APM Program Lead - IT Strategy & Governance

BEPC is actively looking for Application Portfolio Management (APM) Program Lead, in Plano, TX area!

W2 Contract – 6 months with possible extensions!

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Pay Rate: $65.00 - $73.53/hour - Determined based on experience (Paid Weekly)

Work Model: Hybrid role, onsite Monday through Thursday

Interview Process: Round 1: Virtual – 45 minutes; Round 2: In-person panel – 60 minutes.

Note: This is a W2 only role — C2C, C2H will not be considered

Summary of the Role:

BEPC is seeking a highly motivated APM Practice Lead to join our client’s site in Plano, TX. This role will support a greenfield Application Portfolio Management (APM) initiative focused on building application portfolio management, governance, and inventory processes from the ground up.

The APM Practice Lead will play a pivotal role in supporting the Chief Product Officer organization, with responsibility for designing application inventory management routines and implementing them using a System of Record. This role will manage the existing application portfolio with a focus on the quality, completeness, and integrity of application metadata.

The position combines cross-organization interactions, business strategy assistance and planning, application asset inventory management, and application governance. The role requires a strategic professional who can drive enterprise initiatives, pilots, and process design while partnering with teams supporting ServiceNow CMDB.

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

Application Portfolio Management (APM)

• Design and implement application inventory management routines, application-to-capability mapping with Enterprise Architecture (EA), application criticality classification and rating, and application health assessment/rating.
• Define a data dictionary for application assets and effectively leverage various existing Systems of Record (SoRs) as references to create a unified view of the application portfolio.
• Collaborate with Solution Architects and Principal Engineers on process design.
• Ensure periodic certifications by Application Owners for data accuracy.
• Ensure data integrity between upstream and downstream systems with respect to application metadata.
• Conduct in-depth analyses of portfolio performance, identifying areas for improvement and potential investment opportunities.
• Define the APM framework, manage application inventory, establish governance, and partner with teams supporting ServiceNow CMDB.

Governance and Compliance

• Provide portfolio oversight and governance/controls and manage risk, audit, and regulatory requirements, communications, and deliverables associated with APM and portfolio governance.
• Identify and assess APM compliance risks, including outdated technology, lack of proper controls, or dependence on non-compliant vendors.
• Recommend and implement solutions involving retiring risky applications, implementing compliance controls, or selecting compliant vendors.
• Provide analytics and insights about the portfolio.
• Track the portfolio’s compliance status and report it to relevant stakeholders, including compliance officers and senior management.
• Support Application Lifecycle Management governance routines.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Initiative Leadership

• Develop strong partnerships with key stakeholders, including product managers, business leaders, and external partners, to ensure alignment of technology and business strategies.
• Work in cross-functional teams on strategic initiatives, fostering collaboration and driving consensus across diverse groups.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization to advocate for the strategic value of technology investments.
• Drive enterprise initiatives, pilots, and process design..

Main Qualifications: 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business or IT, or equivalent education and related training.
• Experience: 10+ years of leadership, enterprise technology, and operations experience.
• Strong experience with IT strategy, portfolio management, Application Asset Management, and Application Lifecycle Management.
• Ability to build productivity tools using vibe coding, PowerApps, AWS Kiro, or similar tools.
• Expertise in strategic planning and enterprise initiatives.
• Change management and organizational transformation experience.
• Program management and initiative planning and execution experience.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with executives.
• Knowledge of current and emerging IT trends, technologies, and best practices in portfolio and application management.
• Executive stakeholder management.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Initiative leadership and cross-functional collaboration.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience in a top-tier relevant banking industry or large financial institution.
• Understanding of key banking solutions and applications.
• Moderate understanding of enterprise technology stacks and hands-on experience with technology strategic planning and architecture.
• Experience with APM, ServiceNow/CMDB, and application governance.
• Exposure to AI-enabled development tools such as AWS Kiro.
• Visionary thinking with the ability to anticipate future technology trends and their potential business impact.
• Strong negotiation and influence skills, with the ability to advocate for technology strategies at the executive level.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to bridge the gap between technology and business teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think creatively and strategically.

About BEPC

BEPC Inc., founded in 2007, is a 100% employee-owned company providing top-tier consulting and staffing solutions across industries like technology, engineering, manufacturing, and project management. At BEPC, we are driven by innovation and a commitment to excellence. We take pride in fostering a collaborative and innovative environment where our team members thrive. With competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, BEPC is dedicated to supporting our employees' personal and professional growth.

Apply Now!

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting an up-to-date resume that highlights how your experience aligns with the role. Please include specific examples that demonstrate your qualifications. We look forward to connecting with you!

About BEPC

BEPC Inc., founded in 2007, is a 100% employee-owned company providing top-tier consulting and staffing solutions across industries like technology, engineering, manufacturing, and project management. At BEPC, we are driven by innovation and a commitment to excellence. We take pride in fostering a collaborative and innovative environment where our team members thrive.

With competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, BEPC is dedicated to supporting our employees' personal and professional growth.