Full-Time

Organizational Project Manager

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Deft

Deft

51-200 employees

Managed cloud data center services provider

Enterprise Software
Cybersecurity

Compensation Overview

$104k - $130kAnnually

Senior

Remote in USA

Category
Project Management
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
JIRA
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in business, computer science, or related field
  • 5+ years managing cross-functional technical projects
  • Proven track record of successful stakeholder management
  • Experience building accountability systems and governance frameworks
  • Strong communicator with excellent conflict resolution skills
  • Experience with project management software (Jira preferred)
Responsibilities
  • Drive strategic, high visibility change projects from initiation to delivery, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
  • Build strong partnerships across finance, delivery, and revenue teams to foster collaboration and shared accountability.
  • Facilitate decision-making across organizational boundaries, navigating complexities and building consensus.
  • Promote transparency and open collaboration to create a culture of trust and effective communication.
  • Develop and implement accountability systems and governance frameworks to ensure project adherence and success.
  • Establish clear ownership and accountability expectations for stakeholders, ensuring seamless project execution.
  • Create and maintain comprehensive project plans, including metrics, milestones, and timelines.
  • Track and communicate project progress, risks, and dependencies to relevant stakeholders in a timely manner.
  • Design and implement tools and processes to measure project success and address any deviations proactively.
  • Deliver reports and dashboards using project management software (Jira preferred) to provide actionable insights.

Deft specializes in managed cloud data center services, offering solutions such as AWS, Azure, multi-cloud options, colocation, and disaster recovery. Their services help businesses optimize their IT infrastructure, making it more efficient and reliable. Deft manages the setup, maintenance, and optimization of IT systems, allowing clients to focus on their core operations without the technical burden. They cater to a wide range of clients, from small businesses to large enterprises, and generate revenue by charging for their managed services. Deft stands out by maintaining a risk-based, safety-first approach to ensure operational continuity, adhering to safety protocols in their facilities. Their goal is to be a trusted advisor in the IT services industry, helping clients strategize, design, build, operate, and optimize their IT environments.

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Elk Grove Village, Illinois

Founded

1999

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for hybrid cloud solutions enhances Deft's service relevance.
  • Rising interest in edge computing complements Deft's data center offerings.
  • Increased adoption of multi-cloud strategies aligns with Deft's service capabilities.

What critics are saying

  • Integration challenges and cultural misalignment post-acquisition by Summit.
  • Potential loss of key clients due to acquisition by Summit.
  • Increased competition from other managed service providers expanding cloud offerings.

What makes Deft unique

  • Deft offers tailored IT solutions, focusing on client-specific needs and collaboration.
  • They provide a comprehensive suite of managed cloud and data center services.
  • Deft maintains a risk-based, safety-first approach in their operations.

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Benefits

Flexible Time Off

401(k) Company Match

Life Insurance

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Hybrid Work Options

RTA and CTA Transit Benefits