Key Responsibilities
Technical understanding and working knowledge
TEAM PLAYER IS A MUST
Lead large, complex, multi-million-dollar technology infrastructure programs from charter through implementation and closure.
Develop program charters, scope, objectives, success criteria, roadmaps, milestones, governance, RACI, KPIs/KRIs, and execution plans.
Manage multiple interconnected workstreams across Network, Compute, Cloud, Data Centers, Trading Infrastructure, Engineering, Architecture, Cybersecurity, Risk, Operations, Finance, Procurement, and vendors.
Own integrated program plans, critical paths, cross-team dependencies, RAID management, change control, and executive escalations.?Manage program budgets, forecasts, actuals, resource plans, and financial variances.
Identify technical, operational, financial, and organizational risks early and drive mitigation and resolution.?Lead executive steering committees and provide concise, decision-oriented reporting to senior management.
Translate complex technical issues into clear business impact, options, recommendations, and decisions.?Influence teams and senior stakeholders without relying on direct authority.
Navigate difficult conversations, conflicting priorities, and high-pressure situations while maintaining accountability and forward momentum.
Build strong partnerships across globally distributed teams and create a culture of transparency, ownership, and execution.Required Experience
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
10+ years in technical program/project management, including 5+ years leading enterprise-scale network or infrastructure programs.
Proven delivery of multi-million-dollar, multi-workstream strategic programs in complex global organizations.
Demonstrated ability to create and launch programs from concept/charter, not simply inherit established project plans.
Proven ability to author program charters and business cases and secure funding approval.
Deep working knowledge of enterprise network infrastructure, datacenters, enterprise computing, and cloud connectivity.
Expert-level Jira; strong Power BI (or equivalent) reporting; Confluence for documentation and knowledge management.
Exceptional written and verbal communication; proven track record presenting to and influencing senior executives.
Strong command of Agile, Scrum, and waterfall methodologies, with the judgment to know when to apply each.
Track record of succeeding in contract, consulting, or interim engagements with minimal ramp-up time.
Comfort with ambiguity; ability to bring unfocused, contested issues to a decision.
Strong financial management, forecasting, governance, and resource-management experience.
Strong technical aptitude with the ability to challenge assumptions and communicate credibly with engineers and architects.
Must be based in or able to commute to New York, NY; on-site presence required per firm hybrid policy.
Strong experience across several of the following:oEnterprise Network InfrastructureoEnterprise ComputeoData CentersoCloud / Hybrid Cloud InfrastructureoTrading / Low-Latency InfrastructureoInfrastructure ModernizationoTechnology Risk & ControlsoOperational Resilience / Disaster RecoveryoCybersecurity and Infrastructure Lifecycle ManagementPreferred?Financial Services / Capital Markets experience strongly preferred.
Experience supporting trading, markets, or other mission-critical/high-availability technology environments.
Experience with global infrastructure transformation, cloud adoption, network modernization, data center migration/consolidation, or technology resiliency programs.
Experience operating in highly regulated and risk-controlled environments.
PMP, Agile, ITIL, SAFe, Cisco CCNA/CCNP, CISSP, Cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP) certifications.
What We Are Looking ForWe need a program leader, not a program administrator.The right candidate can operate comfortably from the executive level down to detailed execution. They know the program's strategic objectives, financial position, critical path, major dependencies, technical risks, unresolved decisions, and stakeholder dynamics.They bring structure to ambiguity, challenge constructively, anticipate problems, hold teams accountable, bring people together, and remain composed when programs become difficult.Success in this role requires the combination of technical credibility + strategic thinking + disciplined execution + financial acumen + executive communication + leadership through influence.
Rate range -$60-$65Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field
- 10+ years of technical program or project management experience
- 5+ years leading enterprise-scale network or infrastructure programs
- Experience delivering multi-million-dollar, multi-workstream strategic programs in complex global organizations
- Experience creating and launching programs from concept or charter
- Experience authoring program charters and business cases and securing funding approval
- Deep working knowledge of enterprise network infrastructure, data centers, enterprise computing, and cloud connectivity
- Expert-level Jira experience
- Strong Power BI or equivalent reporting experience
- Confluence experience for documentation and knowledge management
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including executive presentation and influence
- Strong command of Agile, Scrum, and waterfall methodologies
- Experience succeeding in contract, consulting, or interim engagements with minimal ramp-up time
- Strong financial management, forecasting, governance, and resource-management experience
- Strong technical aptitude and ability to communicate credibly with engineers and architects
- Must be based in or able to commute to New York, NY
- On-site presence required under the firm's hybrid policy
- Experience across enterprise network infrastructure, enterprise compute, data centers, cloud or hybrid cloud infrastructure, trading infrastructure, infrastructure modernization, technology risk and controls, operational resilience, disaster recovery, cybersecurity, or infrastructure lifecycle management
- Financial services or capital markets experience
- Experience supporting trading, markets, or other mission-critical, high-availability technology environments
- Experience with global infrastructure transformation, cloud adoption, network modernization, data center migration or consolidation, or technology resiliency programs
- Experience operating in highly regulated and risk-controlled environments
- PMP, Agile, ITIL, SAFe, Cisco CCNA or CCNP, CISSP, AWS, Azure, or GCP certification
What We Do
Zealogics LLC provides a broad range of IT consulting, systems implementation and application outsourcing services through an optimized global delivery model. Zealogics builds deep knowledge of traditional product engineering across mechanical, electronics and software platforms, to enable clients to navigate their digital transformation. Zealogics values engineering techniques, automation frameworks, and reference models which are refined through engagements with Fortune 500 enterprises and OEMs. We combine customer-centric product strategies through a collaborative approach for execution. We help to harmonize processes, identify bottlenecks, and eliminate non-value tasks to deliver world-class products. With impeccable focus on client needs we connect specialized resources for the right positions, both for full time and contractual placements. Our long-term relationships with employees and clients have been built in an environment of integrity and commitment, with a shared goal of mutual success. Zealogics hires experienced people to solve a wide array of IT and Engineering challenges that our clients face. Our guarantee - Zealogics provides the best value services in town.
