IAM Technical Project Manager

American Express Global Business Travel; New York (NY); On-site; USD 88,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel perks

Learning & development access

Inclusion Groups

Job summary

Amex GBT is seeking a senior Project Manager with a strong Identity and Access Management (IAM) background to drive complex initiatives from scope definition through delivery. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage budgets and timelines, and communicate with clients and stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes.

The role emphasizes governance, risk management, and continuous improvement, with opportunities to attend conferences and advance leadership skills within a global travel

Qualifications

• 8+ years of project management experience.
• 5+ years experience in Identity and Access Management project management.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate internal resources and third parties for flawless execution of projects.
• Ensure projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget.
• Define project scope and objectives with stakeholders and ensure technical feasibility.
• Develop detailed project plans and monitor progress.
• Manage changes to scope, schedule and costs with appropriate verification techniques.
• Measure project performance and report to management as needed.
• Maintain client and stakeholder relationships and manage risk.

Skills

Project management

IAM/Cyber security

Client-facing communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PMP certification

PRINCE II

Job description

Amex GBT is a place where colleagues find inspiration in travel as a force for good and - through their work - can make an impact on our industry. We're here to help our colleagues achieve success and offer an inclusive and collaborative culture where your voice is valued.

What You'll Do

• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
• Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
• Ensure resource availability and allocation
• Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress
• Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule and project costs using appropriate verification techniques
• Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques
• Report and elevate to management as needed
• Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders
• Perform risk management to minimize project risks
• Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
• Track project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short and long-term goals
• Meet budgetary objectives and make adjustments to project constraints based on financial analysis
• Develop comprehensive project plans to be shared with clients as well as other staff members
• Use and continually develop leadership skills
• Attend conferences and training as required to maintain proficiency
• Develop spreadsheets, diagrams and process maps to document needs

What We’re Looking For

• 8+ years project management experience
• 5+ years experience in Identity and Access Management Project Management
• Bachelor's Degree in appropriate field of study or equivalent work experience
• Proven working experience in project management
• Proven working experience in IAM, Cyber Security
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills
• Project Management Professional (PMP) / PRINCE II certification is a plus

Location

United States

The US national base salary range for this position is from $88,200.00 - $163,800.00

The national range provided includes the base salary that Amex GBT expects to pay for the role. Actual base salary will be based on factors including the scope and complexity of the role and the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and work location.

In addition to base salary, the anticipated range of which is posted above, this role is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, which rewards participants based on company and individual performance.

Benefits at a glance

The #TeamGBT Experience

• Flexible benefits are tailored to each country and start the day you do. These include health and welfare insurance plans, retirement programs, parental leave, adoption assistance, and wellbeing resources to support you and your immediate family.
• Travel perks: get a choice of deals each week from major travel providers on everything from flights to hotels to cruises and car rentals.
• Develop the skills you want when the time is right for you, with access to over 20,000 courses on our learning platform, leadership courses, and new job openings available to internal candidates first.
• We strive to champion Inclusion in every aspect of our business at Amex GBT. You can connect with colleagues through our global INclusion Groups, centered around common identities or initiatives, to discuss challenges, obstacles, achievements, and drive company awareness and action.
• And much more!

All applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, gender (and characteristics related to sex and gender), pregnancy (and related medical conditions), race, color, citizenship, religion, disability, or any other class or characteristic protected by law.

Furthermore, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the hiring process. For details regarding how we protect your data, please consult the Amex GBT Recruitment Privacy Statement.

What if I don't meet every requirement? If you're passionate about our mission and believe you'd be a phenomenal addition to our team, don't worry about "checking every box;" please apply anyway. You may be exactly the person we're looking for!