Project Manager, Enterprise Information Systems

Persistent Systems; Pinehurst (NC); On-site; USD 102,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan with match

Tuition assistance

Fitness membership reimbursement

Mental health benefits

Pet discounts

Job summary

Persistent Systems is seeking a Project Manager for Enterprise Information Systems to join our PMO, leading cross-functional teams to deliver enterprise system capabilities aligning with business objectives.

You will oversee ERP/CRM integrations, data governance, and application enhancements, applying Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies as needed. Strong communication and stakeholder management are essential, with travel up to 25% and eligibility for US security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, engineering, or related technical discipline.
• 2+ years of experience managing enterprise systems or IT projects.
• Familiarity with ERP, CRM, and enterprise data platforms.
• Experience with system integration, data management, or enterprise architecture initiatives.
• Proficiency with Jira, Confluence, MS Project, or similar.
• Strong understanding of Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid methodologies.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
• Ability to obtain United States Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise information system project initiatives from concept through deployment, ensuring alignment with strategy and compliance.
• Manage planning, execution, tracking, and delivery of system integration, data governance, and application enhancement projects.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including Engineering, IT, Cybersecurity, Operations, Product Management, and vendors.
• Drive Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid project management methodologies based on program needs.
• Maintain project documentation including charters, schedules, risk registers, budgets, and communications.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define system requirements and ensure solutions meet objectives.
• Support enterprise data architecture initiatives including data flow analysis, system mapping, and integration planning.
• Identify risks, dependencies, and mitigation strategies to maintain timelines and quality.
• Facilitate communication between technical teams and leadership with progress updates.
• Support compliance, security, and ATO documentation processes as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Agile methods

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information systems or related field

Tools

Jira

Confluence

MS Project

Power BI

Job description

Job Description & Responsibilities

Persistent Systems is seeking a Project Manager for Enterprise Information Systems to join our growing team. As a Project Manager, you will be a critical member of the Program Management Office (PMO), supporting enterprise-wide initiatives across information systems integration, data management, security, and operational efficiencies. This role requires strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills to manage cross-functional teams and ensure effective delivery of enterprise system capabilities that support business objectives.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise information system project initiatives from concept through deployment, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy and compliance requirements
• Manage planning, execution, tracking, and delivery of system integration, data governance, and application enhancement projects
• Demonstrates familiarity with ERP, CRM, and enterprise data platforms to ensure effective integration and alignment across organizational systems
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including Engineering, IT, Cybersecurity, Operations, Product Management, and external vendors
• Drive Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid project management methodologies based on program needs
• Maintain project documentation including charters, schedules, risk registers, budgets, and communications
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define system requirements and ensure solutions meet business and technical objectives
• Support enterprise data architecture initiatives including data flow analysis, system mapping, and integration planning
• Identify risks, dependencies, and mitigation strategies to ensure project timelines and quality standards are maintained
• Facilitate communication between technical teams and leadership, providing reporting and updates on project progress
• Support compliance, security, and Authority to Operate (ATO) documentation processes as needed

Job Qualifications & Experience

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, engineering, or relatable technical discipline equivalent experience
• 2+ years of experience managing enterprise systems or information technology projects
• Familiarity with ERP, CRM, and enterprise data platforms
• Experience with system integration, data management, or enterprise architecture initiatives
• Proficiency in project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, MS Project, or similar
• Strong understanding of Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid project methodologies
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects and shifting priorities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Project
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
• Ability to obtain United States Secret security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Scrum Master (CSM), or similar certification
• Master’s degree in information systems, engineering, or business administration (MBA)
• Experience implementing project management processes in larger organizations
• Experience with data governance frameworks or enterprise architecture methodologies
• Experience in high-growth or highly technical environments
• Understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and compliance requirements
• Experience with Power BI or similar data analytics tools for project and system reporting

The base pay for this role can vary from $102,000 to $133,000 a year based on individual qualifications. Eligibility for yearly discretionary bonus. Persistent Systems, LLC offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; paid time off (sick time and vacation time); flexible spending accounts; 401(k) plan with company match; fitness membership reimbursement; tuition assistance; mental health benefits; and pet discounts. We will accept applications on a rolling basis until the role is filled.

Company Overview

Headquartered in New York City since 2007, Persistent Systems, LLC is a global communications technology company which develops, manufactures, and integrates a patented and secure Mobile Ad Hoc Networking (MANET) system: Wave Relay®. The company’s industry leading R&D team has designed wireless networking protocols to support their cutting-edge Wave Relay® system and technology. Wave Relay® is capable of running data, video, voice and other applications under the most difficult and unpredictable conditions. Their suite of products is field proven and utilized in Commercial, Military, Government, Industrial, Agriculture, Robotics, and Unmanned System markets.