Maplesoft Group is currently seeking an IT Project Manager/Portfolio Manager for our client.

Tasks and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

- Provide strategic oversight and operational execution for Enterprise IT Portfolio Management, with a primary focus on the Cyber Security and Technology Program.
- Bring 7+ years of experience managing large-scale cyber security and infrastructure-related projects.
- Demonstrate proven expertise in both traditional Waterfall and Agile delivery models.
- Have hands-on experience as both a program manager and a Scrum Master, including facilitating the work of a Cyber Security Team.
- Navigate complex technical environments while ensuring alignment with corporate priorities and program objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Portfolio Planning and Strategic Alignment
- Collaborate with senior leaders to ensure the Cyber Security and Technology Program meets its goals and aligns with enterprise priorities.
- Contribute to the IT portfolio roadmap with a focus on cyber security and infrastructure initiatives.
- Review proposed initiatives to ensure alignment with corporate objectives, resource availability, and value delivery.
- Support sponsors in prioritization exercises when required.
- Performance Monitoring and Analytics
- Update dashboards and reporting tools to monitor portfolio health, tracking metrics such as budget adherence, schedule performance, risk exposure, and benefit realization.
- Provide analysis of cyber security and infrastructure program data to identify trends, issues, and risks.
- Present status, insights, and recommendations at executive-level governance forums.

Stakeholder Engagement and Advisory
- Act as a liaison between Partner IT delivery teams, business units, finance, and enterprise planning to ensure a consistent understanding of portfolio priorities.
- Provide coaching and guidance to Partner project managers, Scrum Masters, and business leads on portfolio management practices, tools, and expectations.
- Foster a collaborative culture across business, technology, and delivery teams.

Risk and Change Management
- Monitor and assess reported risks, dependencies, and constraints at the portfolio level, with particular attention to cyber security and infrastructure challenges.
- Escalate issues to senior leadership as required.
- Support change management activities for each project, including stakeholder communications, training, and adoption strategies.

Qualifications
- Minimum 7 years’ experience managing complex cyber security and infrastructure-related programs and projects.
- Proven track record in both Waterfall and Agile delivery models, with hands-on experience as both a program manager and a Scrum Master.
- Experience facilitating the work of a Cyber Security Team as a Scrum Master.
- Strong partnership management skills and the ability to work with external delivery partners.
- Strong analytical skills with experience creating status reports and portfolio health dashboards.
- Familiarity with portfolio management platforms (e.g., ServiceNow, Azure DevOps).
- Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Advanced knowledge of cyber security governance, compliance, and infrastructure modernization best practices.

Assets
- Certification in portfolio or project management (e.g., PfMP, PMP) and/or Agile certifications (e.g., CSM, SAFe).
- Experience in a Crown corporation or public sector environment.
- Experience working in a financial organization.


Maplesoft Group prides itself on its distinct corporate culture and recognizes that success is a direct reflection of our most valuable asset - our people.  Therefore, attitude and ambition are key personality traits we seek out, along with skill and aptitude, in potential employees.

Maplesoft Group is committed to having a diverse, representative workforce and continuing to build an inclusive environment. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Maplesoft Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Aboriginal peoples or any other legally protected factors. 

All employment decisions are made based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. 

We are committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes, and a work environment that supports our diverse workforce. Please let us know if you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process. We can be reached at Maplesoft Info at info@maplesoftgroup.com.

We thank you for your interest in Maplesoft Group and wish to advise you, that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.