IT Project Manager
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Job description
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the end to end delivery of an AWS WorkSpaces / WorkSpaces Applications implementation for a global enterprise environment. The engagement focuses on delivering {}secure, scalable, and compliant virtual desktop services{}, supporting {}engineering and knowledge worker use cases{}, including {}GPU accelerated workloads{}, integration with enterprise identity, security, and operations frameworks, and coordination across multiple regions (APAC, EMEA, Americas)., Technical Coordination (Hands On PM, Not Architect)
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Act as the {}primary interface between business stakeholders and technical teams{}, including:
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Cloud engineering
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Infrastructure & networking
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Identity & access management
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Security & compliance
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End user computing / workplace teams
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Coordinate delivery across:
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AWS WorkSpaces / WorkSpaces Applications
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Active Directory / identity integration
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Networking (VPC, connectivity, latency considerations)
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Image lifecycle management and automation pipelines
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Track and manage dependencies related to:
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Antivirus and endpoint security integration
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CMDB and asset management expectations
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Monitoring and operational readiness
Vendor & Partner Management
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Manage one or more external delivery partners
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Review and govern:
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Delivery plans
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Resource assignments
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Change requests
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Ensure vendors deliver according to agreed scope, quality, and timelines
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Facilitate workshops, deep dives, and design review sessions
Risk, Issue & Compliance Management
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Proactively identify and manage:
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Technical risks (performance, scalability, security constraints)
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Organizational risks (ownership gaps, readiness)
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Compliance risks (data residency, audit, regulatory)
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Maintain a formal risk & issue log
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Drive mitigation actions and escalate when required
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Ensure traceability of decisions and deviation
Operational Readiness & Handover
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Coordinate readiness for:
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Pilot rollout
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Production go live
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Support model and operational ownership
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Ensure delivery of:
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Documentation
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Knowledge transfer
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Training materials (if applicable)
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Support transition to steady state operations
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Demonstrated ability to:
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Manage cross functional technical teams
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Work with security, compliance, and enterprise architecture groups
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Lead external vendors accountably
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Excellent communication, facilitation, and documentation skills
Requirements
Must Have
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5+ years of experience as an IT Project Manager delivering complex infrastructure or cloud programs
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Proven experience managing {}AWS based initiatives{}, preferably:
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Virtual desktops (AWS WorkSpaces, AppStream, or similar)
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End user computing platforms
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Strong experience in multi stakeholder, global enterprise environments
Highly Desirable
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Experience with:
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Engineering or CAD focused virtual desktop environments
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GPU workloads in cloud environments
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Regulated or enterprise IT environments (security, audit, data residency)
Familiarity with:
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Agile / hybrid delivery models
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Cloud governance and cost management concepts
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Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent)
Key Objectives of the Role
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Drive successful planning, execution, and delivery of the AWS WorkSpaces program
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Align business, IT, security, and vendor stakeholders
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Ensure on time, on budget delivery while managing risks, dependencies, and compliance requirements
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Establish transparent governance, reporting, and decision processes