Technical Program Manager

Akkodis; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 83,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Akkodis is seeking a Technical Program Manager for a contractual opportunity in the Dearborn, MI area. The role will lead and coordinate critical cybersecurity tooling and technology initiatives within a complex enterprise environment, driving Agile delivery and cross-functional collaboration.

The ideal candidate will have 6+ years IT experience, 3+ years PM experience, and strong skills in Jira, ServiceNow, Archer, ALM, and X-Ray, with a focus on SDLC and stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• :Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
• :6+ years of IT experience.
• 3+ years of Program or Project Management experience.
• Strong experience managing technical projects and cross-functional teams.
• Experience facilitating Agile delivery and Scrum ceremonies.
• Proficiency with Jira, Project/Program Management methodologies, Cybersecurity projects and initiatives, Application Testing, SDLC processes.
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project plans, scope, timelines, budgets, and deliverables for enterprise technology initiatives.
• Lead Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog refinement, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Establish and evolve Agile delivery processes as team structures and business needs change.
• Partner with engineering, cybersecurity, compliance, risk, data analytics, and business teams to deliver technology solutions.
• Build, maintain, and report project metrics using Jira and related tools, including velocity, throughput, capacity, and delivery risk.
• Monitor team health metrics such as cycle time, sprint predictability, defect escape rates, and overall delivery effectiveness.
• Produce executive-level status reports highlighting progress, risks, dependencies, scope changes, and escalations.
• Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and remove impediments impacting delivery.
• Facilitate coordination across development, testing, QA, and UAT teams throughout the SDLC.
• Ensure requirements are clearly defined, documented, and aligned to stakeholder needs.
• Manage product and program roadmaps, translating strategic objectives into actionable plans.
• Support vendor coordination and integration activities as required.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through Agile, Lean, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies.

Skills

Agile delivery

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in IT/CS/Business

Tools

Jira

ServiceNow

Archer

ALM

X-Ray

Job description

Akkodis is proud to partner with a global automotive client who is seeking a Technical Program Manager for a contractual opportunity in the Dearborn, MI area.

Pay Range: $60/hr. - $75/hr. (W2) - The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

As a Technical Program Manager you will to lead and coordinate critical cybersecurity tooling and technology initiatives within a complex enterprise environment. This role will support global stakeholder groups and technical teams by driving Agile delivery, managing project execution, facilitating cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring successful implementation of technology solutions.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in program and project management, Agile methodologies, cybersecurity initiatives, SDLC processes, and stakeholder management, along with hands‑on experience utilizing tools such as Jira, ServiceNow, Archer, ALM, and X-Ray.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project plans, scope, timelines, budgets, and deliverables for enterprise technology initiatives.
• Lead Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog refinement, daily stand‑ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Establish and evolve Agile delivery processes as team structures and business needs change.
• Partner with engineering, cybersecurity, compliance, risk, data analytics, and business teams to deliver technology solutions.
• Build, maintain, and report project metrics using Jira and related tools, including velocity, throughput, capacity, and delivery risk.
• Monitor team health metrics such as cycle time, sprint predictability, defect escape rates, and overall delivery effectiveness.
• Produce executive‑level status reports highlighting progress, risks, dependencies, scope changes, and escalations.
• Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and remove impediments impacting delivery.
• Facilitate coordination across development, testing, QA, and UAT teams throughout the SDLC.
• Ensure requirements are clearly defined, documented, and aligned to stakeholder needs.
• Manage product and program roadmaps, translating strategic objectives into actionable plans.
• Support vendor coordination and integration activities as required.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through Agile, Lean, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
• 6+ years of IT experience.
• 3+ years of Program or Project Management experience.
• Strong experience managing technical projects and cross‑functional teams.
• Experience facilitating Agile delivery and Scrum ceremonies.
• Proficiency with:
• Jira
• Project/Program Management methodologies
• Cybersecurity projects and initiatives
• Application Testing
• SDLC processes
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast‑paced environment.

No C2C

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees with the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client‑recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

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