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Date: Nov 10, 2026
Location: Bethpage, NY, US
Company: LIPAPRD
Requisition: 82680
PSEG Company: PSEG Long Island
Salary Range: $ 121,200 - $ 199,200
Work Location Category: Hybrid
We’re one of the country’s largest energy companies, with a vision of powering a future where people use energy more efficiently and it’s safer and delivered more reliably than ever. We’re also deeply connected to the communities we serve, with more than 13,000 employees working together to support our customers and make a difference every day.
Here, you’ll have the stability and exciting opportunities that come with being a Fortune 500 company — along with a supportive, friendly work environment where your contributions are valued.
We offer a flexible work environment designed to balance employee needs with collaboration and operational excellence. Roles fall into two categories:
- Onsite: Employees work onsite daily.
- Hybrid: A blend of remote and onsite work, with at least three onsite days per week required.
As an employee, if you are regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week, you will have access to a wide range of comprehensive benefits designed to support your total well-being: medical, dental, vision, paternal leave and family leave programs, behavioral health programs, 401(k), life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off.
More than 13,000 people already call PSEG their work home, taking pride in providing safe, reliable service to millions of customers. If you’re looking for a place where you can build a meaningful career and help power and support our communities, we’d love to welcome you to the team.
PSEG is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.
Job Summary
The PSEG Long Island IT/Cyber PMO Governance and Process Manager will lead the structured PMO by utilizing the Capability Maturity Model Integrated (CMMI) framework governing the System Development Lifecycle (SDLC) implementation.
Responsible for establishing, maintaining, improving and enforcing the standards, methodologies, and governance that directs how IT/Cyber projects and programs are executed, focusing on the day-to-day operations of the PMO.
The manager should have CMMI DEV v3.0 Maturity Level 3 experience to develop and execute quality activities for the IT/Cyber PMO.
Job Responsibilities
- Direct the development and execution of IT/SDLC project management processes.
- Design governance frameworks, run portfolio dashboards, support project managers through process mentoring, in order to achieve key IT governance and execution metrics and measurements.
- Work with leadership to establish and maintain the commitment necessary to ensure process adoption and institutionalization.
- Core Responsibilities of Governance Framework & Policy Design, Methodology Implementation (Agile/Waterfall), Performance Monitoring &
- Reporting, Process Improvement, and Project Portfolio Management (PPM) Tool oversight.
Oversee and guide the Process Quality Assurance (PQA) function and resources. - Develop an organization-level process training plan; provide training and guidance to project teams on performing the CMMI-compliant processes developed for the IT/Cyber EPMO and in resolving compliance findings.
- Develop and achieve key IT governance and execution metrics and measurements.
Job Specific Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree with at least 10 years of relevant work experience.
- IT project management experience with a a structured PMO in a PMBOK and CMMI DEV v3.0 Maturity Level 3 environment.
- PMI PMP certification.
CMMI Associate/Practitioner certification. - Proven experience managing a structured PMO in a PMBOK and CMMI DEV v3.0 Maturity Level 3 environment.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft 365 product suite and PPM tools.
- Heavy acumen of IT project financial management best practices.
- Ability to influence, good interpersonal and multi-tasking skills.
- Strong communication (verbal/written) skills and communicating with authority on processes.
- Demonstrated success in maintaining a governance framework.
- Planning and implementing process improvements leading to institutionalization.
- Leading an IT organization through a CMMI process maturity appraisal.
- Enhancing a PPM tool.
- Regulated utility industry experience.
Desired
- Master’s Degree in Business or Computer Science discipline.
- CMMI Lead Appraiser experience.
- Experience with the implementation of a PPM tool.
Some positions at PSEG require access to information covered by the Department of Energy’s regulation 10 CFR 810 (Part 810). If applicable, the successful applicant must prove they are: (1) a citizen or national of the USA; OR (2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States (Non-Conditional Permanent I-551 / Green Card / Permanent Resident Card holder); OR (3) a citizen, national, or permanent resident of a “Generally Authorized” destination on the attached list and not also a citizen, national, permanent resident of any country not listed; OR (4) a “Protected Individual” under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3)).
