Sr. Consultant – Application RationalizationLocation:
Job Title: Sr. Consultant – Application RationalizationLocation:Deerfield, ILDuration:07 Months ContractInterview Process:Virtual InterviewVisa:Open to All Work Authorization TypesJob SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Sr. Consultant –LEAD Application Rationalization to lead the Application Rationalization Team (ART) within the ATLAS (Application & Technology Lifecycle Advisory Services) organization. This role will drive enterprise-wide application portfolio optimization initiatives by evaluating application landscapes, identifying consolidation opportunities, reducing technology debt, and enabling strategic disposition decisions across the organization.The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in enterprise architecture, application portfolio management, IT strategy, and rationalization frameworks, with a proven ability to deliver decision-ready outcomes in fast-paced, sprint-based environments.Key ResponsibilitiesApplication Rationalization LeadershipLead 2-week Application Rationalization Team (ART) sprints across Discovery, Rationalization, Disposition Decision, and Actionability Assessment phases.Evaluate enterprise applications and assign disposition strategies such as Keep & Invest, Contain, Consolidate, Replace, or Retire.Ensure every sprint delivers documented decisions, assigned ownership, clear next actions, and identified assumptions and risks.Track sprint success based on completed business decisions and actionable outcomes.Portfolio Analysis & OptimizationPartner with Procurement teams to analyze licensing, contracts, renewals, and vendor consolidation opportunities.Assess application portfolios based on cost, utilization, business value, functional overlap, technical risk, and contractual position.Maintain and enrich CMDB and application inventory data with lifecycle and rationalization insights.Identify consolidation and remediation opportunities to support enterprise technology modernization initiatives.Stakeholder Collaboration & GovernanceWork closely with application owners, infrastructure teams, security, procurement, and business stakeholders across global operations.Facilitate alignment on disposition decisions and portfolio optimization strategies.Present concise, decision-ready recommendations to leadership teams, governance boards, and Architecture Review Boards (ARBs).Participate in intake triage activities to prioritize and route rationalization initiatives effectively.Continuous ImprovementContribute to the evolution of ATLAS methodologies, intake processes, sprint execution models, and governance frameworks.Support enterprise application lifecycle management standards and reporting initiatives.Develop metrics and reporting around portfolio health, rationalization velocity, and cost optimization outcomes.Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline.10+ years of experience in Enterprise Architecture, Application Portfolio Management, IT Strategy, or Application Rationalization.Strong knowledge of application rationalization frameworks such as Gartner TIME or equivalent disposition models.Hands-on experience performing TCO analysis, business value scoring, and enterprise application assessments across large portfolios (500+ applications).Experience collaborating with Procurement on software licensing optimization, vendor management, and contract alignment.Strong knowledge of ServiceNow APM/CMDB or equivalent enterprise portfolio management tools.Proven experience working with globally distributed teams and cross-functional stakeholders.Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to deliver executive-level recommendations.Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, time-boxed sprint environments.Preferred QualificationsExperience supporting large-scale IT transformation, TSA, separation, or carve-out programs.TOGAF or equivalent Enterprise Architecture certification/experience.Familiarity with cloud migration and modernization frameworks, including the 6R model.Experience in application lifecycle governance and technology debt remediation initiatives.Key SkillsApplication Portfolio Management (APM)Enterprise ArchitectureApplication RationalizationServiceNow APM / CMDBTCO & Cost AnalysisVendor ConsolidationLicensing OptimizationGovernance & Stakeholder ManagementSprint Leadership & Agile MethodologiesCloud Migration AssessmentIT Strategy & Transformation