Job Title: IT Project Manager - Data Integration & Analytics (3-Month Contract)Location: Austin, TX (Onsite Preferred / Hybrid Potential)
Type: Contract (3+ months with potential extensions)
Industry: Government / Public Sector / Health & Human Services
Domain: Data Integration, Analytics, Project Delivery Framework (PDF), Cloud Analytics
Opportunity Overview: iSphere is seeking an experienced
Information Technology Project Manager for a 3+ month
contract engagement in Austin, Texas. This position supports critical data integration and analytics initiatives under the Performance Management & Analytics System (PMAS) team, working across major enterprise programs to support Texas Data Management Framework objectives.
This opportunity is ideal for a seasoned PM with strong background in
public sector IT, cloud analytics, data integration, and project governance-especially those familiar with
DIR's Project Delivery Framework (PDF) and federal/state funding processes.
Key Responsibilities: - Lead cross-functional project teams within the Office of Chief Data Architect and Office of Data Analytics & Performance to deliver on key PMAS cloud reporting initiatives.
- Oversee end-to-end project execution including scope definition, resource planning, schedule tracking, and deliverable quality across several mission-critical analytics projects.
- Develop and maintain project management documentation compliant with DIR's Texas Project Delivery Framework.
- Collaborate on the creation of Requests for Proposal (RFPs) for procurement of data management solutions, ensuring clarity of deliverables and compliance standards.
- Contribute to the development of IAPD documentation and manage the submission process to secure matching federal funds.
- Manage coordination of data integrations across various departments and agencies within the broader Health and Human Services ecosystem.
- Facilitate daily scrums, sprint planning, and agile ceremonies as needed.
- Coordinate risk assessments, issue resolution, and status reporting to senior leadership and stakeholders.
- Lead meetings and briefings to ensure alignment between technical, business, and federal stakeholders.
Required Skills and Experience: - 8+ years of experience in IT project management, including enterprise-level implementations.
- Proven expertise in managing data-related projects (e.g., data warehouses, data lakes, business intelligence, cloud analytics).
- Strong understanding of Agile, Kanban, and traditional project delivery methodologies.
- Deep knowledge of project management lifecycle (PMLC) and software development lifecycle (SDLC).
- Demonstrated success in team leadership, risk mitigation, and stakeholder management.
- Ability to manage project budgets and enter actual costs into tracking tools.
- Experience delivering projects with multi-agency stakeholders or in matrixed environments.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
Preferred Experience: - Prior work in public health or health and human services organizations.
- Familiarity with Access & Eligibility Services or programs supporting Medicaid, CHIP, or SNAP.
- Experience with Texas State Government IT projects or similar state entities.
- Oversight of sprint teams aligned to Texas Shared Services (TSS) standards.
- PROSCI or PMP certification is a plus.
Additional Information: - Location: Austin, TX - 100% onsite preferred; hybrid options may be considered.
- Contract Length: 3 months, with strong potential for renewal or extension.
- Work Authorization: U.S. Citizen or Green Card preferred due to project requirements.
- Tools/Frameworks: DIR's Texas Project Delivery Framework, JIRA, Agile/Scrum, cloud-based analytics platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS), data governance practices.
Why Work with iSphere? We specialize in placing IT professionals into high-impact projects across public sector, healthcare, and enterprise environments-empowering innovation where it matters most.