As an employee of PSEG Long Island, you should be aware that during storm/outage restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions different from normal operations and work extended hours beyond your regular work schedule. You may also be required to work on premise or in an alternate location as directed by the company.
For all roles, PSEGLI’s drug and alcohol testing program includes pre-employment testing, testing for cause, and post-incident/accident testing.
Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations) are subject to random drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana. Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and medically, the use of these products are prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles. Please note that the use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC/Marijuana and such use is not a legitimate medical explanation for a positive result.
If you are a current PSEG employee and offered an opportunity with PSEG Long Island, you will be treated as a new hire. Please note that as a new hire to the Long Island subsidiary, your benefits will change and generally will be consistent with other similarly situated PSEG Long Island new hires. Similarly, for PSEG Long Island employees who accept job opportunities with PSEG or any of its subsidiaries (other than PSEG Long Island), their benefits will change and generally be consistent with other similarly situated new hires of that company.
PSEGLI is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment, including the hiring process, based on any legally protected characteristic. Legally protected characteristics include race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in locations where PSEG employs individuals.
PSEGLI is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance applying for a position, please call 973-430-3845 or email accommodations@pseg.com.
If you need to request a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job, email accommodations@pseg.com. Any information provided regarding a disability will be kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with anyone involved in making a hiring decision.
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Nearest Major Market: New York City
Date: Nov 10, 2026
Location: Bethpage, NY, US
Company: LIPAPRD
Requisition: 82680
PSEG Company: PSEG Long Island
Salary Range: $ 121,200 - $ 199,200
Work Location Category: Hybrid
We’re one of the country’s largest energy companies, with a vision of powering a future where people use energy more efficiently and it’s safer and delivered more reliably than ever. We’re also deeply connected to the communities we serve, with more than 13,000 employees working together to support our customers and make a difference every day.
Here, you’ll have the stability and exciting opportunities that come with being a Fortune 500 company — along with a supportive, friendly work environment where your contributions are valued.
We offer a flexible work environment designed to balance employee needs with collaboration and operational excellence. Roles fall into two categories:
- Onsite: Employees work onsite daily.
- Hybrid: A blend of remote and onsite work, with at least three onsite days per week required.
As an employee, if you are regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week, you will have access to a wide range of comprehensive benefits designed to support your total well-being: medical, dental, vision, paternal leave and family leave programs, behavioral health programs, 401(k), life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off.
More than 13,000 people already call PSEG their work home, taking pride in providing safe, reliable service to millions of customers. If you’re looking for a place where you can build a meaningful career and help power and support our communities, we’d love to welcome you to the team.
PSEG is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.
Job Summary
The PSEG Long Island IT/Cyber PMO Governance and Process Manager will lead the structured PMO by utilizing the Capability Maturity Model Integrated (CMMI) framework governing the System Development Lifecycle (SDLC) implementation.
Responsible for establishing, maintaining, improving and enforcing the standards, methodologies, and governance that directs how IT/Cyber projects and programs are executed, focusing on the day-to-day operations of the PMO.
The manager should have CMMI DEV v3.0 Maturity Level 3 experience to develop and execute quality activities for the IT/Cyber PMO.
Job Responsibilities
- Direct the development and execution of IT/SDLC project management processes.
- Design governance frameworks, run portfolio dashboards, support project managers through process mentoring, in order to achieve key IT governance and execution metrics and measurements.
- Work with leadership to establish and maintain the commitment necessary to ensure process adoption and institutionalization.
- Core Responsibilities of Governance Framework & Policy Design, Methodology Implementation (Agile/Waterfall), Performance Monitoring &
- Reporting, Process Improvement, and Project Portfolio Management (PPM) Tool oversight.
Oversee and guide the Process Quality Assurance (PQA) function and resources. - Develop an organization-level process training plan; provide training and guidance to project teams on performing the CMMI-compliant processes developed for the IT/Cyber EPMO and in resolving compliance findings.
- Develop and achieve key IT governance and execution metrics and measurements.
Job Specific Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree with at least 10 years of relevant work experience.
- IT project management experience with a a structured PMO in a PMBOK and CMMI DEV v3.0 Maturity Level 3 environment.
