrastructure and efficiency.
• Collaborate with IT, operations, and business units to align goals with objectives.
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and resources within scope and budget.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to cloud migrations and data center consolidations.
• Provide regular updates to senior management and stakeholders.

Skills

Cloud migrations

Program management

Leadership & communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT or related field

Job description

AHEAD is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead cloud migration, transformation, and data center consolidation projects in Chicago. You will drive end-to-end initiatives across IT, operations, and business units, ensuring alignment with objectives and on-time delivery.

Ideal candidates have a strong track record managing large IT programs, expertise in AWS/Azure/GCP, and certification such as PMP. This role offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.