IT Program Manager – Enterprise Modernization & Cybersecurity

IT Program Manager – Enterprise Modernization & CybersecurityLocation: Mechanicsburg, PA (onsite with occasional hybrid flexibility)Clearance: Active Secret Security Clearance (IT-II) RequiredTravel: Occasional travel for program reviews, stakeholder meetings, or site accessLead Enterprise IT Modernization at the Forefront of Innovation

At Rackner, we deliver advanced technical and programmatic solutions that modernize mission-critical enterprise systems, strengthen cybersecurity postures, and ensure operational excellence in complex, compliance-driven environments.

As an IT Program Manager, you will drive enterprise-scale modernization initiatives, influence strategic technical decisions, and lead multi-disciplinary teams to deliver measurable, high-stakes impact. You will operate at the intersection of technical leadership, cybersecurity compliance, and program execution, gaining visibility and recognition as a subject matter expert (SME).

This is a hands-on, on-site leadership role, offering prestige, autonomy, and career growth—ideal for a results-driven professional ready to shape the future of secure enterprise IT systems.

What You’ll Own

• Lead high-visibility IT modernization programs, managing scope, cost, risk, and performance across multiple projects.
• Translate complex requirements into actionable strategies, guiding architecture, cybersecurity, and system lifecycle management.
• Establish and enforce program governance, including schedules, KPIs, and risk mitigation for distributed teams.
• Ensure compliance and cybersecurity excellence, aligning solutions with RMF, NIST, and IAM frameworks.
• Engage and influence senior stakeholders, delivering executive-ready insights and performance dashboards.
• Mentor and empower cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration, accountability, and high performance across engineering, cybersecurity, and operations.
• Drive Agile and DevSecOps adoption, leveraging automation and cloud-native tools to accelerate secure delivery.
• Produce high-quality documentation and reporting, ensuring transparency, compliance, and strategic alignment.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years leading IT, software engineering, or systems modernization programs with measurable success.
• Proven record managing complex, compliance-driven IT programs in highly regulated or enterprise-grade environments.
• Deep expertise in cybersecurity, risk management, and accreditation frameworks (RMF, NIST, ITIL).
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications: CISM, CISSP (or Associate), GSLC preferred.
• Agile/DevSecOps experience in cloud modernization and cybersecurity programs.
• Familiarity with DoD 8570 standards and enterprise compliance environments.
• CWF Certification may be required for certain IAM support tasks (anticipated IAM III).

Why Rackner & This Role Stand Out

Joining Rackner means making a measurable impact on high-stakes enterprise IT systems, operating at SME-level influence, and shaping the technical and strategic direction of complex modernization programs.

What You Gain:

• Prestige & Impact: Lead programs that strengthen critical systems and influence enterprise-wide technical strategy.
• Autonomy & Authority: Shape program outcomes, guide technical roadmaps, and influence high-level decisions.
• Career Growth & Professional Development: Access leadership training, certifications, and exposure to emerging technologies.
• Collaboration & Community: Partner with elite engineers, cybersecurity specialists, and senior leaders.
• Hybrid Flexibility: Primarily onsite in Mechanicsburg, with occasional hybrid options for specific tasks.
• Comprehensive Benefits: 401(k) with 100% match up to 6%, medical/dental/vision insurance, generous PTO, short- & long-term disability, life insurance, weekly pay, professional development reimbursement, and home office stipend.

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