Program Manager
Req number:
R7297
Employment type:
Full time
Worksite flexibility:
Hybrid
Who we are
CAI is a global services firm with over 9,000 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1.3 billion+. We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what is right?whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise.
Job Summary
We are looking for a motivated Senior Program Manager ready to take us to the next level! If you have experience overseeing multiple related projects in a large-scale Application Modernization initiative, transitioning legacy mainframe and COBOL systems to a modern cloud-based architecture utilizing Salesforce and MuleSoft and are looking for your next career move, apply now.
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Program Manager to join our IT team. This position will be full-time contract and hybrid in Trenton, NJ.
What You'll Do
Provide end?to?end oversight of multiple interrelated projects within the enterprise Application Modernization program
Supervise, coach, and support assigned Project Managers to ensure consistent delivery standards, reporting, and governance practices
Manage program?level scope, schedule, budget, risks, dependencies, and performance metrics across all workstreams
Lead the transition from legacy mainframe/COBOL systems to cloud?based Salesforce solutions and MuleSoft integrations
Oversee data migration efforts, system integrations, and legacy system decommissioning activities
Serve as the primary escalation point and executive liaison regarding program status, risks, and decision?making needs
Manage vendor relationships, technical deliverables, and contractual compliance throughout the program lifecycle
Facilitate governance forums, steering committee meetings, and executive?level briefings
Ensure strong stakeholder engagement and alignment across cross?functional teams, divisions, agencies, and external partners
What You'll Need
Required:
8?10+ years of IT project/program management experience, including oversight of concurrent, interdependent projects
Demonstrated leadership of large?scale legacy modernization or digital transformation initiatives
Hands?on experience with mainframe/COBOL modernization toward cloud?based architectures
Experience overseeing enterprise Salesforce implementations and MuleSoft (or comparable iPaaS) integrations
Proven track record managing scope, schedule, budget, risk, and vendor performance for initiatives exceeding $2M+
Strong executive communication skills with experience presenting to and engaging senior leadership
Demonstrated governance leadership and cross?functional stakeholder coordination
Preferred:
Government or public?sector program management experience
Bachelor?s degree, advanced degree, or equivalent technical study'
Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, SAFe, Scrum Master, Salesforce, ITIL, Agile)
Recognized subject-matter expertise in modernization, transformation, or enterprise architecture
Understanding of legacy modernization strategies (replatform, refactor, rebuild, retire)
Experience with enterprise data migration, API?based integrations, and large-scale system transformations
Physical Demands
Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards
Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc
Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor
Reasonable accommodation statement
If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to or .
$100 - $120 per hour
The pay range for this position is listed above.Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including location, experience, and education. Benefit packages include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as 401k retirement account access. Employees in this role may also be entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.
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