Senior IT Oversight Analyst

State of Oregon; Salem (OR); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance (short/long term)

Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The State of Oregon, Department of Administrative Services, Enterprise Information Services in Salem, is seeking a Senior IT Oversight Analyst to oversee major IT projects for state agencies, guiding assessment, monitoring, and governance throughout the project lifecycle.

In this hybrid, full-time role you will evaluate performance using the Oregon Stage Gate process, address risks with the QA program, and help ensure projects deliver mission-critical technology for Oregonians.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and five years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work in Enterprise level IT business analysis, project quality assurance and/or project management.
• Any combination of experience and education equivalent to eight years of experience in Enterprise level IT business analysis, project quality assurance, and/or project management.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight of major IT projects across state agencies.
• Guide project assessment, monitoring, reporting, and portfolio management throughout the project lifecycle.
• Evaluate performance and health of major IT investments through the Oregon Stage Gate process.
• Collaborate with Senior IT Portfolio Managers and QA Program to address risks and improve outcomes.

Skills

IT business analysis

Project management

IT modernization experience

Infrastructure/cloud experience

Critical thinking

Strategic thinking

Communication

Presentation

Writing and editing

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Visio

Microsoft SharePoint

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Senior IT Oversight Analyst

Initial Posting Date: 10/13/2026 Application Deadline: 10/27/2026 Agency: Department of Administrative Services Salary Range: $7,537 - $11,098 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Senior IT Oversight Analyst Job Description:

Enterprise Information Services Salem, OR - Hybrid Enterprise Information Services (EIS) is Oregon's statewide information technology (IT) organization, led by the State Chief Information Officer (CIO). The Project Portfolio Performance team plays a critical role in supporting state agencies by providing oversight, governance, and portfolio management for the state's major IT investments, helping agencies deliver strategic, mission-critical technology initiatives that serve Oregonians.

What You’ll Do

As the Senior IT Oversight Analyst, you will partner closely with the Senior IT Portfolio Manager to provide oversight of major information technology projects managed by state agencies. In this role, you will guide project assessment, monitoring, reporting, and portfolio management activities throughout the project lifecycle. You will be responsible for evaluating the performance and health of major IT investments through the Oregon Stage Gate process, from project initiation through implementation. By reviewing project activities, deliverables, and governance artifacts, you will help ensure projects are positioned for success and aligned with project management best practices. Working collaboratively with Senior IT Portfolio Managers and the EIS Statewide Quality Assurance (QA) Program, you will proactively identify and address risks associated with large-scale IT projects. Your efforts will help agencies improve project outcomes, strengthen accountability, and increase the likelihood of successful delivery of mission-critical technology investments. Join a role where your expertise directly contributes to the success of state agencies across Oregon. By blending your project management experience, analytical strengths, and customer-focused approach, you'll play a key role in helping agencies navigate and successfully complete mission-critical projects that advance their essential public service missions.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and five years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work in Enterprise level IT business analysis, project quality assurance and/or project management.


• Any combination of experience and education equivalent to eight years of experience in Enterprise level IT business analysis, project quality assurance, and/or project management.

Desired skills and attributes

• Experience performing IT business analysis and project management with Iarge modernization efforts or IT programs implementing related IT component projects; particularly, as it relates to infrastructure, software, or cloud or hosted services.


• Knowledge and experience of industry core practices including project management, business analysis, project quality assurance, change control management procedures, Capability Maturity Model, and systems implementation, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodology.


• Proficiency using a personal computer and various software including Microsoft suite, i.e. Word, Project, Teams, Excel, Outlook, Visio, SharePoint, and PowerPoint.


• Knowledge of government processes, including procurement and budget.


• Strong critical and strategic thinking skills.


• Strong communication, presentation, writing and editing skills.


• Ability to perform work in a solutions-focused, collaborative manner.

Preference Statement

• Preference will be given to those candidates with the PMI PMP-Project Management Professional or equivalent.

Benefits of Joining Our Team

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your family.


• Additional benefits include life insurance, short- and long-term disability, deferred compensation savings plans, and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare.


• Optional benefits including life insurance, disability, FSA, and more.


• Generous Paid Time Off: 11 holidays, 3 personal business days, monthly sick leave and vacation leave that increases with years of service.


• Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.


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• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: You may qualify for the PSLF program.


• Hybrid Work Opportunity: This position supports a hybrid work schedule. You can expect to work in the office 1-2 days per week, with work arrangements periodically reviewed to ensure business needs are met.

Additional Details

This announcement is for one, full time, permanent, Management Service - Non-Supervisory, Senior IT Oversight Analyst (Operations & Policy Analyst 4) position and may be used to fill future vacancies. The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification, or you may visit our website for information on the job offer process following pay equity.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Applicants who require VISA sponsorship will not be considered at this time. Employee will be required to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the state where the employee resides. Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification. Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference.

For more information, please visit Veterans Resources. NOTE: If claiming preference please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks in the \"My Tasks\" section at the top of the Candidate Home page.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Department of Administrative Services is an Equal Opportunity, Affinitive Action Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity. At the Department of Administrative Services, we embody the value of hiring a workforce representative of the communities we serve, understanding that a diverse workforce revitalizes our state. We value diversity and foster a positive and welcoming environment where all employees can thrive. Oregon state government is a large organization by nearly any standard. With over 40,000 employees working all over the state, in small communities and large, we are proving that government can be innovative. We work as a team, challenging ourselves to be better, faster and more efficient with taxpayer dollars. After all, when every day we are responsible for caring for the needs of a diverse population and thriving business community, we simply must have the best and brightest workforce.

About Oregon State Government

If you take responsibility for your actions, are passionate about helping others succeed, and have a reputation for excellence and honesty, why not make Oregon state government your next career move? Joining our team means you open the door to many possibilities. From entry level to executive, outdoor work to policy setting, we have a role for nearly every calling, expertise and background. If you’re looking at us from across the country (or beyond!), know that Oregon is one of the most beautiful places on earth. Made up of seven diverse regions, Oregon has the ocean, mountains, valleys, high desert, cities, small towns, and almost everything in between. Oregon “flies with her own wings.”