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Skills
- Agile Programming Methodologiesunmatched
- Alliance/Partner Managementunmatched
- Analysis Skillsunmatched
- Atlassian JIRAunmatched
- Budget Managementunmatched
- Certified ScrumMasterunmatched
- Change Managementunmatched
- Coachingunmatched
- Communication Skillsunmatched
- Computer Securityunmatched
- Cross-Functionalunmatched
- Decision Supportunmatched
- DevOpsunmatched
- Establish Prioritiesunmatched
- Feasibility Analysisunmatched
- Financial Analysisunmatched
- Help Deskunmatched
- IT Governanceunmatched
- Information Technology & Information Systemsunmatched
- Leadershipunmatched
- Mentoringunmatched
- Metricsunmatched
- Microsoft Windows Azureunmatched
- Negotiation Skillsunmatched
- Network Systemsunmatched
- Operations Security (OPSEC)unmatched
- Performance Metricsunmatched
- Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
- Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
- Program Planningunmatched
- Project Lifecycleunmatched
- Project Management Professional (PMP)unmatched
- Project Planningunmatched
- Project Trackingunmatched
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- Return on Investment (ROI)unmatched
- Riskunmatched
- Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)unmatched
- Team Playerunmatched
- Technical Analysisunmatched
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Description
Job Title: Senior Infrastructure Project Manager
Location: Hybrid 2-3 days onsite in Milwaukee, WI
Duration: 6 months of contract
JOB PURPOSE AND REPORTING STRUCTURE
The Senior IT Project Manager leads and coordinates infrastructure, security, and operations initiatives at Herzing University, blending traditional project management with program-level oversight across multiple concurrent efforts.
This role shares ownership of the full lifecycle of technical projects with the Directors of IT Infrastructure and Security and IT Operations and Help Desk, from initiation through deployment and transition to steady-state operations, while also introducing and modeling sound project management practices for a team with limited prior experience in formal project management.
The Senior IT Project Manager partners closely with the Directors and their teams to align project outcomes with the university's operational stability, security posture, and strategic goals. This position reports to the Vice President of IT Operations and Governance.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Location: Hybrid 2-3 days onsite in Milwaukee, WI
Duration: 6 months of contract
JOB PURPOSE AND REPORTING STRUCTURE
The Senior IT Project Manager leads and coordinates infrastructure, security, and operations initiatives at Herzing University, blending traditional project management with program-level oversight across multiple concurrent efforts.
This role shares ownership of the full lifecycle of technical projects with the Directors of IT Infrastructure and Security and IT Operations and Help Desk, from initiation through deployment and transition to steady-state operations, while also introducing and modeling sound project management practices for a team with limited prior experience in formal project management.
The Senior IT Project Manager partners closely with the Directors and their teams to align project outcomes with the university's operational stability, security posture, and strategic goals. This position reports to the Vice President of IT Operations and Governance.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Full Project and Program Lifecycle Ownership: Lead the full lifecycle of infrastructure, security, and operations projects, from initiation through deployment and transition to steady-state operations, sharing ownership with the Directors of IT Infrastructure and Security and IT Operations and Help Desk, while managing a portfolio of related initiatives as an integrated program.
- Portfolio Coordination: Oversee multiple concurrent infrastructure, security, and operations initiatives, sequencing dependencies and resources so individual projects support shared program objectives.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Partner with the Directors of IT Infrastructure and Security and IT Operations and Help Desk, and their teams, to clarify goals, requirements, and priorities.
- Project Planning & Tracking: Develop, monitor, and share project and program plans using approaches suited to a technical team new to formal project management; track progress and communicate status in clear, practical terms.
- Performance Measurement: Establish lightweight, practical metrics and reporting to measure project and program performance without adding unnecessary overhead.
- Budget Management: Support budget planning and tracking for infrastructure, security, and operations projects, and adjust plans based on financial analysis.
- Scope & Change Management: Define scope and objectives with stakeholders, assess technical feasibility with infrastructure and security leads, and manage changes to scope, schedule, and cost.
- Risk & Security Alignment: Identify and track project and program risks, including security and compliance considerations, and escalate issues that could affect the university's risk posture.
- Vendor & Partner Management: Coordinate with vendors and partners supporting infrastructure and security projects, including contract timelines and deliverables.
- Governance & Reporting: Provide concise status updates to leadership, support decision-making, and help resolve cross-functional conflicts.
- PM Practice Adoption & Coaching: Introduce practical project and program management practices to a team with limited prior experience in formal project management, coaching team members on planning, prioritization, and status reporting in a way that fits the team's existing workflow.
- Coaching and Development: Mentor team members on project and program management fundamentals and support their growth in these practices over time, in coordination with the Directors of IT Infrastructure and Security and IT Operations and Help Desk.
- Work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment, demonstrating teamwork, innovation, and excellence.
- Report and escalate to management as needed; continually develop leadership skills.
- Depending on the project, travel to Herzing University campuses and locations may be needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned
COMPETENCIES:
- Project Management and Program Management, both waterfall and agile methodologies
- IT Infrastructure, Security, and Operations Domain Knowledge
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Coaching and Process Adoption
- Planning and Prioritization
- Tracking Financials and ROI
- Documentation Skills
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's Degree in appropriate field of study or equivalent work experience.
- 8+ years of progressive experience in IT Project/Program Management.
- Demonstrated experience managing projects and programs involving IT infrastructure, network, systems, or security initiatives.
- Experience introducing or maturing project management practices within a technical team with limited prior exposure to formal PM methods is a plus.
- Working knowledge of IT security and compliance considerations as they relate to project delivery.
- Proficiency with Agile and Waterfall methodologies and tools (Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar).
- Experience with change management and driving adoption of new processes and technology.
- Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and communication skills, particularly with technical teams.
- Skilled in managing budgets and coordinating teams across multiple locations.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) certification.
Contact:
Jaya Balaji: jayabalaji.s@sunrisesys.com | (732) 515-5373 | URL: www.sunrisesys.com
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Milwaukee, WI |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Company Size | 100 to 499 employees |
| Year Founded | 1990 |
| Website | http://www.sunrisesys.com/ |
About Company
Sunrise Systems was founded in 1990 with a clear vision to deliver world-class staffing service solutions in all labor categories, including IT consulting and solutions; all with the commitment to provide service that exceeds expectations and become the most trusted name in the industry. More than two and a half decades later, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of the staffing industry. Combining our deep industry expertise, insights, and global resources, we have partnered with our clients to connect them with top professionals across several different industries.
We provide cost-effective Managed Staffing Solutions, Information Technology and Information Technology Consulting Services to several Fortune 500 companies and U.S. Government agencies. We provide our clients with flexible engagement models and customized products that are budget and time specific. Understanding the challenges that every business faces, we offer our services either on-site at the clients' site or from one of our globally distributed technology centers. Our onshore and offshore development capabilities ensure that we excel at meeting customer requirements every single time.
Our collective business experience spans over two and a half decades and ranges from:
- Business, management, and technical fields
- Information technology consulting and software solutions.
- Providing strategic support for the development and long-term growth of new business ventures across several industries including but not limited to; accounting, banking, finance, and recruitment.
- Motivating technology staff and establishing partnerships with Fortune 500 companies
Sunrise Systems has a vast range of competence in:
- Design, development, and support of cloud-based solutions from simple to highly complexed
- Database administration of multi-platform applications, complex databases, and web-based environments that include all aspects of installation, planning, maintenance, and monitoring.
- Data processing and data migration
- Application re-engineering and platform migration
- Working with the Information Systems and end-user communities at all levels to resolve issues and establish consensus.