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What is an IT Project Manager?

As an IT Project Manager you will lead a cross functional team to ensure all project requirements are on schedule and on track. You will plan, budget, oversee and document all aspects of specific projects. You will submit project deliverables, prepare status reports and effective project communication plans.

An ideal candidate will have a bachelor�s degree in information technology with a PMP certification and a CISM or CISSP certification. You will have experience using Slack, Asana and Basecamp to manage workflow and be proficient in MS Office Applications including Project. You must have experience managing a team and be able to pass and maintain a background check (secret or top secret clearance). You must have a willingness to travel for extended periods of time.

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XYZ Inc. is a leading company in our industry in the region. We're proud of our 4.2 Glassdoor rating from our employees. We're now hiring a IT Project Manager to help us keep growing. If you're excited to be part of a winning team, XYZ Inc. is a perfect place to get ahead. You'll be glad you applied to XYZ Inc.

Responsibilities for IT Project Manager

Lead a cross functional team to achieve project requirements, deadlines and schedules
Identify and resolve project issues
Prepare project status reports
Coordination of change requests
Use technology to ensure all parties are informed on schedule and budget
Coordinate the development of documentation to enable implementation and turnover of the process of system
Lead team in meeting client expectations and project deliverables
Conduct post-project evaluation

Qualifications for IT Project Manager

PMP certification, required
An IT certification such as CISM, CISSP, required
Experience as CISO or CSO, preferred
Proven experience managing a team
Experience using Slack, Asana and Basecamp to manage workflow
Expert level in Microsoft Office Applications, including Project
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Willing to travel for extended periods of time
Pass and maintain a background check (secret or top secret clearance)

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