Strategic IT Program Manager — Cross-Org Transformations

FlagshipKansas; Topeka, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401K plan

Paid time off

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Akamai Technologies in the United States is seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager who will own end-to-end delivery of strategic IT programs, from planning through sustainment, reporting benefits to executive sponsors and governance boards.

The role requires 8+ years of relevant experience, a bachelor’s in CS/Engineering, and a track record leading enterprise applications and coordinating external providers; candidates should demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and risk management.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience in IT program management.
• Experience leading enterprise applications projects.
• Ability to manage risks and communicate with executives.

Responsibilities

• Lead program definition, planning, scope, and execution.
• Develop integrated program plans with detailed WBS and deliverables.
• Identify dependencies and scope transformation opportunities.
• Drive stakeholder alignment and report status to executives.
• Operate effectively in ambiguous environments and drive clear paths forward.
• Implement best-practice PMO processes.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Program management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Job description

Akamai Technologies in the United States is seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager who will own end-to-end delivery of strategic IT programs, from planning through sustainment, reporting benefits to executive sponsors and governance boards.

The role requires 8+ years of relevant experience, a bachelor’s in CS/Engineering, and a track record leading enterprise applications and coordinating external providers; candidates should demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and risk management.