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Program Manager

IT Program Manager

On-Site role

Contract to Hire

Compensation: $53 - $60 per hour

Application Deadline: 10/02/2026

About The Role

Our client, Brooksource, is seeking an experienced IT Program Manager for a high-visibility, contract-to-hire position at the intersection of Cybersecurity, Technology, and Business. In this role, you will own complex technology initiatives end-to-end, working directly with senior leaders to drive alignment across multiple stakeholders and competing priorities. You will be responsible for managing project plans, roadmaps, risk identification, and delivery, while ensuring processes are streamlined and releases are delivered on time. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives in ambiguity, excels at running meetings, and has a proven track record in agile environments. Brooksource is a trusted IT and Engineering services provider supporting Fortune 500 organizations, offering a relationship-driven approach and flexible hiring models.

What You'll Do

• Lead multiple complex technology initiatives simultaneously, managing project plans, roadmaps, risk identification, and end-to-end delivery
• Drive alignment and consistency across Cybersecurity, Technology, and Business Units throughout the project lifecycle
• Engage directly with senior leaders to streamline processes, manage OKRs, and ensure on-time releases
• Track and report project progress against key milestones, managing budget variances, schedules, ROI, and business investment metrics
• Own total cost of delivery and total cost of ownership reporting
• Partner closely with Finance and Procurement on business cases, budgeting, forecasting, and vendor strategy execution
• Facilitate and lead stakeholder meetings, driving detailed discussions toward clear decisions and accountability

What You Bring

• 4-6 years of experience in Technical Program Management or a closely related role
• PMP, AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, or equivalent certification required
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
• Proven ability to manage cross-functional initiatives in an agile organization
• Strong financial acumen; experience with budgeting, forecasting, and cost reporting
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present to executives and collaborate with engineers
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite; working knowledge of Agile methodologies

What's In It For You

• 401(k) Matching Plan
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans
• Health Savings Account and Dependent Care FSA
• Supplemental coverage options
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Paid time off and sick time
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including virtual counseling, financial and legal services, and life coaching
• Relationship-driven process to find your best fit
• Regular meetings to ensure quality in your engagement

About Us

At Brooksource, relationships are the foundation of everything we do. Since 2000, we've built lasting partnerships with clients, consultants, and internal teams to deliver an exceptional experience across every engagement. As a trusted IT and Engineering services provider, Brooksource supports Fortune 500 organizations through Experience-Driven Staffing, Professional Services, and Elevate, our proprietary Workforce Transformation program. We offer flexible hiring models, including contract, contract-to-hire, and direct placement to meet your evolving business needs. Brooksource is a certified partner of leading platforms, including Salesforce, AWS, Microsoft, and Google Cloud, enabling us to deliver scalable, end-to-end technology solutions. With a growing national footprint, Brooksource is redefining expectations in IT consulting, engineering services, and technology workforce solutions.