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Humana

Director, IT PMO - Segments

Atlanta, GA · Hybrid

The Director unifies PMO capabilities into a cohesive model that enhances delivery consistency, transparency, and risk management across enterprise technology services while driving successful ...

Humana

Director, IT PMO - Segments

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

The Director unifies PMO capabilities into a cohesive model that enhances delivery consistency, transparency, and risk management across enterprise technology services while driving successful ...

Humana

Director, IT PMO - Segments

Tampa, FL · Hybrid

The Director unifies PMO capabilities into a cohesive model that enhances delivery consistency, transparency, and risk management across enterprise technology services while driving successful ...

Humana

Director, IT PMO - Segments

Charlotte, NC · Hybrid

The Director unifies PMO capabilities into a cohesive model that enhances delivery consistency, transparency, and risk management across enterprise technology services while driving successful ...

BlackSky

Senior PMO Analyst

Herndon, VA · Hybrid

$144K - $144K/yr

The Senior Analyst role enables the Portfolio Management Office (PMO) by working in close coordination with the PMO Director to develop, maintain, and operate full lifecycle processes for the ...

Humana

Director, IT PMO - Segments

Tampa, FL · Hybrid

The Director unifies PMO capabilities into a cohesive model that enhances delivery consistency, transparency, and risk management across enterprise technology services while driving successful ...

Humana

Director, IT PMO - Segments

Boston, MA · Hybrid

The Director unifies PMO capabilities into a cohesive model that enhances delivery consistency, transparency, and risk management across enterprise technology services while driving successful ...

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How much do director project management office jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for director project management office in the United States is $124,379.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $101,000.00 and $147,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a Director of the Project Management Office typically collaborate with executive leadership and project managers to align projects with organizational strategy?

A Director of the Project Management Office (PMO) plays a key role in bridging the gap between executive leadership and project teams. They work closely with executives to understand business goals and strategic priorities, then ensure that project managers and their teams are executing initiatives that align with these objectives. This often involves participating in strategic planning meetings, setting project governance standards, and regularly communicating progress and challenges to leadership. Effective collaboration requires strong communication skills and the ability to translate high-level strategy into actionable project plans.

What is the difference between Director Project Management Office vs Project Manager?

AspectDirector Project Management OfficeProject Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees multiple projects, strategic planning, PMO policiesManages individual projects, executes project plans
CertificationsPMP, PgMP, PMI-ACP often preferredPMP, CAPM common
Work EnvironmentStrategic, leadership-focused, cross-projectOperational, task-focused, project-specific
Industry UsageCommon in large organizations with PMOsWidespread across industries and project sizes

The main difference is that the Director Project Management Office focuses on strategic oversight and governance of the entire PMO, while the Project Manager handles the day-to-day management of individual projects. The Director typically has broader responsibilities, higher-level certifications, and works in a strategic capacity, whereas the Project Manager is more execution-oriented.

What are Director Project Management Office roles and responsibilities?

A Director of the Project Management Office (PMO) oversees the PMO team and ensures that all organizational projects adhere to established standards and methodologies. This role involves strategic planning, resource allocation, and ensuring that projects align with the company’s goals. Directors are responsible for improving project efficiency, managing risks, and reporting on project status to senior leadership. They may also develop best practices, mentor project managers, and drive process improvements across the organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Director of Project Management Office, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director of Project Management Office, you need extensive experience in project management, a track record of leading large-scale initiatives, and often a degree in business or a related field. Proficiency with project management methodologies (like Agile or Waterfall), PMO software (such as Microsoft Project or Jira), and certifications like PMP or PgMP are typically required. Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management skills set top candidates apart. These competencies ensure effective project delivery, alignment with organizational goals, and strong performance across multiple teams and projects.
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Infographic showing various Director Project Management Office job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $124,379 per year, or $59.8 per hour.
Director PMO - Shared Technologies & Platforms

Director PMO - Shared Technologies & Platforms

Humana

Washington, DC • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago

Humana rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 262 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

158th of 281 rated insurance

Job description

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The Director, PMO Shared Technologies & Platforms is responsible for leading a centralized enterprise Program Management function across core technology domains, including Infrastructure, Architecture, Cybersecurity, Shared Platforms (e.g., AI, Data & Analytics, Interoperability), and Operational Excellence functions (e.g., Quality Engineering, Site Reliability, Simplification, Productivity).
You will reinforce standardization of delivery governance, tooling, and execution practices across technical and cross-functional environments, enabling scalable, secure, and high-performing platforms.
You will unify PMO capabilities into a cohesive model that enhances delivery consistency, transparency, and risk management across enterprise technology services while driving delivery of program and project scope for our technology and business customers.

