Department: Information Technology
Location: Little Rock, AR
Visionary Integration Professionals (VIP) provides industry-leading management consulting, system integration, and technology deployment solutions. VIP helps its clients strengthen mission outcomes by combining deep industry specialization, agility to adapt as needed, and an unwavering commitment to client satisfaction. VIP brings expertise in how to deploy systems that align people, processes, and technology to accelerate strategic change and to deliver business results in partnership with its clients. Since 1996, VIP has worked with over 1,200 public sector and commercial clients. For more information, visit https://trustvip.com.
Join VIP: A strategic approach to accelerate your career! Location preference: Little Rock, Arkansas (not required).
OVERVIEW
We are seeking a highly strategic and execution-focused Program Manager to lead advisory engagements centered on IT application assessments, workforce skills evaluation, PMO deployment, and strategic roadmap development. This role sits at the intersection of business transformation and technology, driving measurable client outcomes through structured assessments and actionable strategies. The ideal candidate brings a blend of consulting rigor, program leadership, and deep IT domain expertise, with the ability to translate complex insights into clear, executable plans.
KEY RESPONSIBLITIES
Program Leadership & Delivery
Lead end-to-end delivery of advisory programs across multiple client engagements
Define program scope, objectives, timelines, and success metrics
Manage cross-functional teams including SMEs, analysts, and client stakeholders
Ensure high-quality deliverables aligned to client expectations and business outcomes
IT Application Assessments
Oversee assessments of enterprise application landscapes (performance, cost, scalability, risk)
Identify opportunities for rationalization, modernization, and optimization
Translate findings into prioritized recommendations and business cases
Analyze Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) across application portfolios, including infrastructure, licensing, support, and operational costs
Identify cost optimization opportunities through consolidation, modernization, and retirement strategies
Develop data-driven recommendations that balance cost, performance, and business value
Skills & Workforce Assessment
Lead evaluation of workforce capabilities across IT and business functions
Identify skill gaps aligned to future-state operating models
Develop upskilling, reskilling, and talent strategy recommendations
PMO Deployment & Governance
Design and implement PMO frameworks tailored to client maturity levels
Establish governance models, reporting structures, and performance management processes
Drive adoption of best practices in project and portfolio management
Roadmap Development
Develop strategic and execution roadmaps aligned to business and technology objectives
Prioritize initiatives based on value, risk, and feasibility
Align stakeholders around phased implementation plans
Incorporate TCO analysis into prioritization and sequencing of initiatives
Align investment decisions with long-term cost efficiency and ROI
Stakeholder Engagement
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders
Facilitate workshops, executive briefings, and decision-making sessions
Communicate complex insights in a clear, concise, and compelling manner
Continuous Improvement
Capture lessons learned and refine advisory methodologies
Contribute to development of reusable frameworks, tools, and accelerators
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
712+ years of experience in program management, consulting, or IT advisory
Proven experience leading enterprise-level transformation or assessment initiatives
Strong knowledge of IT landscapes, application lifecycle, and PMO frameworks
Experience developing strategic roadmaps and business cases
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple concurrent programs in a fast-paced environment
Willingness to travel as needed, with a mix of onsite and virtual delivery
Preferred
Background in management consulting or advisory services
Experience with industry frameworks (e.g., TIME, PACE, SFIA or similar models)
Familiarity with Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid delivery methodologies
PMP, PgMP, or similar certification
Experience with tools such as Jira, MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar
Additional Considerations
Location preference: Little Rock, Arkansas (not required)
KEY COMPETENCIES
Strategic thinking with strong execution discipline
Analytical and structured problem-solving
Leadership and cross-functional team coordination
Client-facing communication and influence
Adaptability and resilience
SUCCESS MEASURES
Delivery of high-quality assessments and actionable recommendations
Successful PMO implementations and governance adoption
Client satisfaction, repeat engagements, and account growth
Measurable business impact from roadmap execution
The compensation for this position is $135,000 to $200,000 per year depending on experience and qualifications. Employees are also eligible for performance-based bonus/ to participate in a performance-based incentive plan. This position is eligible for a benefits package including; medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, 7 paid holidays and accrued PTO.
