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**This is a hybrid position. The contractor will be required to be onsite as requested.
We are seekingan experienced and results-driven Program Manager to lead our IT ApplicationRationalization Program on a contractual basis. The ideal candidate will beresponsible for overseeing the assessment, consolidation, and optimization ofthe state s application portfolio. This role involves collaborating withIT and business stakeholders to reduce redundancy, lower costs, and improveoperational efficiency by identifying opportunities for applicationconsolidation, retirement, modernization and/or contract restructuring. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent leadership, stakeholdermanagement, and technical expertise.
Key Responsibilities:
Program Leadership:
Develop and manage the roadmap forthe IT Application Rationalization Program.
Define program objectives, scope,deliverables, and success metrics in collaboration with key stakeholders.
Lead cross-functional teams toensure project milestones are achieved on time and within budget.
Stakeholder Management:
Partner with business and ITleaders to understand organizational goals and application usage.
Facilitate workshops and meetingswith stakeholders to gather requirements and insights
Provide regular program updates toexecutive leadership, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
Application Portfolio Analysis:
Oversee the inventory andassessment of the current application portfolio, evaluating functionality,usage, and costs (i.e. business/technical fit assessments).
Identify redundant, outdated, orunderutilized applications and recommend decommissioning or consolidationstrategies.
Collaborate with IT teams toprioritize applications for modernization or replacement.
Risk and Issue Management:
Proactively identify and addressrisks, issues, and dependencies affecting the program.
Develop mitigation strategies tominimize disruptions.
Reporting and Metrics:
Establish and track key performanceindicators (KPIs) to measure the success of the rationalization program.
Create detailed status reports,dashboards, and presentations for stakeholders.
Qualifications:
Experience:
Minimum of 5+ years of experiencein program or project management, with at least 3 years leading IT applicationrationalization initiatives or similar projects.
Proven experience managinglarge-scale IT transformation or modernization programs.
Technical Expertise:
Strong understanding of IT systems,application lifecycle management, and enterprise architecture.
Familiarity with tools andmethodologies for application assessment, portfolio management, andrationalization.
Skills:
Exceptional organizational,leadership, and communication skills.
Proficient in project managementtools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Jira, or equivalent).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Required/Desired Skills
| Skill | Required /Desired | Amount | of Experience |
|---|---|---|---|
| Experience in program or project management, with at least 3 years leading IT application rationalization initiatives or similar projects. | Required | 5 | Years |
| Proven experience managing large-scale IT transformation or modernization programs. | Required | 5 | Years |
| An overall knowledge and understanding of application development. | Required | 7 | Years |
| An overall knowledge and understanding of application architecture that serves as a strong base for tech expertise. | Required | 7 | Years |
| Demonstrates expertise in conveying technical and functional concepts for a specific technical specialty. | Required | 7 | Years |
| Identifies improvements to project standards to achieve high quality services/products. | Required | 7 | Years |
| Able to identify best practices and standards for the use of the product. | Required | 7 | Years |
| Delivers support and design for industry specific applications that require integration with statewide systems or applications. | Required | 7 | Years |
| Proven experience with a technical specialty across large and complex implementations and systems. | Required | 7 | Years |
Questions
| No. | Question |
|---|---|
| Question1 | Absences greater than two weeks MUST be approved by CAI management in advance, and contact information must be provided to CAI so that the resource can be reached during his or her absence. The Client has the right to dismiss the resource if he or she does not return to work by the agreed upon date. Do you agree to this requirement? |
| Question2 | What is your candidate's email address? |
| Question3 | How soon can your candidate start if selected for this opportunity? |
| Question4 | Vendors are encouraged to submit candidates that are available for the duration of the assignment. Do you anticipate your candidate being able to work until the proposed end date listed on this VectorVMS req? |
| Question5 | Vendors must disclose to the agency if the candidate will be subcontracted at the time of submission. Is your candidate an employee of your company or a subcontractor? Please be sure to notify a CAI Account Manager if your candidate's employee status changes. |
| Question6 | Vendors must notify the agency if any portion of the requirements listed in this task order will be outsourced to other countries. Do you anticipate outsourcing any work being done for this assignment to another country? |
| Question7 | Candidates submitted above the hourly Vendor Rate of $$$ may not be considered for this assignment. Do you agree to this requirement? |
| Question8 | Payment for all approved hours will be paid at the straight hourly rate regardless of the total hours worked by the engaged resource. It is the responsibility of the Vendor to adhere to any applicable compensation laws including payment for overtime hours. Do you agree to this requirement? |
| Question9 | Have you thoroughly validated, and attest to the accuracy of, the credentials listed throughout your candidate s VectorVMS profile and resume pursuant to Section 5.2.5 of ITS-009440? |
