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IT Program Manager Specialist
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What they do
An IT Program Manager manages a collection of projects for a company in the information technology industry. Projects may include business transformation or improving technology or systems. Manages multiple streams of works with a single focus, guides project managers, and manages communications with program stakeholders, including company management and clients.
$118,977 / year median in Virginia
+6% projected growth
Job Description
IT Program Manager Specialist#26-25624
McLean, VA
Onsite Job Description Title:
IT Program Manager Specialist
Duration:
6 months possible extension
Location:
Full-time on-site M-F in
Mclean, VA Requirements:
7+ years of IT Program Management experience.
Ideal candidate is highly organized and excels at stakeholder management and communication.
Candidate must be well-rounded project managers with a background in technologies and financial services.
Must have working knowledge of Jira or similar PM tools.
Experience with capital markets, credit risk, and/or technical systems migration is preferred.
Agile or other project management certifications are a plus.
Analyze, interpret, and visualize data to support business decisions within capital markets processes.
Coordinate and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of milestones and deliverables.
Prepare clear, concise management reports and executive presentations for status and milestone updates.
Liaise with stakeholders across business and technical teams to gather requirements, manage expectations, and communicate progress.
Track project progress, identify risks/issues, and propose solutions to keep initiatives on track.
Support process improvements by analyzing current workflows and recommending data-driven enhancements.
Ensure documentation of project requirements, changes, and outcomes.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of capital markets operations, products, and data flows.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in finance, Business, Economics, Data Science, or a related field.
4-8 years of relevant experience as a Data Analyst, Project Coordinator, or similar role in Financial Services industry.
Strong understanding of capital markets processes and data (e.g., trade lifecycle, settlements, market data, financial instruments).
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and prioritize tasks efficiently. Excellent stakeholder management skills; experience collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Superior verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
Proficient in preparing management reports and executive-level presentations (PowerPoint, Excel, etc.).
Analytical mindset with attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) and project management software (e.g., JIRA, MS Project) is a plus. EEO
"Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of - Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans."
Benefits
- Dental Insurance