IT Project Manager

Overview and Responsibilities:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced IT Project Manager to join the team! The ideal candidate will lead complex technology projects from initiation through delivery. The role calls for a problem solver with leadership, communication, and organizational skills to manage teams and deliver projects on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities:

· Lead the planning and implementation of IT projects, including infrastructure upgrades, software development, and system integrations

· Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business objectives in collaboration with partners

· Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocations

· Handle project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure financial accountability

· Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for detailed execution

· Identify and mitigate project risks and issues, and implement contingency plans

· Communicate project status, risks, and issues to partners and senior leadership

· Ensure compliance with IT governance, security policies, and regulatory requirements

· Mentor interns and contribute to the improvement of project management methodologies

Basic Qualifications:

· Bachelor's degree in information technology, Business, or related field or equivalent experience

· PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification along with a solid understanding of both Agile and Waterfall methodologies

· 4+ years of experience in IT project management, with at least 1 year in a senior or lead role

Additional Qualifications:

· Experience in cloud migration, cybersecurity, or enterprise software implementation

· Experience leading large-scale, cross-functional IT projects

· Certification in cloud technologies (AWS, OCI, etc.)

· Familiarity with ITIL or other IT service management frameworks

· Knowledge of IT infrastructure components including servers, networks, storage, and virtualization

· Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and collaborator management skills

· Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, Jira, Asana, ServiceNow) including automation

· Understanding of the Objective and Key Results (OKR) management framework

Paramount Global (NASDAQ: PARA, PARAA) is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic studios, networks and streaming services, Paramount's portfolio of consumer brands includes CBS, Showtime Networks, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+, Pluto TV and Simon & Schuster, among others. Paramount delivers the largest share of the U.S. television audience and boasts one of the industry's most important and extensive libraries of TV and film titles. In addition to offering innovative streaming services and digital video products, the company provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution and advertising solutions.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $115,000.00 - 140,000.00. The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.  The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable,  as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position is bonus eligible.  

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Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

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