Project Manager

General Description:  The Project Portfolio Manager (PPM) defines the project management methodology, deliverables and processes for the organization.  The PPM manages and oversees a group of projects within the enterprise portfolio.

Responsibilities:

·         Define and manage the standard operating procedures for project management and associated deliverables.

·         Evaluate and recommend project management tools and methodologies for the IT organization. Prioritize projects to align with business goals.

·         Lead and manage multiple large, cross-functional projects teams within the project portfolio.

·         Define the scope of the project in collaboration with senior management.

·         Create detailed project plans that identify the activities needed to complete projects. Establish the resources (time, money, equipment, etc.) required to complete the project.

·         Review the project plan with those affected by the project activities. Revise the schedule as needed.

·         Establish the goals and measures upon which the project will be evaluated.

·         Manage project staff according to the established policies and practices of the organization.

·         Contract qualified consultants to work on the project as appropriate.

·         Document the project plan in a system of record. Monitor the progress of the project and adjust as necessary. Ensure the successful completion of the project.

·         Develop a communication schedule to update stakeholders.  

·         Review the quality of the work completed with the team to ensure that it meets the project standards.

·         Write periodic status reports on the project for management.

·         Track approve and report on all budgeted project expenditures. Ensure deliverables are on time, within budget and at required level of quality.

·         Evaluate the outcomes of the project as established during the planning phase.

Cyber Security Job Responsibilities:

• Configure, develop, design, architect, implement, acquire, and operate systems in accordance with:
  • USI Policies for the Information Security Program (PISP)
  • USI Standards for the Information Security Program (SISP)
• Keep up to date with security updates and improvements to safeguard information system assets by identifying and solving potential and actual security problems.
• Protect systems against damage, changes, or illegal access by defining access privileges, control structures, and resources.
• Implement security improvements by assessing current situation; evaluating trends; anticipating requirements.
• Upgrade systems by implementing and maintaining security and technical controls.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

·         5+ years of related experience. BA/BS degree preferred.

·         Strong analytical ability, communication skills, and work-ethic

·         Ability to manage multiple projects and to meet deadlines under pressure

·         Strong MS Office skills

·         Professional Designation (PMI, PMP, Agile, Scrum) a plus

·         Proven Project Management experience

USI is committed to providing a full-suite of competitive benefits for our growing population and its diverse needs. We offer a wide range of health, welfare and financial benefits including medical, wellness, dental and vision, 401(k), flexible spending and health savings accounts, short and long-term disability, life insurance and other unique employer-sponsored and voluntary programs. USI also offers a generous paid time off policy, paid family leave benefit as well as paid holiday time.