IT Planning Analyst (40000)

About the role

• Participate in developing a methodology for analyzing unstructured or loosely-structured business and IT plans from state agencies;
• Collect and validate data to be used in development of a sustainable process;
• State business and IT plan research with collaborative follow up with authors to obtain clarification and further details;
• Tabulate and cross-reference the concepts identified in State business and IT plans;
• Identify and research other appropriate inputs which could be utilized to draft the Statewide Strategic IT Plan;
• Recommend programs for inclusion in the Statewide Strategic IT plan;
• Research and cost-benefit analysis of the recommended programs contained in the Statewide IT Plan
• Draft a business case for the recommended programs;
• Draft portions of the Statewide IT Plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years IT experience with exposure to both strategy and execution of IT initiatives;
• Associate Degree in Information Technology or related field, or equivalent experience;
• Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills;
• Demonstrated ability to lead discussions and make presentations;
• Strong reading, analytical and critical thinking skills;
• Solid experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Desired Skills, Abilities & Experience

• Demonstrated experience developing or influencing enterprise technology strategy;
• 2-3 years in an IT management role
• Prior experience at any level of government is desirable (Federal, State, County, Local);
• Ability to influence and gain acceptance;
• Ability to work as a key member of a team;
• Ability to meet critical deliverables on schedule;
• Must be able to work independently with high-level requirements and minimal supervision.

Additional Information

• "All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines".
• All candidates who are authorized to work in US are encouraged to apply.
• Candidates must clear the Background check prior to commencing the assignment.

Third Party Candidates

Email your candidate/s resume to joseph dot shelton at idealforce.com along with the following details: Rate, Current location and Availability.