Program Manager

COGENT Infotech; City of White Plains (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogent Infotech is seeking an experienced IT Program Manager to lead IT projects within our AI program in White Plains, NY. You will coordinate across teams, manage timelines, budgets, and resources to deliver AI-driven solutions aligned with business goals.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in IT project/program management, strong Azure and AI governance knowledge, and a proven ability to lead diverse, high-performing teams in a fast-paced environment. This is an onsite, contract role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field; Master’s preferred.
• PMP, PgMP or agile/project management certification.
• 8–10+ years in IT project/program management with AI/cloud focus.
• Knowledge of Azure and AI technologies including LLMs.
• Experience with AI governance and CoE initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and align IT projects with business and IT objectives.
• Define scope, goals, and deliverables with stakeholders.
• Develop detailed plans with timelines, milestones, and resources.
• Collaborate across teams to define requirements and designs.
• Manage AI model integration, data platforms, and components.
• Monitor progress, risks, and issues; manage budgets.
• Coordinate RFPs, vendor evaluation, and solution selection.
• Establish AI Center of Excellence and governance alignment.
• Report program status to senior management and stakeholders.
• Lead and mentor teams to ensure successful execution.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Azure

AI platforms

Data platforms

Job description

Location: White Plains, NY (3 days Onsite)

Duration: 12 months contract

About Cogent Infotech

At Cogent Infotech, we believe in creating opportunities that empower individuals and transform organizations. With over 23 years of excellence in consulting and talent solutions, we pride ourselves on building inclusive workplaces and driving innovation in everything we do. Our diverse teams bring unique perspectives to help deliver cutting-edge solutions to global clients across both public and private sectors.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced IT Program Manager to lead and manage IT projects in our AI program. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in IT project management, AI technologies, cloud platforms, and governance structures. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the successful delivery of projects and use cases in this program by coordinating across teams, managing timelines, budgets, and resources, and maintaining alignment with organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage projects, ensuring alignment with business and IT objectives and strategic goals.
• Define program and project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop and manage detailed program and project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements and design solutions.
• Ensure the seamless integration of AI models, data platforms, and other necessary components.
• Monitor progress and manage any issues or risks that arise during the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate the RFP process, including going out to bid, evaluating proposals, and selecting the best solution.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal teams to build, test, and implement the projects.
• Support the establishment of an AI Center of Excellence (CoE) to drive AI strategy, standards, and best practices.
• Engage with key stakeholders to gather requirements, provide updates, and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
• Communicate program status, risks, and issues to senior management and other stakeholders.
• Lead and mentor project teams, providing guidance and support to ensure successful project execution.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Develop and manage program budgets, ensuring efficient use of resources.
• Monitor and control project expenditures to stay within budget.
• Identify and manage program risks, developing mitigation strategies to address potential challenges.Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for process enhancements and implementing best practices.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• PMP, PgMP, agile or similar project/program management certification.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in IT project/program management, with a focus on AI and cloud platforms.
• Knowledge of Azure and AI technologies, including large language models and modern data platforms.
• Experience with AI governance frameworks and AI Centers of Excellence.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Equal Opportunity & Inclusion Statement

Cogent Infotech is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities, abilities, and experiences.

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