Senior IT Project Manager

Rapid7 is seeking a seasoned Senior IT Project Manager to join our IT PMO team. This role is responsible for leading and delivering complex software projects within the IT PMO. This role requires expertise in project management methodologies, strategic execution, and cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development life cycle (SDLC) projects, ensuring timely delivery, risk mitigation, and alignment with business objectives.
About the Role
In this role, you will:

• Project Planning: Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Execution and Monitoring: Lead project execution per the project plan, continuously monitoring progress and making adjustments to ensure successful completion. Ensure deliverables meet all specified quality and compliance standards.
• Resource Management: Allocate project resources appropriately and ensure they are used efficiently.
• Budget Management: Develop and monitor the project budget, ensuring the project remains within financial constraints.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and devise contingency plans to manage them effectively.
• Stakeholder Communication: Maintain regular communication with all stakeholders, including team members, management, and external partners, to keep them informed of project progress and potential issues.
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including plans, reports, and budgets.
• Team Leadership: Foster collaboration and accountability within project teams, ensuring alignment on project goals and technical standards.

The skills you'll bring include:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• 4-6 years of project management experience in a structured IT environment
• Proven ability to execute projects efficiently, achieving results with minimal supervision
• Strong proficiency in project management tools, such as Smartsheet
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and driving stakeholder alignment
• Solid understanding of SDLC, Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies
• Experience in enterprise software development, SaaS, or cloud-based projects
• PMP, PgMP, or similar project/program management certification is strongly preferred

We know that the best ideas and solutions come from multi-dimensional teams. That's because these teams reflect a variety of backgrounds and professional experiences. If you are excited about this role and feel your experience can make an impact, please don't be shy - apply today.
About Rapid7
At Rapid7, we are on a mission to create a secure digital world for our customers, our industry, and our communities. We do this by embracing tenacity, passion, and collaboration to challenge what's possible and drive extraordinary impact.
Here, we're building a dynamic workplace where everyone can have the career experience of a lifetime. We challenge ourselves to grow to our full potential. We learn from our missteps and celebrate our victories. We come to work every day to push boundaries in cybersecurity and keep our 11,000+ global customers ahead of whatever's next.
Join us and bring your unique experiences and perspectives to tackle some of the world's biggest security challenges.
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