{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"540820b4504150d856b61a46","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/540820b4504150d856b61a46","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/540820b4504150d856b61a46","title":"IT Program Manager","description":"Job DescriptionDescription:OverviewClient First Technologies currently is seeking an IT Program Manager to support our government customer in managing large enterprise license agreements. The IT Program Manager will provide end-to-end management support for the customer’s Enterprise Agreements (EA), including planning, schedule and risk management and program-level monitoring and controlling. In addition, the IT Program Manager will drive enterprise technology optimization and cost decision-making activities. Successful candidates will be motivated self-starters who thrive in a dynamic, team-based environment. They will bring a strong blend of management, data analysis and consultative skills to perform responsibilities.This is a full-time, remote position.CFT offers a full benefits package, a collaborative work environment and a strong company culture. Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply.Requirements:ResponsibilitiesProvide the full project lifecycle (initiation, planning, execution, closeout) using accepted PM standards and VA/customer proceduresDevelop and maintain project charters, schedules, and plans; ensure all artifacts are retrievable by customer personnel for review and approvalMaintain a single, consolidated, authoritative EA issue log covering milestones, risks, variances, costs, resources, and SLA commitmentsFacilitate kickoffs, working groups, and status meetings; run formal reviews with sponsors, business owners, SMEs, and stakeholders to confirm deliverable acceptanceDeliver weekly status updates to the customer’s Program Managers; escalate issues requiring leadership decisionsCoordinate with customer partners, internal teams, and external vendorsSupport refinement of project standards and quality objectives consistent with customer guidance; route documentation through the customer PM for approval prior to implementationManage change control - notify affected groups of approved changes and track corrective actions against planSupport governance & oversight across identity, security, compliance, offline personas, ordering guidance, and EA maturity/strategic roadmap activitiesMaintain SLA tracking and security/compliance posture reporting for EAsAnalyze enterprise-wide technology needs by determining whether full EA product entitlements are warranted, or whether alternative access methods meet the requirement at lower costSynthesize cost data and utilization data into data-driven optimization recommendations that inform EA renewal and negotiation strategyMake recommendations to the customer and product owners on licensing-mix and platform-substitutions surfaced by the analyst rolesQualificationsMinimum seven (7) years of professional experienceMinimum two (2) years successfully managing IT projectsBachelor's degree in an IT-related fieldExperience managing enterprise-scale IT programs, preferably within federal environmentsPMP certification or demonstrated proficiency with PMP-aligned project management, risk management, and schedule oversightDemonstrated ability to coordinate across multiple technical and business teams and vendorsWorking understanding of enterprise licensing, identity management, compliance, and security considerationsAbility to synthesize cost and utilization data into enterprise-scale technology and entitlement strategy decisionsStrong executive communication skills; ability to brief senior VA leadership with decision-ready recommendationsPhysical DemandsMust be able to sit and stand for extended periods of timeOccasional travel and overtime may be requiredRequired Clearances and ScreeningsThis position is subject to a government background investigation and must meet eligibility for a position designated with Tier 1 / Low Risk sensitivityCFT is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. Discrimination and harassment are not tolerated.","company":"Client First Technologies","rawCompany":"client first technologies","city":"Fairfax","state":"VA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-03T12:25:03.461Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1299.09","title":"Information Technology Project Managers","slug":"information-technology-project-managers"},{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"},{"code":"11-3021.00","title":"Computer and Information Systems Managers","slug":"computer-and-information-systems-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"541611","title":"Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services","slug":"administrative-management-and-general-management-consulting-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"IT Program Manager","description":"Job DescriptionDescription:OverviewClient First Technologies currently is seeking an IT Program Manager to support our government customer in managing large enterprise license agreements. 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