Summary:
Client
is looking for a Senior PMP IT Project Manager with strong expertise in Identity
and Access Management (IAM), particularly Microsoft Active Directory and
Entra ID, to lead modernization and security transformation projects. They
want someone who can manage the full project lifecycle, drive Zero Trust
initiatives, oversee large-scale migrations, and mentor technical teams.
Excellent communication, change management, and stakeholder collaboration
skills are essential. Additionally, the role involves supporting projects in
the child care services domain, ensuring secure and compliant identity
solutions for sensitive environments.
Here
are some of the specific details:
Job Title: Senior PMP IT
Project Manager - IAM Security
Location:
Frankfort, KY
Duration:
Long-term Indefinite Contract
Work Location: Frankfort, KY (Hybrid preferred, but Remote
acceptable)
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Senior
Project Manager to lead various transformation and innovation projects for the
Ky Office of Child Support Services including the deployment of a new Identify
Access Management solution. The successful candidate will be responsible for
managing the project lifecycle, ensuring timely and within-budget delivery, and
meeting client expectations. The ideal candidate will have experience in
managing IT projects, specifically in the security domain, strong communication
and organization skills, and a deep understanding of Identity and Access
Management solutions. The project manager will work closely with the OIS, COT,
and other technical team stakeholders.
Job Duties:
·
Execution of
Strategic Initiatives: Support high-impact transformation programs focused on
modernizing the identity lifecycle, implementing Zero Trust architecture, and
scaling secure access for diverse global business verticals and emerging
technologies.
·
Establish
Operational Rigor: Define and drive program management best practices,
including objectives and key results OKRs and execution roadmaps, to ensure
engineering delivery aligns with long-term product strategy.
·
Change
Management: Develop and execute comprehensive communication and change
management plans for major infrastructure transitions, ensuring stakeholders
are informed and impact to the business is minimized.
·
Manage
Large-Scale Migrations: Lead the decommissioning of legacy tech debt while
migrating users and systems to modern platforms.
·
Manage the
project lifecycle, from pre-kickoff to closure, ensuring that projects are
delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
·
Develop and
manage project plans, resource allocation plans, and project schedules to
ensure successful project execution.
·
Create project
collateral and artifacts to build and support an effective project management
practice.
·
Coordinate with
clients to understand their requirements, gather project information, and
provide project updates.
·
Lead and manage
a team of technical resources, including engineers and consultants, to ensure
successful project delivery.
·
Identify and
mitigate project risks, issues, and dependencies, and develop contingency plans
to ensure project success.
·
Develop and
maintain project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and
meeting minutes.
·
Collaborate
with internal stakeholders, including product, and support teams, to ensure
alignment and effective communication.
·
Ensure that
projects are delivered in accordance with industry best practices, and that
clients receive high-quality services.
·
Conduct project
post-implementation reviews to identify areas for improvement and implement
changes to improve future project delivery.
·
Align business
flows to technical design, testing, and cutover; lead workshops and secure
signatures.
Must Have
Skills:
·
Deep technical
expertise in Microsoft Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID.
·
Experience
designing and implementing IAM integrations, provisioning workflows, and access
controls.
·
Proven ability
to lead and mentor technical engineering teams.
·
Strong
understanding of identity security principles and enterprise authentication
models.
·
Proven ability
to lead and mentor technical engineering & product teams.
·
Bachelor's
degree, preferably in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer
Engineering, or related IT discipline; or equivalent experience
Preferred
Qualifications:
·
Strong
understanding of identity security principles and enterprise authentication
models. (SAML, OIDC, SCIM) and access control models like Fine-Grained
Authorization (FGA)
·
Public
sector child support/HHS; modernization programs.
·
Familiar
with Control-M, Azure SQL/AWS RDS, API Management/API Gateway. Excellent
written and verbal skills, with the ability to influence technical decisions
and communicate business impact to both engineers and executives.
·
8+
Years Experience in Design & customer experience: UX/UI design partnership
(Mastery) and strong ability to translate user needs into product outcomes.
·
8+
Years Experience in Technical leadership: Technical project/program management;
strong planning, execution, and risk/issue management.
·
8+
Years Experience in Analytics & decisioning: Data-driven problem solving,
quantitative/competitive analysis, and use of insights to guide prioritization.
Tools
and Platforms:
Jira/Azure
DevOps, Confluence/SharePoint, Visio/Lucid, SQL tools, Postman; basics of
Control-M; cloud endpoints on Azure or AWS.
Certifications:
Optional
but beneficial credentials include PMP, Certified ScrumMaster, PMI-ACP, CISM or
technical certifications in AWS, Azure, or DevOps.
Let
me know if you are interested in this job and/or if
you can assist us by referring someone who is interested in this job, since we
offer the lucrative referral bonuses.
Benefits will
also be available, and details are available at the following link: Harvey Nash Benefits
I am looking forward to speaking with you today.
About us:
Harvey Nash is a national, full-service talent management firm
specializing in technology positions. Our company was founded with a mission to
serve as the talent partner of choice for the information technology industry.
Our company vision has led us to incredible growth and success in a
relatively short period of time and continues to guide us today. We are
committed to operating with the highest possible standards of honesty,
integrity, and a passionate commitment to our clients, consultants, and
employees.
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