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SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
The Lead Technologist FinOps Project Manager role is responsible for cloud infrastructure administration, and asset and request management for various applications on AWS and Azure cloud platforms. The position involves maintenance of all administrative details (Application Ownership, Funding Source, Application asset collection, etc.) associated with the Application Groups that are housed on Amtrak’s cloud platforms (AWS and Azure).
Management of the IT Demand Request (ITDR) Process, including processing the SNOW requests, preparing the ITDR document and deployment of an approved ITDR.
Assistance managing the PLMP requirements related to Cloud Solutions Capital Projects.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Managing IT Demand Requests for Cloud Infrastructure for various Application Projects
• Cloud asset management (AWS and Azure) – maintaining accurate information such as Application Ownership and Funding source
• Service Requests for updates, improvements, and changes to cloud assets
• Maintain Masterworks Project Controls including, but not limited to Scope, Schedule, and Project Details and Documentation.
• Partner with business partners to assess new and ongoing project requirements, that result in an ITDR, to determine readiness for review by the Cloud Solutions Team.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s Degree required OR equivalent combination of training, education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experienced Office365 (Word, Excel and PowerPoint specifically) , SharePoint, Teams, ServiceNow, and Masterworks user
PMP in good standing
• Ability to organize and present project portfolio reports, proposals, and other related portfolio information
• Must possess strong project management skills with prior experience.
• Must be able to work independently as well as in a collaborative environment.
• Effectiveness in working diplomatically across teams with varying objectives.
• Strong oral, analytical, and written communication skills across all levels
• Must be self-motivated and able to work under pressure with short deadlines
• Ability to demonstrate planning, organizing, and implementing skills that allow the successful completion of tasks by a specific due date.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Understanding of the Amtrak Digital Technology Organization; Department and Organizational Structure
• Generalized understanding of Cloud Infrastructure (AWS & Azure)
• Experience with Federal Grant funding requirements
WORK ENVRIORNMENT:
• Sit at a computer to complete assignments, projects, and the majority of tasks.
• 75% Remote, 25% On-site, in Washington, DC
• Hours are 9AM-5PM, Monday – Friday
COMMUNICATIONS AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
The salary/hourly range is $94,300-$122,256, Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, internal equity, etc. Depending on an employee’s assigned worksite or location, Amtrak may consider a geo-pay differential to be applied to the employee’s base salary. Amtrak may offer additional incentive and pay programs to recognize and reward our employees, including a short-term incentive bonus based upon factors such as individual and company performance that is commensurate with the level of the position and/or long-term incentive plan compensation. In addition to your salary, Amtrak offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes health, dental, and vision plans; health savings accounts; wellness programs; flexible spending accounts; 401K retirement plan with employer match; life insurance; short and long term disability insurance; paid time off; back-up care; adoption assistance; surrogacy assistance; reimbursement of education expenses; Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility; Railroad Retirement sickness and retirement benefits; and rail pass privileges. Learn more about our benefits offerings here.
Requisition ID:163746
Posting Location(s):District of Columbia; Maryland; Virginia
Work Arrangement:06-Onsite Click here for more information about work arrangements at Amtrak.
Job Family/Function:Information Technology
Relocation Offered:No
Travel Requirements:0 - 5%
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We want your work at Amtrak to be more than a job. We want your career at Amtrak to be a fulfilling experience where you find challenging work, rewarding opportunities, respect among colleagues, and attractive compensation. Amtrak maintains a culture that values high performance and recognizes individual employee contributions.
Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Amtrak positions requires a pre-employment background check that includes prior employment verification, a criminal history check and a pre-employment drug screen.
Candidates who test positive for marijuana will be disqualified, regardless of any state or local statute, ordinance, regulation, or other law that legalizes or decriminalizes the use or possession of marijuana, whether for medical, recreational, or other use. Amtrak's pre-employment drug testing program is administered in accordance with DOT regulations and applicable law.
In accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR § 40.25), Amtrak is required to obtain prior drug and alcohol testing records for applicants/employees intending to perform safety-sensitive duties for covered Department of Transportation positions. If an applicant/employee refuses to provide written consent for Amtrak to obtain these records, the individual will not be permitted to perform safety-sensitive functions.
In accordance with federal law governing security checks of covered individuals for providers of public transportation (Title 6 U.S.C. §1143), Amtrak is required to screen applicants for any permanent or interim disqualifying criminal offenses.
Note that any education requirement listed above may be deemed satisfied if you have an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Amtrak is an EOE/Affirmative Action Minority/Female employer, and we welcome all to apply. We consider candidates regardless of race/color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions), national origin/ethnicity, age, disability (intellectual, mental and physical), veteran status, marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information, citizenship or any other personal characteristics protected by law.
