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# IT Program Manager

- **Company:** State of Virginia
- **Location:** Chesterfield, VA, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Decision Support Systems, Project Management Software, Microsoft Office, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://us.experteer.com/career/view-jobs/it-program-manager-chesterfield-va-usa-58870061

## About the Role

a delivery Tasks * Program and project management principles and governance for complex technology environments * Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and align stakeholders * Strong written and verbal communications tailored for executives, staff, and partners * Negotiation, facilitation, and conflict resolution; build cooperative relationships * Proficiency in Microsoft Office and PM tools; produce clear docs, reports, visuals * Analytical and problem-solving skills; data-driven decision making; develop program plans, budgets, roadmaps, metrics * Experience with budgets, procurement support, contract oversight; manage large, multi-disciplinary initiatives * Project Management Professional (PMP) certification; high school graduation * Experience in public sector or law enforcement IT projects preferred; willingness to obtain Commonwealth IT Project Manager qualification Key requirements *

## Description

Experteer Overview In this IT Program Manager role, you steer a portfolio of technology and business initiatives to advance the VSP mission. You'll oversee program governance, planning, risk management, and budget stewardship while coordinating cross-functional teams and vendors. You'll ensure major IT initiatives are delivered on time, aligned with strategic needs, and integrated to enhance public safety and service delivery. This role offers impact across technology programs and opportunities to shape modernization in a mission-driven agency. Compensation / Benefits * Lead a portfolio of technology and business initiatives in support of the VSP mission * Oversee program-level planning, governance, risk/issue management, resource and capacity planning, and vendor oversight * Manage financial stewardship and executive communications for major initiatives * Ensure initiatives are delivered effectively, aligned with agency strategy, and integrated for public safety and modernized service delivery Tasks * Program and project management principles and governance for complex technology environments * Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and align stakeholders * Strong written and verbal communications tailored for executives, staff, and partners * Negotiation, facilitation, and conflict resolution; build cooperative relationships * Proficiency in Microsoft Office and PM tools; produce clear docs, reports, visuals * Analytical and problem-solving skills; data-driven decision making; develop program plans, budgets, roadmaps, metrics * Experience with budgets, procurement support, contract oversight; manage large, multi-disciplinary initiatives * Project Management Professional (PMP) certification; high school graduation * Experience in public sector or law enforcement IT projects preferred; willingness to obtain Commonwealth IT Project Manager qualification Key requirements *


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