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IT Program Manager

Information Technology and Computer Science
IT Managers
IT Project / Program Manager

Plan, initiate, and manage information technology (IT) projects. Lead and guide the work of technical staff. Serve as liaison between business and technical aspects of projects. Plan project stages and assess business implications for each stage. Monitor progress to assure deadlines, standards, and cost targets are met.

At a Glance

IT Program Manager. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 8.7 years. Top skills: Program Management, Management, Leadership.

Avg Annual Salary

Not available

Typical Education

Bachelor's degree

Experience

8.7 years

Job Postings

6

Parent Occupation (O*NET)

Information Technology Project Managers

Bright Outlook

Median Wage

$108,970/yr

Growth (2024-34)

+8.2%

Education

Bachelor's degree

Skills & Requirements

Specialized Skills (14)

Project Management

5.0

Governance

4.9

Project Planning

4.9

Portfolio Management

4.9

Business Case

4.9

Milestones (Project Management)

4.9

Vendor Management

4.8

Business Problems

4.8

Procurement

4.8

Project Portfolio Management

4.8

Contingency Planning

4.8

Process Improvement

4.7

Change Management

4.7

Cost Management

4.7

Common Skills (15)

Program Management

5.0

Management

5.0

Leadership

5.0

Communication

5.0

Presentations

5.0

Influencing Skills

4.9

Prioritization

4.9

Planning

4.8

Forecasting

4.8

Information Technology

4.8

Budgeting

4.7

Business Administration

4.7

Certifications (1)

Project Management Professional Certification

4.9

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