JOB REQUIREMENTS: At Northwestern Mutual, we are strong, innovative and growing. We invest in our people. We care and make a positive difference. Summary Plans, coordinates and actively manages the IT delivery plans for complex, cross-functional technical solutions that generally spans multiple, technical products. Manages the end to end plan that is inclusive of all of the changes needed to technical products in support of initiative outcomes. Projects often involve network, server, or software implementation and upgrades, PC deployment and the like. Primary Duties & Responsibilities Accountable for aligning one or more large, complex programs consisting of multiple efforts. Makes connections across teams and work streams to drive identification and facilitation of interdependencies. Accountable for defining the program structure and creating a single, unified plan to deliver on the program objectives. Drives for clarity on objectives, priorities and measures. Accountable for identifying, assessing and mitigating program risks and issues, and removing impediments. May lead or mentor program managers. Qualifications Bachelor\'s degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Information Systems or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. Minimum 6 years of professional experience. Fiveor more years of program management experience in technology and/or business functions. Experience with program management methodologies & governance. Experience with project management methodologies & SDLC. Working knowledge of project management / agile tooling. Financial & team management. Understands how software is developed, tested and implemented as well as technical concepts. Ability to work closely with engineers, product managers and business leaders. Experience managing large scale, cross-functional initiatives using a variety of delivery methodologies (i.e. waterfall, agile, lean, scrum, etc.) Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Intellectual curiosity and a desire to dig into details, learn, ask questions and become the \"\"go to expert\"\" on certain concepts and topics. Leads highly visible multidisciplinary project teams or initiatives; provides thought leadership. Solves unique problems with broad impact on the business; requires conceptual and innovative thinking to develop solutions. Impacts the direction and resource allocation for program, project or services; works within general department policies and industry guidelines. Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus. #LI-Hybrid Compensation Range: Pay Range - Start: \$100,030.00 Pay Range - End: \$185,770.00 Northwestern Mutual pays on a geographic-specific salary structure and placement in the salary range for this position will be... For full info follow application link. EEO/AA Employer/Vets/Disability ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/2CA8EA4C026E4F79 Qualified females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.