Lead Director – Agile Practice Management

CVS Health

. Lead end-to-end delivery of a portfolio of strategic and regulatory technology initiatives within Aetna Commercial and Distinct Client Segments Delivery .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • Connecticut • United StatesSenior💰 $144,200 - $288,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in program and portfolio management, particularly in large-scale technology and business transformation initiatives. Proven ability to lead teams, manage substantial budgets, and establish governance aligned with enterprise standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Program And Portfolio ManagementBudget Management Over $25MAgile Certification (SAFe, RTE, SPC, CSM, PMP)Jira, Rally, Clarity ExpertiseTeam Development And Leadership

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Hard Skills

Program ManagementPortfolio ManagementFinancial ManagementGovernance EstablishmentDelivery ExecutionStrategic PlanningVariance ManagementCapacity PlanningInvestment Trade-OffsCross-Organization Governance

Soft Skills

Executive CommunicationInfluenceTeam CollaborationContinuous ImprovementAccountability

Tools & Technologies

JiraRallyClarityFinancial Management Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

SAFeRTESPCCSMPMP

Industry Keywords

Technology InitiativesBusiness TransformationMatrixed OrganizationsGovernance StandardsOperating Rhythms

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end delivery of a portfolio of strategic and regulatory technology initiatives within Aetna Commercial and Distinct Client Segments Delivery
Drive delivery execution, outcomes, financial discipline, and team-of-teams performance
Provide strategic portfolio oversight and hands-on program leadership
Partner with Engineering, Product, Architecture, Finance, and business leaders to set priorities, manage investments, and turn strategy into measurable results
Develop Program Managers, Project Managers, and Scrum Masters
Serve as the central connector between technology leaders and business stakeholders
Stand up and mature programs
Establish consistent governance and reporting standards
Manage portfolio financials across capital and operating expense, including forecasting, variance management, capacity planning, and investment trade-offs
Facilitate executive operating reviews, investment reviews, and cross-organization governance forums
Coordinate internal and external staffing partners
Drive delivery predictability, financial transparency, portfolio health, accountability, and continuous improvement

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of experience in program and portfolio management, including large-scale, complex technology and business transformation initiatives in large, matrixed organizations
5+ years of experience managing large enterprise portfolios, including budgets exceeding $25M annually, with responsibility for strategic planning, prioritization, governance, and execution
5+ years in a formal people leadership role developing teams of project, program, and portfolio management professionals, including hiring, performance management, and talent development
Experience standing up new programs, including building operating rhythms, governance, and delivery practices from the ground up
Ownership of portfolio budgets, including forecasting, variance management, capital vs. operating expense, and investment trade-off decisions
Ability to establish governance aligned to enterprise standards
Expertise using Jira, Rally, Clarity, and other portfolio planning and financial management platforms
Strong executive communication and influence with VP and SVP leaders
Experience operating in large, highly matrixed enterprise environments
Current Agile, program/project management, or equivalent professional certification such as SAFe, RTE, SPC, CSM, and/or PMP
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Business Management, Information Technology, or a related field required; equivalent combination of education, specialized training, certifications, and relevant professional experience will be considered

Benefits

Comp & perks

CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program
Equity award program
Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Paid time off
Retirement savings options
Wellness programs
Other resources supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being