Splunk IT Program Manager, CoE (US Remote Available) in TX, United States

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Splunk is here to build a safer and more resilient digital world. The world’s leading enterprises use our unified security and observability platform to keep their digital systems secure and reliable. While customers love our technology, it’s our people that make Splunk stand out as an amazing career destination and why we’ve won so many awards as a best place to work. If you become a Splunker, we want your whole, authentic self, what we call your “million data points”. So bring your work experience, problem-solving skills and talent, of course, but also bring your joy, your passion and all the things that make you, you.

The Role:

We are looking for a smart, passionate, and experienced IT Program Manager with a CAN DO attitude and large spectrum of experience working in a high-tempo constantly evolving environment to join a team that provides class leading software solutions. Do you want to utilize your seasoned Agile and Scrum experience to drive programs and projects within and across our dynamic organization? As a Program Manager for the Information Technology Solutions (ITS) Center of Excellence (CoE), you will do that and more! You’ll have the opportunity to work with other ITS teams and business partners. If you thrive in a culture that embraces diversity and champions creativity, then what are you waiting for? Apply today.

This role is responsible for leading projects and owns release planning, coordination, risk mitigation, organization, and tracking of those projects through deployment.

Responsibilities

  • Lead IT projects working with delivery and business partners to address project risks and issues ensuring the solution delivers on the success criteria

  • Negotiate competing requirements across business units and establish project direction with business leaders and delivery leads

  • Bring knowledge of Project Management standard methodologies, processes and tools, including: scope management, schedule management, cost management, quality management, resource management, procurement, change management, risk management, and issues management

  • Build in mitigation plans anticipating dependencies and risks, actively replan with business and delivery teams, and reset expectations throughout project delivery

  • Demonstrate consultative skills in solving problems by using technical and business insight to advise the facilitation of developing objectives and approach

  • Implement goal setting with business owners and senior leaders and contribute to operational alignment

  • Act as an authority by partners within ITS and across the business and has a communication style that builds confidence and alignment with the team

Requirements

  • 5+ years’ experience leading IT or software projects

  • Tolerant of ambiguity and thrives in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities

  • Experience with Agile methodologies

  • Very good interpersonal efficiency and communication skills (written and oral)

  • Strong organizational planning skills and understanding of program management concepts

  • Effective and creative in solving problems with an ability to identify issues and resolve, or identify the internal resources needed to assist

  • Eager to learn and excited to work on programs across the ITS portfolio

Preferred Knowledge and Experience

  • Expertise with JIRA

  • Agile (CSM, CPO or SaFE) certification

  • PMO or portfolio management experience in a technology setting

  • PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Education

  • BA or BS degree, preferably in Computer Science or Information Systems

Splunk is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Splunk, we believe creating a culture of belonging isn’t just the right thing to do; it’s also the smart thing. We prioritize diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging to ensure our employees are supported to bring their best, most authentic selves to work where they can thrive. Qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, physical or mental disability or medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Note:

Base Pay Range

SF Bay Area, Seattle Metro, and New York City Metro Area

Base Pay Range: $104,000.00 – 143,000.00 per year

California (excludes SF Bay Area), Washington (excludes Seattle Metro), Washington DC Metro, and Massachusetts

Base Pay Range: $94,400.00 – 129,800.00 per year

All other cities and states excluding California, Washington, Massachusetts, New York City Metro Area and Washington DC Metro Area.

Base Pay Range: $84,800.00 – 116,600.00 per year

Splunk provides flexibility and choice in the working arrangement for most roles, including remote and/or in-office roles. We have a market-based pay structure which varies by location. Please note that the base pay range is a guideline and for candidates who receive an offer, the base pay will vary based on factors such as work location as set out above, as well as the knowledge, skills and experience of the candidate. In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for incentive compensation and may be eligible for equity or long-term cash awards.

Benefits are an important part of Splunk’s Total Rewards package. This role is eligible for a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) plan and match, paid time off and much more! Learn more about our comprehensive benefits and wellbeing offering at .


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