Leads and delivers complex programs by assembling high-performing teams, allocating resources, and ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. Builds strong stakeholder partnerships, actively manages risks, and applies a range of delivery methodologies (PMI, SAFe, Agile, LPM). Oversees program interdependencies and defines execution strategies that drive long-term business value.

Enterprise Governance & PMO Leadership
  • Establish and enforce governance across shared technology portfolios, ensuring compliance, audit readiness, and delivery standards
  • Standardize execution frameworks across Agile, Product, DevOps, and traditional delivery models
  • Advance PMO maturity and operating model consistency across infrastructure, platforms, operations, and cybersecurity
  • Navigate ambiguity with adaptability and a continuous improvement mindset
Technology Delivery Oversight

Provide oversight across:

  • Infrastructure (network, compute engineering)
  • Architecture and workflow
  • Service management
  • Cybersecurity
  • M&A technology integrations
  • Platforms (AI, data & analytics, interoperability)
  • Operational excellence (quality engineering, SRE, simplification, productivity)

Manage cross-program dependencies to ensure aligned, predictable delivery.

Tooling Strategy, AI & Data Governance
  • Define and reinforce tooling strategy across shared technologies
  • Promote an AI-first approach within the PMO
  • Integrate PPM, Agile, DevOps, and operational toolsets
  • Enforce data governance, KPIs, and reporting to enable real-time insights
Portfolio Visibility & Executive Reporting
  • Deliver executive-level reporting and portfolio transparency
  • Provide insight into capacity, financials, risks, dependencies, and performance
  • Proactively escalate and mitigate risks affecting stability, scalability, or compliance
Cross-Functional Influence

Partner with engineering, cybersecurity, platform/data teams, finance, and technology operations to drive adoption of governance standards, tooling, and disciplined delivery practices.

Team Leadership
  • Lead and develop large, diverse teams (employees and contractors)
  • Demonstrate strong leadership and emotional intelligence
  • Build capabilities aligned to modern engineering and platform delivery models

Use your skills to make an impact

Required Qualifications

  • Master of Science in Engineering, Computer Science, AI, Data Science, or a related technical or scientific field
  • 8 + years of leadership experience in a medium to large corporate technical environment, with oversight across diverse technical platforms including AI, Data & Analytics, and technology operations
  • 2 + years expereince supporting AI initiatives

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working with teams that support architecture, infrastructure, cloud, service, API, Storage, Cybersecurity
  • 5+ years of experience in program and project management
  • Experience in the Healthcare Insurance industry
  • Working knowledge of ServiceNow, Jira, Jira Align, ADO
  • Six Sigma and/or Project Management Institute certification
  • Agile/SAFe certification

Additional Information

This position follows a Hybrid work style (3 days a week in office). The candidate must live close to one of our designated IT locations: Louisville, KY; Tampa, FL; Dallas/Frisco, TX; Boston, MA; Washington, D.C: Atlanta, GA, Nashville, TN, Chicago, IL or Charlotte, NC.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Pay Range

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.


$168,000 - $231,000 per year


This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
About Us
About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our Humana insurance services and our CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health - delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare and Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer atHumana.comand atCenterWell.com.


Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.

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Humana Inc., headquartered in Louisville, KY., is a leading health care company that offers a wide range of insurance products and health and wellness services that incorporate an integrated approach to lifelong well-being. By leveraging the strengths of its core businesses, Humana believes it can better explore opportunities for existing and emerging adjacencies in health care that can further enhance wellness opportunities for the millions of people across the nation with whom the company has relationships.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Louisville, KY, US

Year founded

1961

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