Agile IT Program Manager (PA, MD and DE State)
BVA Bear's IT Solutions · Boiling Springs, PA · 3 wk ago
On-siteInformation TechnologyFull-time
BVA Bear’s IT Solutions
About the role
BVA Bear’s IT Solutions is seeking part-time and full-time Agile IT Program Managers located within one hour of Harrisburg, PA; Baltimore, MD; or New Castle, DE to support onsite work as needed. Remote work may or may not be authorized, depending on client requirements.Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining strong business relationships and ensuring stakeholder satisfaction.
- Lead complex IT programs, managing multiple concurrent projects and work orders under an Agile framework.
- Oversee development of program schedules, resource allocation plans, and budget forecasts.
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily standups, retrospectives, and backlog grooming.
- Cook up cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment of technical deliverables with business requirements.
- Monitor program risks, issues, and dependencies, proactively identifying mitigation strategies.
- Prepare and deliver executive-level program reports, dashboards, and status updates.
- Manage change requests and ensure traceability of requirements through delivery.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement, technology innovation, and client value enhancement.
- Contribute to business development efforts by identifying additional client needs and supporting proposal development.
- Maintain knowledge of enterprise platforms such as ERP systems, ServiceNow, and Power BI to support integration planning and program delivery.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience managing large-scale IT programs or portfolios.
- Demonstrated experience serving as a client-facing Engagement Manager or Program Manager.
- Proven track record leading Agile teams and delivering complex solutions.
- Strong understanding of enterprise IT systems and modernization efforts.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive presentation abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- PMP, PMI-ACP, or SAFe Agilist certifications.
- Experience working in public sector environments or transportation infrastructure.
- Familiarity with ERP systems, ServiceNow, Power BI, and Azure DevOps toolsets.