Strategic Program Manager

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. Deliver very large, complex programs comprising interrelated projects aligned with strategic business goals .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $145,000 - $213,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive program management expertise, including proficiency in Agile and Waterfall methodologies, risk management, and stakeholder communication. Proven ability to lead complex projects in regulated environments while driving process improvements and delivering business outcomes.

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PMP CertificationProgram Management ExperienceAgile MethodologyWaterfall MethodologyRisk Management

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Hard Skills

Program ManagementProject Management FrameworksSDLC MethodologyData ProcessingApplication SystemsCommunication SystemsProcess ImprovementBudget ManagementResource Capacity ManagementGovernance Reviews

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsInterpersonal SkillsMentorshipCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Project Management ToolsTemplatesPoliciesBest Practices

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP Certification

Industry Keywords

Financial InstitutionsRegulatory IndustriesSoftware Development Processes

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMPSDLC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver very large, complex programs comprising interrelated projects aligned with strategic business goals
Establish program and project management frameworks, track progress, manage risk, and control change
Drive business outcomes according to portfolio priorities
Manage multiple interrelated projects and align plans, dependencies, roadmaps, and resource capacity
Conduct program-level governance reviews to ensure projects are on time, within budget, defect-free, and delivering customer value
Monitor project progress, mitigate risks, and resolve issues across the program
Establish best practices, templates, policies, tools, and partnerships to improve effectiveness
Coach and mentor PMO team members
Support internal and external project audits
Schedule and track cross-project dependencies and define critical program-level milestones
Lead and coach stakeholders to deliver cost, schedule, budget, and quality outcomes
Create and maintain the master program plan and status reporting for milestones, success criteria, deliverables, dependencies, risks, and issues
Communicate program status effectively, including to executive leadership
Support risk management and protect the integrity and confidentiality of systems and data

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Project Management, Computer Science, or related field
PMP certification or related certifications or equivalent work experience
Minimum of 8 or more years of related experience in program management
Demonstrated program management experience and people leadership and mentorship in business and technical environments
Experience in financial institutions or similarly regulatory industries and/or software development processes
Background in data processing, application systems, and communication systems
Ability to handle multiple complex projects within program(s), work independently, follow up effectively, and meet tight deadlines
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills for interacting with executive leadership, staff, and vendors
Experience identifying and driving process improvements and documenting efficiency gains
Demonstrated experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies and all aspects of SDLC methodology and tools
Background and drug screen

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare Coverage – Competitive medical (PPO/HDHP), dental, and vision plans
Company contributions to Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible spending accounts (FSA) for commuting, health, and dependent care expenses
401(k) Retirement Plan with 100% Company Safe Harbor Match on the first 6% deferral immediately upon eligibility
Flexible Time Off for Exempt (salaried) employees
Generous PTO for Non-Exempt (hourly) employees
11 paid company holidays
Paid volunteer day
12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Maven Family Planning support, including egg freezing, fertility, adoption, surrogacy, pregnancy, postpartum, early pediatrics, and returning to work
Discretionary incentive plan