Information Technology Auditor jobs in Mississippi

The Mississippi Department of Information Technology Services’ (ITS) Data Services Division is seeking a qualified person for the role of Information Technology Project Manager Team Lead for the Development Team. Successful candidates should have a technology background and have experience managing IT projects, have basic knowledge of application lifecycle management and DevSecOps practices, and have a desire to contribute to the digital transformation of important business functions in state government. This position will lead and coordinate projects for a small development team and will be accountable for the execution of projects and management of staffing resources.

Key Responsibilities

• Works with customers to determine application development project scope and requirements, and performs due diligence and risk assessment before project acceptance;
• Performs project cost estimates, timeline projections, and data migration planning;
• Works with developer staff to monitor project work assignment, helps prioritize assignments and activities, and reassesses as necessary;
• Monitors the quality and timeliness of work to meet project requirements and deadlines;
• Supports and motivates team members; encourages continuous education, training, and professional growth opportunities;
• Builds and maintains healthy working relationships with other divisions and groups;
• Builds and maintains good customer relationships with agencies, vendors, and other organizations;
• Uses established policies, procedures, and guidelines to complete project work efficiently;
• Dedicates time to learning about new products, technologies, skills, and methodologies to continuously evolve the team to offer innovative solutions;
• Helps recruit, interview, and retain new talent for the Development Team;
• Proactively communicates project status to all stakeholders and ensures that team members do the same;
• Addresses customer and vendor complaints or issues quickly, consistently, and in the best interest of the State of Mississippi, and
• Clearly defines long-term goals, objectives, and strategies for the Development Team in its mission to support the agency and the State of Mississippi

Required Experience

Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 7-10 years of relevant IT experience. Incumbent often possesses specialized knowledge in an IT discipline.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $73,673.08 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 7 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Jackson, MS 39211: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person