IT Program Manager 3

What You Will Do

At Los Alamos National Laboratories (LANL), we push the boundaries of science and technology in a setting that values safety, security, and a collaborative culture. As an IT Program Manager 3 here, you'll be a key leader influencing mission-critical IT initiatives that support groundbreaking research and innovation. If you're ready for the challenge of transforming our IT landscape in alignment with the Lab's goals, this could be your next career move.

Join our team as an experienced IT Program Manager 3 at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL), where you'll provide visionary leadership within a fast-paced, high-impact environment. In this role, you'll oversee a dynamic portfolio of IT and Information Security programs that play a vital role in advancing LANL's mission and supporting national security. You'll work closely with both internal and external stakeholders, driving complex, multi-year initiatives that yield transformative outcomes.

As the HR IT Program Manager, you will serve as the essential bridge between HR and IT, spearheading innovative technology solutions across the HR landscape-from Benefits and Compensation to Employee Relations and Leadership support. Acting as the Product Owner, you'll directly champion HR's needs, aligning them with IT development through agile practices. Your leadership will be key in defining project scope, capturing requirements, and coordinating with IT teams to ensure seamless execution and sustainment of HR technology initiatives.

In this influential role, you'll set the business priorities for the IT Scrum Team, lead requirements reviews, coordinate testing, and facilitate collaboration between HR, subject matter experts, and development teams. If you're ready to drive meaningful change and shape the future of HR technology at LANL, this opportunity is for you!

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:
  • Safety and Security Commitment: Demonstrated ability to prioritize safety and security in all aspects of program management, with the capacity to stop work when necessary to protect personnel and information.
  • Stakeholder Liaison: Experience serving as the primary IT interface with stakeholders, with strong skills in defining, negotiating, and achieving program goals aligned with organizational priorities.
  • Strategic and Tactical Leadership: Proven track record in leading the planning and execution of diverse IT or Information Security portfolios, driving projects to meet technical and operational goals.
  • Partnership Building: Ability to develop and maintain effective partnerships with federal agencies, academic institutions, and private industry to advance program goals.
  • Program Success Management: Experience acting as a contractual agent for IT or Information Security programs, with skills in negotiating scope, schedules, and budgets to meet high performance standards.
  • Customer Representation: Ability to represent high-level internal and external customers, aligning program objectives with organizational priorities and managing resource allocation efficiently.
  • Execution Planning: Expertise in developing detailed execution plans that guide each phase of portfolio work, ensuring on-time and high-quality delivery.
  • Team Collaboration: Strong ability to collaborate with IT line managers and teams to achieve program milestones, providing clear guidance and direction.
  • Risk Management Proficiency: Experience working with risk management teams to identify, assess, and mitigate risks across IT or Information Security portfolios.
  • Independent Leadership: Demonstrated capability to establish reporting and documentation independently and serve as a spokesperson for program updates with senior management.
  • Agile Collaboration: Hands-on experience working with scrum teams, scrum masters, and product owners to coordinate and deliver program milestones.
  • Inclusive Leadership: Commitment to fostering a respectful, inclusive work environment free from discrimination and harassment.

Education/Experience: Education and Experience: A Bachelor's Degree in a related field with at least 8 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A postgraduate degree is an asset and may count toward years of experience.

Desired Qualifications:
  • Expertise in Program Management: Deep experience in IT or Information Security program management, with strong capabilities in budgeting, scheduling, and performance tracking.
  • Advanced Industry Knowledge: Proficiency with industry standards such as COBIT principles and Agile methodologies, with demonstrated success in strategic IT initiatives.
  • Communication and Negotiation Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication, with the ability to build trust, manage expectations, and collaborate effectively with all levels of stakeholders.
  • Compliance Standards Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of and adherence to LANL and regulatory compliance standards related to IT or Information Security.

Work Environment:
Work Location: This position will be located in Los Alamos, NM with the potential for teleworking from a location within 2 hours ground commute of this location. Reporting onsite will be periodically required. Telework is at the discretion of management and can change at any time with appropriate notice.




Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 Year.

Note to Applicants: Please attach a cover letter describing how you meet the minimum and or any of the desired requirements

Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
  • PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • Free basic life and disability insurance
  • Paid maternity and parental leave
  • Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
  • Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
  • Flexible schedules and time off (paid sick, vacation, and holidays)
  • Onsite gyms and wellness programs
  • Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)


Additional Details

Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.

*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.

Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-664-6947 option 2 and then option 3.