Sr Manager -PMO (US Federal)

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About the Team

The Product and Technology PMO at Workday spearheads strategic company initiatives. Our team of program leaders collaborate across boundary partners to deliver tangible business outcomes for the organization.

About the Role

This role will support one or more direct or indirect contracts with the U.S. Federal Government which, due to federal government security requirements, mandates that all Workday personnel working on the contracts be United States citizens (naturalized or native).

Workday is seeking a Senior Manager to join our team and support our growing Federal business.

As a change agent, you will collaborate with executive leadership, program sponsors, boundary partners, business leads, and technology teams to drive the successful implementation of large-scale, cross-organization strategic programs aimed at enterprise growth in the Federal market!

About You

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for building high-performing teams and driving impactful outcomes within the federal sector?

We are seeking a dynamic individual to establish and lead a world-class Federal Program Management Office!

In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in crafting the delivery strategy for Workday's portfolio of programs across diverse federal customers and compliance landscapes, including IL4, IL5, and Top Secret.

We're looking for a leader who:

• Is a Strategic Problem solver: You can develop a vision for the Federal PMO, aligning to Workday's federal strategy and customer needs.

• Embodies Operational Excellence: You possess a deep understanding of PMO standard methodologies and can establish efficient, scalable processes and methodologies.

• Is a Collaborative Partner: You excel at building positive relationships with cross-functional teams, federal customers, and partners at all levels, encouraging a culture of collaboration and shared success.

• Is a Delivery-Focused Driver: You are adept at setting clear expectations, tracking progress, proactively mitigating risks, and ensuring delivery of critical program outcomes.

• Is Adaptable and Resilient: You thrive in a dynamic environment, embracing change and effectively navigating sophisticated challenges inherent in federal projects.

• Is a Strong Communicator: You can articulate complex ideas clearly and concisely, tailoring your communication style to diverse audiences, including executive leadership and technical teams.

• Is a Talent Developer: You are passionate about building and mentoring an impactful PMO team, fostering their growth and development.

Basic Qualifications: 

• This role requires candidates have an ACTIVE TS/SCI WITH CI POLYGRAPH

• 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in program and/or project management, with a significant focus (5+ years) on managing large-scale, critical initiatives within the U.S. Federal Government and/or Public Sector.

• 5 years experience establishing and leading Program Management Offices (PMOs) specifically supporting technology deployments and/or software development lifecycle (SDLC) within federal environments.

• Understanding of federal government business models, procurement processes, and compliance requirements, including experience navigating security frameworks such as FedRAMP and specific Impact Levels (IL4, IL5).

• Experience managing projects with stringent security and compliance mandates, including knowledge of relevant security controls and authorization processes.

Other Qualifications :

• Proven track record of successfully leading the delivery of SaaS product development and deployment projects within cloud environments for Intelligence Community (IC) and/or Department of Defense (DoD) customers.

• Strong understanding of various project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid) and the ability to apply them appropriately based on project needs and federal requirements.

• Experience managing Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions within secure cloud environments (e.g., AWS GovCloud, Azure Government), with a focus on U.S. citizenship, US Person, and cleared resource-based access controls.

• Familiarity with Workday's suite of products and implementation methodologies.

• Experience managing programs involving cross-functional teams, including engineering, product management, sales, and customer success.

• Relevant certifications such as PMP, PgMP, or Agile certifications (e.g., CSM, CSPO).

• Strong technical savvy with a solid understanding of cloud infrastructure, security principles, and software development practices.

Workday Pay Transparency Statement

The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below.  Workday pay ranges vary based on work location. As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Workday Bonus Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants. Recruiters can share more detail during the hiring process. Each candidate’s compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, geography, experience, skills, job duties, and business need, among other things. For more information regarding Workday’s comprehensive benefits, please click here.

Primary Location: USA.VA.McLean (Tyson's Corner)

Primary Location Base Pay Range: $183,100 USD - $274,700 USD

Additional US Location(s) Base Pay Range: $165,700 USD - $294,400 USD

Our Approach to Flexible Work
 

With Flex Work, we’re combining the best of both worlds: in-person time and remote. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in-office each week, we simply spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role). This means you'll have the freedom to create a flexible schedule that caters to your business, team, and personal needs, while being intentional to make the most of time spent together. Those in our remote "home office" roles also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for important moments that matter.

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