IT Project Manager CyberSecurity

Nelnet is a diversified and innovative company committed to enriching lives through the power of service as a student loan servicer professional services company consumer loan originator and servicer payments processor renewable energy solutions and K-12 and higher education expert. For over 40 years Nelnet has been serving its customers associates and communities.

The perks of working at Nelnet go beyond our benefits package. When you join the Nelnet team youre part of a community invested in the success of each individual. That support comes through in our work as we are united by our mission of creating opportunities for people where they live learn and work.

Manages directs and plans complex project(s) consisting of one or more project teams. Responsible for coordinating scheduling and assigning project tasks team building and leadership and developing and maintaining positive working relationships with clients in functional areas outside of IT as well as external customers. Applies project development methodologies and reporting techniques to indicate project status.

This position requires work in support of the Companys contract with the United States Department of Education (ED). As such the United States Government requires that any applicant for this position must complete United States Government security clearance. Effective June 1 2018 ED has informed Nelnet that security clearance applications for foreign nationals are not being accepted or light of this direction from ED Nelnet will be unable to hire applicants without United States citizenship for such positions.

Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. To be considered candidates must already be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Manages and directs one or more project teams to meet project objectives.
2. Reviews evaluates and formulates project plans schedules and budgets.
3. Oversees requirements solicitation and definition for the projects.
4. Manages staff and budget resources required to meet changing corporate needs.
5. Understanding and persuades others when appropriate.
6. Identifies and negotiates schedules milestones and resources required to meet project objectives.
7. Leads problem resolution and decision making through facilitation and troubleshooting.
8. Organizes and guides project operations through the use of industry-accepted methodologies.
9. Evaluates progress and reports progress in terms of quality and performance metrics common to IT projects.
10. Works with client departments to coordinate systems testing installation training and support.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelors degree in Information Science or related field and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• PMI certification preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in leading teams of developers analysts architects and engineers preferably in a matrix organization.

• Expert level experience working with data in Excel and MS Project.

• Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance is required.

COMPETENCIES SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES:
1. Ability to manage projects from inception to successful post-implementation.
2. Demonstrated competency in developing effective solutions to successfully resolve diverse and complex business problems.
3. Strong analytical communications technical teamwork and interpersonal skills.
4. Must be proficient in SharePoint and preferably experience with TFS MS CRM Access or other database utilities and other Microsoft technologies.

Compensation range for this role is $100000-$150000 annually depending on experience.

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Our benefits package includes medical dental vision HSA and FSA generous earned time off 401K/student loan repayment life insurance & AD&D insurance employee assistance program employee stock purchase program tuition reimbursement performance-based incentive pay short- and long-term disability and a robust wellness program. Click here to learn more about our benefits: Benefits & Perks - Nelnet Inc.

Nelnet is committed to providing a welcoming and respectful workplace where all associates have the opportunity to succeed. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion/creed national origin gender sex marital status age disability use of a guide dog or service animal sexual orientation military/veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law. We value the unique contributions of every team member and believe that a positive work environment benefits everyone.

Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may request such accommodations by contacting Corporate Recruiting at or.

Nelnet is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace.

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