Program Manager

Summary: Duration: 7 Months Location: San Francisco, California Responsibilities: Drive an aggressive 6-month program schedule, tracking daily site/circuit migration velocities and critical paths. Manage resource allocation across internal technicians, network engineers, and Project Managers. Identify, mitigate, and track risks, specifically focusing on supply chain logistics and tight maintenance window constraints. Manage the multi-phased lifecycle of decommissioning legacy SONET rings while maintaining active grid teleprotection circuits. Ensure migration designs seamlessly support time-sensitive utility traffic (e.g., SCADA, teleprotection, differential relaying) over IP/MPLS. Partner with engineering to validate Nokia SAR configurations for strict timing/synchronization requirements. Ensure all network changes, asset tracking, and deployment processes comply fully with NERC CIP standards and utility regulations. Requirements: 8+ years of IT/Telecom Program Management experience, with explicit experience managing projects within a Regulated Public Utility environment. Proven track record of leading fast-paced legacy-to-next-gen migrations (specifically SONET to IP/MPLS or Carrier Ethernet). Solid understanding of utility-specific applications, including SCADA protocols, teleprotection, and substation communications. Strong conceptual understanding of Nokia SAR hardware portfolios and Nokia NSP (Network Services Platform). PMP (Project Management Professional) or PgMP certification required. Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or a related technical field. Preferred Skills: Deep familiarity with utility safety protocols and substation physical/cyber security regulations. Exceptional problem management skills to handle unexpected connectivity issues during tight, real-time utility maintenance windows. #J-18808-Ljbffr Creative Solutions Services, LLC