IT Project Manager - CyberSecurity

nelnet; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical

dental

vision

401K/student loan repayment

tuition reimbursement

wellness program

life insurance

AD&D insurance

employee assistance program

Job summary

Nelnet is seeking a project manager in Lincoln, NE to lead one or more IT project teams, coordinate plans, and manage budgets. This role requires successful collaboration with stakeholders and client departments to ensure on-time delivery and quality.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; security clearance is required for this position. The role offers a hybrid schedule with in-office presence three days per week and remote work within 30 miles of an office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Science or related field.
• PMI certification preferred.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in IT projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead one or more project teams to meet objectives.
• Develop and manage project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Coordinate requirements gathering and testing with clients.

Skills

Project leadership

Stakeholder communications

Budgeting & resource mgmt

Security clearance process knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Science

PMI certification

Tools

SharePoint

MS Project

TFS

MS CRM

Job description

Nelnet is a diversified and innovative company committed to enriching lives through the power of service as a student loan servicer, professional services company, consumer loan originator and servicer, payments processor, renewable energy solutions, and K-12 and higher education expert. For over 40 years, Nelnet has been serving its customers, associates, and communities.

The perks of working at Nelnet go beyond our benefits package. When you join the Nelnet team, you're part of a community invested in the success of each individual. That support comes through in our work, as we are united by our mission of creating opportunities for people where they live, learn, and work.

Manages, directs, and plans complex project(s) consisting of one or more project teams. Responsible for coordinating, scheduling, and assigning project tasks, team building and leadership, and developing and maintaining positive working relationships with clients in functional areas outside of IT as well as external customers. Applies project development methodologies and reporting techniques to indicate project status.

This position requires work in support of the Company's contract with the United States Department of Education ('ED'). As such, the United States Government requires that any applicant for this position must complete United States Government security clearance. Effective June 1, 2018, ED has informed Nelnet that security clearance applications for foreign nationals are not being accepted or processed. In light of this direction from ED, Nelnet will be unable to hire applicants without United States citizenship for such positions. This position offers a hybrid work option. Nelnet values flexibility and understands the importance of work-life integration. Our hybrid work environment allows associates Living within 30 miles of an office location to work remotely for part of the week, while also fostering collaboration and team connection through in-office presence three days per week.

Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. To be considered, candidates must already be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manages and directs one or more project teams to meet project objectives.
• Reviews, evaluates, and formulates project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Oversees requirements solicitation and definition for the projects.
• Manages staff and budget resources required to meet changing corporate needs.
• Understanding, and persuades others when appropriate.
• Identifies and negotiates schedules, milestones, and resources required to meet project objectives.
• Leads problem resolution and decision making through facilitation and troubleshooting.
• Organizes and guides project operations through the use of industry-accepted methodologies.
• Evaluates progress and reports progress in terms of quality and performance metrics common to IT projects.
• Works with client departments to coordinate systems testing, installation, training, and support.

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in Information Science or related field and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.

PMI certification preferred.

EXPERIENCE

• Experience in leading teams of developers, analysts, architects and engineers preferably in a matrix organization.

Expert level experience working with data in Excel, and MS Project.

Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance is required.

COMPETENCIES - SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES

• Ability to manage projects from inception to successful post-implementation.
• Demonstrated competency in developing effective solutions to successfully resolve diverse and complex business problems.
• Strong analytical, communications, technical teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
• Must be proficient in SharePoint and preferably experience with TFS, MS CRM, Access, or other database utilities and other Microsoft technologies.

Compensation range for this role is $100,000-$150,000 annually, depending on experience.

Our benefits package includes

• medical
• dental
• vision
• HSA and FSA
• generous earned time off
• 401K/student loan repayment
• life insurance & AD&D insurance
• employee assistance program
• employee stock purchase program
• tuition reimbursement
• performance-based incentive pay
• short- and long-term disability
• and a robust wellness program.

Nelnet is committed to providing a welcoming and respectful workplace where all associates have the opportunity to succeed. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any oth