Senior IT Business Planning Manager

Description Job Summary: We are recruiting on behalf of our client. We are seeking a Senior IT Business Planning Manager to join the Office of Information Technology (OIT). This senior‑level role requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and communication skills to align business goals with technology strategies across multiple departments. Candidates must be highly self‑directed and capable of working in a professional, public‑sector environment. Primary Responsibilities: Lead business/IT strategic alignment and planning Gather/document business objectives for technology initiatives Conduct gap analyses and support business analysts/project managers Prioritize technology integrations aligned with business needs Assess current vs. future tech state; identify performance measures and transition plans Facilitate strategic work sessions and evaluate tech proposals Analyze data from multiple sources and present executive summaries Assist in business process redesign and technical assessments Develop business cases, feasibility studies, and POCs This is an onsite role in Tallahassee, FL. Mandatory Requirements: Education: Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or related financial field OR equivalent work experience on a year‑for‑year basis Experience: 7+ years in IT/business roles across various technical environments Prior leadership in strategic planning, infrastructure, or IT operations Proven work in public‑sector technology organizations Familiarity with Rules 60GG‑1 through 5, F.A.C. Experience with business process tools and successful implementations Technical & Business Skills: Strategic planning, tactical execution, project/process management, and gap analysis Documentation of functional and technical requirements Relational databases, data management, and business intelligence tools Advanced Microsoft tools: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Power BI Familiarity with Agile and project management methodologies Preferred Qualifications: Certifications: Scrum Master (highly regarded) Knowledge of accounting and data conversion concepts QA review experience and document completeness validation #J-18808-Ljbffr