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# Senior IT Program Manager

- **Company:** Systemtec, Inc.
- **Location:** Columbia, SC, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $132,371.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Visio, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft SharePoint, Functional Dependencies, Information Technology
- **Published:** July 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=9445d742236cebd9

## About the Role

* Bachelor's Degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
 * 7+ years of IT experience in project or program management roles
 * 4+ years of experience leading multiple concurrent projects as a Program Manager
 * Demonstrated success delivering large-scale, complex IT initiatives within a formal PMO environment
 * Experience applying structured methodologies, including:
 * Waterfall
 * Hybrid delivery models
 * Governance frameworks
 * Risk and issue management
 * Scope and change control processes
 * Stage-gate methodologies
 * Proven experience managing enterprise-level programs with multiple cross-functional dependencies
 * Strong executive communication, presentation, and reporting skills
 * Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio, SharePoint Online, and Microsoft Teams
 * Ability to manage budgets, schedules, risks, and resources across complex initiatives
 * Strong stakeholder management and organizational alignment skills

Preferred Skills/Experience of the Senior IT Program Manager:

 * PMP Certification (current or active)
 * Experience leading enterprise transformation or PMO-driven programs
 * Experience managing or mentoring multiple Project Managers
 * Strong understanding of enterprise governance, reporting structures, and steering committee processes
 * Experience working directly with executive leadership teams

## Description

SYSTEMTEC is seeking a Senior IT Program Manager for a hybrid opportunity for candidates in Columbia, SC. The Candidate will lead large-scale, enterprise IT programs consisting of multiple interconnected projects and cross-functional teams. The Candidate will be responsible for driving program execution, governance, and delivery while ensuring alignment with organizational priorities, executive expectations, and formal PMO standards., * Lead and oversee large, complex enterprise programs with multiple workstreams and project teams

 * Apply formal PMO governance structures, methodologies, and program management best practices
 * Manage program scope, schedule, budget, quality, risks, dependencies, and resource allocation
 * Coordinate execution across multiple concurrent initiatives with interdependent deliverables
 * Facilitate steering committee meetings, executive briefings, and governance reviews
 * Develop and present executive-level reporting, dashboards, and program status updates
 * Ensure compliance with PMO standards, documentation requirements, and governance controls
 * Identify, track, and mitigate risks, issues, and change requests across programs
 * Partner with business and technology leaders to align program outcomes with strategic objectives
 * Provide leadership, oversight, and direction to project managers and technical teams
 * Monitor program performance and implement corrective actions when necessary


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