Technology Portfolio & Program Management

The Technology Portfolio & Program Management function leads cross-functional technology programs and portfolio segments within NAU IT, ensuring strong alignment with business goals, strategic capabilities, and regulatory and compliance expectations. The role provides disciplined oversight across planning, execution, governance, architecture and security reviews, financial stewardship, and stakeholder communication.

Requirements

• Relevant experience leading complex technology projects or programs within an IT organization.
• Demonstrated ability to manage delivery across multiple teams, functions, and stakeholders.
• Experience overseeing initiatives from inception through implementation, ensuring alignment to strategy, scope, schedule, and quality expectations.
• Experience in insurance, regulated industries, or similarly complex operational environments.
• Strong relationship management skills with a track record of influencing decisions, resolving conflicts, and driving alignment across teams.
• Senior-level stakeholder management experience, including preparation and delivery of executive-level communications.
• Solid understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and technology delivery practices.
• Significant experience in Project, Program, or Portfolio Management roles with responsibility for cross-functional initiatives.
• Experience leading or supporting senior delivery or account management functions within IT.
• Demonstrated ability to translate business needs into actionable plans and to identify value-add opportunities across a portfolio.
• Experience working within or alongside outsourced IT arrangements, including coordination with system integrators and external vendors.
• Experience managing interdependencies, risks, financials, and resource constraints across multiple, concurrent initiatives.

Benefits

• 22 weeks of paid leave for family growth, with 12 weeks available to all parents on a gender-equal basis
• Competitive 401(k) program with company match up to 8%
• Well-being program including holistic wellbeing coaching, gym membership, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
• Tuition Reimbursement for professional certifications, and continuing education