Project Manager II

Project Manager IIOur client is a Fortune 500 financial and payments technology company and leads the industry in innovation, scale, and service. They are now looking to add to their team. This role will be 3 days a week on-site (Tempe, AZ, and Alpharetta, GA) Position Overview We are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager with a strong background in IT and Identity & Access Management (IAM) to lead and coordinate complex, cross-functional projects. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing multiple project plans in parallel, effectively sequencing work and managing dependencies across teams. This role requires project management, risk management, and Agile methodology skills, as well as the ability to communicate project status and critical paths to stakeholders using professional presentation tools. Key Responsibilities Lead multiple concurrent IT/IAM projects from initiation through delivery, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements. Develop, maintain, and execute detailed project plans, tracking milestones, dependencies, and critical paths across multiple business and technical functions. Facilitate cross-functional collaboration among technical, security, business, and compliance teams to ensure successful project delivery. Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, proactively managing issues and developing contingency plans. Apply Agile and traditional project management methodologies as appropriate, adapting processes to best fit project needs. Communicate project status, risks, and dependencies to stakeholders and executive leadership through clear, concise reports and presentations (PowerPoint proficiency required). Drive project meetings, stand-ups, and retrospectives, ensuring clear action items and accountability. Manage resource allocation and coordinate sequencing of work to optimize efficiency and minimize bottlenecks. Ensure project documentation (requirements, designs, test plans, etc.) is complete, accurate, and up to date. Foster a culture of continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned and recommending process enhancements.Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience). 3-5+ years of project management experience in IT environments, with at least 2 years focused on IAM or security-related projects. Demonstrated expertise managing complex, multi-team projects with parallel workstreams and interdependencies. Strong knowledge of IAM concepts, technologies, and best practices (e.g., provisioning, authentication, SSO, RBAC, PAM). Proven experience with risk management and mitigation in IT projects. Proficiency with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and traditional project management frameworks. Advanced skills in Microsoft Project, Excel, and PowerPoint for project reporting and executive communication. Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Preferred Qualifications Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification. Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Agile certification. Experience with IAM platforms (e.g., SailPoint, Okta, Azure AD, Ping Identity). Experience in highly regulated industries (e.g., financial services, healthcare). Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (e.g., SOX, GDPR, PCI DSS) as they relate to IAM.Key Competencies Leadership and influence across organizational boundaries Organization and attention to detail Strategic and tactical planning Adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced environment Presentation and executive reporting skills