[Remote] IT Program Coordinator / PMO Analyst

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. IT Associates is seeking an IT Program Coordinator / PMO Analyst for a complex Cloud Migration program. The role involves supporting the Program Manager, maintaining the Integrated Project Plan, and ensuring reliable delivery execution across multiple teams and initiatives.ResponsibilitiesMaintain and update the Integrated Project Plan (IPP) as the system of record for deliverables, dependencies, and sequencingMaintain explicit dependency mapping across deliverables and migration wavesIdentify patterns of converging risks, delays, and dependencies that may impact delivery stabilityIdentify schedule slippage early and propose mitigation optionsEnforce plan integrity by ensuring status, dependencies, and RAID data are accurate, current, and decision-gradeEstablish and enforce structure where data, ownership, or processes are incomplete or inconsistentMaintain RAID registers with clear deliverable linkage, ownership, due dates, and closure criteriaFacilitate RAID review sessions and escalate blockers systematicallyEnsure all RAID items are linked to impacted deliverables within the planSkills12 months + REMOTE contractOccasional travel to Chicago (expenses paid)Multi year complex Cloud Migration program involving 50+ applications, 10+ teams, and multi‑phase timelinesRole Supports the Program ManagerExecution operations focused professional who thrives in complex delivery environmentsIdentifies risks earlyEnforces delivery disciplineAssists the Program Manager to keep a large program stable and predictableDrive structured, reliable delivery execution across complex, multi-team initiativesOwn and maintain the Integrated Project Plan (IPP)Ensure deliverables, dependencies, and sequencing remain accurate, aligned, and actionableProactively identify risks, delays, and dependency conflictsLeverage RAID management to surface issues early, drive resolution, and maintain delivery stabilityStrong project management fundamentals and toolingEnforce plan integrityMonitor schedule performanceImplement mitigation strategies as neededStrong execution controlSystems thinkingOperational disciplineEnsure data accuracy, consistent processes, and decision-ready visibility, even in evolving or ambiguous environmentsPMI frameworks (PMBOK / Agile/ Hybrid methodologies)Schedule management techniques (critical path, dependencies, resource leveling)RAID management frameworks and escalation protocolsChange control and configuration management processesSmartSheet, Jira, MS ProjectsMaintain and update the Integrated Project Plan (IPP) as the system of record for deliverables, dependencies, and sequencingMaintain explicit dependency mapping across deliverables and migration wavesIdentify patterns of converging risks, delays, and dependencies that may impact delivery stabilityIdentify schedule slippage early and propose mitigation optionsEnforce plan integrity by ensuring status, dependencies, and RAID data are accurate, current, and decision-gradeEstablish and enforce structure where data, ownership, or processes are incomplete or inconsistentMaintain RAID registers with clear deliverable linkage, ownership, due dates, and closure criteriaFacilitate RAID review sessions and escalate blockers systematicallyEnsure all RAID items are linked to impacted deliverables within the planSee downstream impacts of upstream delays across migration wavesRecognize patterns in RAID data (recurring issue types, bottleneck teams)Spot early warning signals in schedule variance trendsMaintain plan hygiene under pressure (accurate updates, no drift in RAID status)Execute repeatable update cycles (daily RAID scrubs, weekly baseline reviews)Enforce data entry standards across distributed teamsProactively surface risks before they become issuesMaintain decision-grade status (actionable, current, complete)Operate effectively in environments where processes, data, and ownership are still maturingBenefitsA range of medical, dental, retirement and/or other benefits are available after a waiting period.Company OverviewIT Associates provides businesses and organizations with IT, data, consulting, and communications services and equipment. It was founded in 1997, and is headquartered in Warrenville, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://www.itassociatesinc.com/.