Lead Director – Agile Practice Management

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Connecticut.

📋 Description

• Oversee the complete delivery of a portfolio comprising strategic and regulatory technology initiatives within Aetna Commercial and Distinct Client Segments Delivery.

• Propel execution, outcomes, financial discipline, and collaborative team performance.

• Offer strategic oversight for the portfolio while providing hands-on leadership for programs.

• Collaborate with Engineering, Product, Architecture, Finance, and business leaders to prioritize and manage investments effectively.

• Develop the skills of Program Managers, Project Managers, and Scrum Masters.

• Act as the primary liaison connecting technology leaders with business stakeholders.

• Initiate and enhance programs.

• Set up governance and reporting standards.

• Administer portfolio financials covering capital and operational expenses, including forecasting, variance management, capacity planning, and investment trade-offs.

• Facilitate executive operating reviews, investment assessments, and governance forums across the organization.

• Promote delivery predictability, financial transparency, portfolio health, accountability, and ongoing improvement.

⛳️ Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in program and portfolio management, particularly with large-scale, intricate technology and business transformation initiatives in extensive, matrixed organizations.

• 5+ years managing substantial enterprise portfolios, with budgets exceeding $25M annually.

• 5+ years in a formal leadership role, guiding project, program, and portfolio management professionals, including responsibilities for hiring, performance management, and talent development.

• Proven experience in establishing new programs and developing operational rhythms, governance, and delivery practices from inception.

• Responsibility for portfolio budgets, encompassing forecasting, variance management, capital versus operational expenses, and investment trade-off decisions.

• Capability to implement governance that aligns with enterprise standards.

• Proficiency with Jira, Rally, Clarity, and other platforms for portfolio planning and financial management.

• Strong executive communication skills and the ability to influence VP and SVP leaders.

• Experience working within large, highly matrixed enterprise settings.

• Current Agile, program/project management, or equivalent professional certification such as SAFe, RTE, SPC, CSM, and/or PMP.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Business Management, Information Technology, or a related field is required.

• An equivalent combination of education, specialized training, certifications, and relevant professional experience will also be considered.

🏝️ Benefits

• CVS Health bonus, commission, or short-term incentive program.

• Award target in the company’s equity award program.

• Medical coverage.

• Dental coverage.

• Vision coverage.

• Paid time off.

• Retirement savings options.

• Wellness programs.

• Other resources supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being.