Program Director (Project Director I - Tech) - Data center operations

Job Description
Job Description:
What's it like working for a company where you are treated as more than a number? Empowering. Joining our Enterprise Shared Services team means you are the backbone behind managing all the technology aspects for multiple contracts and programs that help keep nations safe. With the diversity of our offerings and work, you'll get to take on new challenges while your career reaches new heights.
BAE is looking for an experienced Program Director manage a complex, enterprise-impacting Data Center Transformation program that will drive business value, reduce costs, and improve overall resilience. You will develop and execute a comprehensive plan for the program, ensuring successful delivery of strategic cloud adoption, modernization of architecture, and transformation of data center infrastructure.
The candidate will have strong program management experience managing multiple concurrent programs with several projects rolling up under each of the program. The candidate will be leading a multi-year program through the project life-cycle management framework, with visibility and reporting to executive leadership.
Program leadership in this role will include:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive execution plan for the Data Center Transformation program, leveraging our life-cycle management framework
• Lead and manage cross-functional teams, including Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), to ensure successful program execution
• Manage program schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans, ensuring alignment with program goals and objectives
• Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks, ensuring compliance with BAE Systems' policies and procedures
• Develop and implement effective communication and stakeholder management plans, ensuring engagement with senior leadership, stakeholders, and team members
• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and procurement activities for the program
• Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to ensure alignment with BAE Systems' overall IT strategy and business objectives
• Ensure the program is delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards
• Provide executive-level reporting on program status, progress, and issues to senior leadership and stakeholders

This role requires a seasoned leader who can drive successful program execution, leveraging our life-cycle management framework, and deliver business value through a comprehensive Data Center Transformation program. If you have experience in leading complex business-facing initiatives and a passion for driving digital transformation, we encourage you to apply. The candidate shall leverage servant leadership, emotional intelligence, strong communication and decision-making skills to navigate effectively across all functional areas and organizational levels.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Required Education, Experience, and Skills

• Bachelor's Degree and minimum 12 years of work experience in IT, data center operations, or a related field
• Enhanced servant leadership skills and customer-centric approach
• Experience in leading complex business-facing initiatives, preferably in data center transformation or modernization
• Strong stakeholder management skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities
• Business and strategic plan development, project finance management, and earned value management experience
• Process development experience and executive-level communication and presentation skills
• Expertise in Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Experience with data center infrastructure, including power distribution, floor layouts, backup systems, and cooling systems
• Knowledge of cloud computing, including migration of workloads to cloud providers

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills

• Experience driving enterprise standardization and transformation with executive-level accountability
• PMP Certification and Agile Certification
• Hands-on implementation experience with data center transformation or modernization
• Knowledge of IT service management frameworks, such as ITIL

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $150370 - $255630
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.