ITSM Program Manager
Summary
Oversee federal ITSM contracts, lead teams to meet SLAs, and ensure compliance with ITIL and federal standards like FISMA/NIST.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned leader with a deep understanding of federal IT environments, exceptional communication skills, and proven expertise in managing large, complex programs.
Role-Specific Duties:
- Oversee the execution of program delivery and operations for federal ITSM contracts.
- Develop program strategies and goals to meet or exceed service-level agreements (SLAs) and performance objectives.
- Oversee the integration of ITIL best practices, ensuring standardized processes across all service desk operations.
- Provide oversight and direction across multiple portfolios.
Team Management:
- Lead, mentor, and supervise service delivery teams to ensure optimal performance and professional growth.
- Establish clear roles, responsibilities, and accountability within the program team.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and customer-centric service delivery.
Stakeholder and Client Engagement:
- Serve as the primary point of contact (POC) for federal clients, ensuring clear communication and stakeholder alignment.
- Serve as liaison between internal project teams and partners to support delivery operations on ITSM contracts.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships to support program success and future opportunities.
- Conduct regular meetings with clients and stakeholders to provide updates, resolve issues, and discuss program improvements.
- Develop and implement program policies, procedures, and performance metrics to ensure service quality and efficiency.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and ensure timely reporting to clients and stakeholders.
- Identify, manage, and mitigate risks to ensure successful program execution.
Compliance and Governance:
- Ensure compliance with federal IT and security standards, including FISMA, NIST, ISO, CMMI, and agency-specific policies.
- Maintain detailed documentation and reports to meet federal auditing and compliance requirements as well as internal program quality controls.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance compliance and operational efficiency.
Technology and Innovation:
- Promote the adoption of innovative technologies to improve service desk capabilities and reduce operational costs.
- Stay abreast of emerging trends in ITSM and federal IT regulations to guide program enhancements.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 8+ years of experience managing large-scale IT programs, including 5+ years in federal contracting environments, specifically with enterprise service desks.
- Demonstrated success in managing multi-million-dollar contracts and meeting/exceeding SLA commitments.
- ITIL Expert or Managing Professional certification.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrated ability to grow program contracts and identify new opportunities.
- Skill in managing multiple task orders/contracts simultaneously while leveraging partner resources, such as those in a joint venture or with specialized subcontractors.
- PMP or PgMP certification.
- Master’s degree in business or a related field.