Position SummaryThe IT Project Manager leads critical technology initiatives that modernize and optimize the organization's infrastructure through the migration of on-premises environments to Microsoft Azure. This role is responsible for planning, executing, and delivering complex Azure server migration projects on time, within scope, and within budget - ensuring security, compliance, and performance standards are met. The Project Manager partners with IT, cybersecurity, business stakeholders, and vendors to deliver scalable, secure, and compliant cloud solutions that enable operational efficiency and long-term growth.
Key Responsibilities- Lead the full lifecycle of Cloud migration projects, from assessment and planning through implementation, validation, and stabilization.
- Develop detailed project and migration plans that include infrastructure assessment, workload prioritization, cutover strategy, and rollback contingencies.
- Define project scope, goals, and deliverables aligned with IT strategy, security, and compliance requirements (e.g., SOC, HIPAA, SOX).
- Coordinate cross-functional teams - including infrastructure, security, networking, application owners, and external cloud partners - to ensure seamless execution.
- Partner with Cloud architects and engineers to guide the design and deployment of secure, resilient, and cost-efficient cloud environments.
- Proactively manage project risks, including downtime, data integrity, and user impact, developing mitigation and communication plans.
- Track and report project progress, key milestones, and dependencies to IT and business leadership.
- Prepare and deliver project documentation, including migration plans, risk assessments, compliance validation, and executive updates.
- Drive stakeholder alignment by communicating technical progress and business impacts clearly across technical and non-technical audiences.
- Promote a culture of cloud governance, accountability, and operational excellence throughout project teams.
- Ensure all migration activities meet security, compliance, and quality assurance standards established by IT governance and industry regulations.
- Perform post-migration reviews to validate system stability, performance optimization, and lessons learned for continuous improvement.
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
- Proven experience leading large-scale cloud or infrastructure projects, including full lifecycle Azure server or data center migrations
- Strong understanding of cloud architecture, networking, identity management (Azure AD), and governance principles
- Demonstrated experience managing infrastructure modernization or ERP migration initiatives
- Deep knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid)
- Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Azure DevOps, Jira, Asana)
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to risk management and compliance
- PMP or equivalent certification strongly preferred; Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) or Azure Administrator (AZ-104) certification a plus
- Commitment to RTS Core Values and continuous improvement
