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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Portfolio Manager - **Company:** MetLife - **Location:** Cary, NC, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $90,000.0 - $120,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Azure, Power BI, Information Technology, Servicenow - **Published:** August 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/D185602717C244E3A344A9270F58B2E5/job/ ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in business, Finance, Information Technology or a related field. * 3+ years of experience in portfolio management, PMO, project governance, financial analysis, technology planning, or related disciplines. * Strong understanding of project and portfolio management methodologies and governance frameworks. * Demonstrated experience managing large, complex technology initiatives and investments. * Advanced financial acumen with knowledge of: * Capital (CapEx) and Operating (OpEx) expense treatment * Technology contracts and vendor agreements * Forecasting and budget management * Business case development and investment analysis Preferred Qualifications * Experience within a technology PMO, Technology Finance, Portfolio Management, or Strategy organization. * Experience supporting executive governance and investment approval processes. * Experience with portfolio management and financial planning platforms (e.g., Apptio, ServiceNow, Power BI, Azure DevOps). Location Expectation: This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of 3 days per week in office. ## Description Join MetLife's Global Technology and Operations (GTO) team, where what you build truly matters. Here, innovation and collaboration drive everything we do- from developing best-in-class digital solutions to safeguarding customer and employee data. Whether you're transforming insights into customer-first strategies, advocating for people in life's most important moments, or simplifying how we serve millions worldwide, your expertise makes a lasting impact. We bring MetLife's purpose to life, shaping a more confident future. Let's build it together. The Opportunity The Portfolio Manager plays a critical role in ensuring technology investments are aligned with strategic business priorities and financial objectives. This role is responsible for overseeing the Project Approval Request (PAR) process, managing portfolios across Global Technology organizations, and partnering with senior leaders to plan, prioritize, govern, and monitor complex technology initiatives. The Portfolio Manager serves as a trusted advisor to business and technology leaders, providing guidance on investment decisions, project governance, financial planning, portfolio health, and resource prioritization. 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