Program Manager

Program Manager

Overview:
Our client is seeking an experienced IT Integration Program Manager to lead technology transition efforts during new office launches, company acquisitions, and business expansions. This role plays a key part in ensuring a smooth, efficient, and secure integration of IT systems and infrastructure while aligning technology with broader organizational strategies. The ideal candidate will bring strong project management skills and a deep understanding of IT operations in fast-paced, high-growth environments. This position may also support other enterprise-wide IT initiatives as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Pre-Acquisition Assessments

• Evaluate existing IT environments of acquisition targets, including infrastructure, systems, and applications
• Identify potential risks, gaps, and integration opportunities

1. Integration Strategy & Planning

• Design detailed IT integration roadmaps outlining steps, resources, timelines, and success metrics
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments to align IT strategy with operational goals

1. Data Transition & Security

• Oversee secure migration of data, ensuring integrity, availability, and confidentiality
• Coordinate backups and validation procedures to ensure seamless transitions

1. System Alignment & Standardization

• Review system compatibility between legacy and target environments
• Develop and implement integration solutions to optimize performance and minimize disruption

1. Stakeholder Communication

• Provide consistent updates to internal stakeholders through written reports and presentations
• Act as a liaison between technical teams, business units, and external vendors

1. Risk & Issue Management

• Proactively identify risks and formulate mitigation strategies
• Develop contingency plans to address unexpected technical or operational challenges

1. Compliance & Regulatory Coordination

• Ensure all IT transition activities align with industry standards and regulatory requirements
• Partner with legal and compliance teams to address jurisdictional nuances

1. Training & Change Management

• Coordinate training sessions and early support to help staff adapt to new systems
• Track and prioritize user issues, working with relevant teams for timely resolution

1. Onsite Integration Leadership

• Serve as the onsite lead during deployments, guiding vendors and internal teams through execution
• Participate in onsite due diligence when evaluating potential acquisitions

Qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or a related field preferred

Experience

• 10+ years of experience in IT project or program management
• Demonstrated success managing IT transitions during mergers, acquisitions, or similar high-impact initiatives
• Broad knowledge of infrastructure, networks, end-user devices, enterprise software, and integration best practices

Technical Proficiency

• Skilled in project management frameworks and tools such as Agile, Waterfall, MS Project, and Jira