Sr. Project Manager (Cloud & Infrastructure Modernization (Kubernetes))- Only Local to Delaware

Remote • Posted 1 hour ago • Updated 1 hour ago
Contract W2
Contract Independent
Occasional Travel Required
Remote
$65 - $70/hr
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Skills

  • project management
  • ITIL
  • Agile
  • CI/CD pipelines
  • DevOps practices
  • (CYBERSECURITY) AND ("KUBERNETES AND CONTAINER PLATFORM IMPLEMENTATIONS E.G.") AND (OPENSHIFT) AND (EKS) AND (AKS) AND (GKE) AND ("CLOUD ARCHITECTURES AND INFRASTRUCTURE MODERNIZATION") AND ("MANAGING BUDGETS") AND ("RESOURCE ALLOCATION") AND ("AND VENDOR CONTRACTS")

Summary

Title: Senior IT Project Manager

Work Arrangement: Primarily Remote (Local Candidates Only; occasional onsite as needed – TBD)
Interview Mode: Virtual


Position Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior IT Project Manager to lead large-scale, enterprise-level initiatives across infrastructure modernization, cloud transformation, and containerized platforms.

This role will manage complex, cross-functional programs including Kubernetes deployments, infrastructure upgrades, and migration of servers and backup systems to cloud-hosted environments.

The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with strong technical acumen, executive presence, and a proven track record of delivering high-impact IT projects on time and within budget.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end delivery of enterprise IT projects from initiation through closure.

  • Manage Kubernetes and containerization initiatives, including platform deployment, modernization, and operational transitions.

  • Oversee large-scale infrastructure projects (data center upgrades, network modernization, virtualization, storage, and backup transformations).

  • Direct migration of on-premises servers and backup systems to cloud-hosted platforms (e.g., Azure).

  • Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, risk logs, and status reports.

  • Coordinate cross-functional teams including infrastructure, security, DevOps, application teams, vendors, and business stakeholders.

  • Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture, security standards, and compliance requirements.

  • Identify risks, dependencies, and resource constraints and implement mitigation strategies.

  • Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and service delivery performance.

  • Provide executive-level reporting on project health, milestones, and impacts.

  • Promote project management best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.


Required Skills & Qualifications

  • 8+ years of progressive project management experience leading enterprise IT initiatives.

  • Demonstrated experience managing Kubernetes and container platform implementations (e.g., OpenShift, EKS, AKS, GKE).

  • Proven experience delivering large-scale infrastructure modernization projects.

  • Experience leading server migrations and enterprise backup solutions to cloud-hosted environments.

  • Strong understanding of hybrid cloud architectures.

  • Experience managing budgets, resource allocation, and vendor contracts.

  • Excellent stakeholder communication and executive presentation skills.


Preferred Qualifications

  • PMP, PMI-ACP, or equivalent certification.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or related field.

  • Experience in regulated environments.

  • Familiarity with ITIL, Agile, and hybrid delivery methodologies.

  • Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and automation tools.

  • Experience with enterprise backup platforms and disaster recovery planning.

  • Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and compliance standards.

  • Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Planview, or similar.

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.


Key Competencies

  • Strategic thinking and strong business acumen

  • High-level organizational and leadership capabilities

  • Advanced risk management and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to lead technical teams without direct authority

  • Effective management of competing priorities

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  • Dice Id: 91129759
  • Position Id: 8903491
  • Posted 1 hour ago
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