- PMI PMP certification.
CMMI Associate/Practitioner certification. - Proven experience managing a structured PMO in a PMBOK and CMMI DEV v3.0 Maturity Level 3 environment.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft 365 product suite and PPM tools.
- Heavy acumen of IT project financial management best practices.
- Ability to influence, good interpersonal and multi-tasking skills.
- Strong communication (verbal/written) skills and communicating with authority on processes.
- Demonstrated success in maintaining a governance framework.
- Planning and implementing process improvements leading to institutionalization.
- Leading an IT organization through a CMMI process maturity appraisal.
- Enhancing a PPM tool.
- Regulated utility industry experience.
Desired
- Master’s Degree in Business or Computer Science discipline.
- CMMI Lead Appraiser experience.
- Experience with the implementation of a PPM tool.
Some positions at PSEG require access to information covered by the Department of Energy’s regulation 10 CFR 810 (Part 810). If applicable, the successful applicant must prove they are: (1) a citizen or national of the USA; OR (2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States (Non-Conditional Permanent I-551 / Green Card / Permanent Resident Card holder); OR (3) a citizen, national, or permanent resident of a “Generally Authorized” destination on the attached list and not also a citizen, national, permanent resident of any country not listed; OR (4) a “Protected Individual” under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3)).
As an employee of PSEG Long Island, you should be aware that during storm/outage restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions different from normal operations and work extended hours beyond your regular work schedule. You may also be required to work on premise or in an alternate location as directed by the company.
For all roles, PSEGLI’s drug and alcohol testing program includes pre-employment testing, testing for cause, and post-incident/accident testing.
Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations) are subject to random drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana. Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and medically, the use of these products are prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles. Please note that the use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC/Marijuana and such use is not a legitimate medical explanation for a positive result.
If you are a current PSEG employee and offered an opportunity with PSEG Long Island, you will be treated as a new hire. Please note that as a new hire to the Long Island subsidiary, your benefits will change and generally will be consistent with other similarly situated PSEG Long Island new hires. Similarly, for PSEG Long Island employees who accept job opportunities with PSEG or any of its subsidiaries (other than PSEG Long Island), their benefits will change and generally be consistent with other similarly situated new hires of that company.
PSEGLI is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment, including the hiring process, based on any legally protected characteristic. Legally protected characteristics include race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in locations where PSEG employs individuals.
PSEGLI is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance applying for a position, please call 973-430-3845 or email accommodations@pseg.com.
If you need to request a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job, email accommodations@pseg.com. Any information provided regarding a disability will be kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with anyone involved in making a hiring decision.
ADDITIONAL EEO INFORMATION (Click link below)
Know your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal
Nearest Major Market: New York City
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant IT manager jobs.
- Three or more years of hands-on IT support or systems administration experience
- Demonstrated experience supervising or mentoring junior IT staff or technicians
- Proficiency with ticketing and service management platforms such as ServiceNow or Jira
- Working knowledge of network infrastructure, Active Directory, and endpoint management tools
- CompTIA, ITIL, or equivalent certification preferred or required by most employers
- Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field
Tips for Your Assistant IT Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume for IT leadership
Hiring managers for assistant it manager roles scan for evidence you've managed people, budgets, or vendors alongside technical work. Separate your leadership wins from your technical skills so reviewers don't miss either side of your background.
Highlight your ticketing system experience
Many assistant it manager listings screen for direct experience with specific service management platforms. Name the systems you've administered and the team sizes you've supported so your resume clears keyword filters built around those tools.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists assistant it manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prep stories about cross-department projects
Interviewers for assistant it manager roles consistently ask how you've worked with non-IT stakeholders. Have two or three concrete examples ready that show you translated technical constraints into language finance, HR, or operations teams acted on.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate salary
Before accepting an offer, clarify direct reports, on-call expectations, and budget authority. Assistant it manager titles vary widely in actual responsibility, and understanding the scope upfront prevents mismatches that lead to early exits.
Get a CompTIA or ITIL certification before applying
Many assistant it manager postings list CompTIA Network+, Security+, or ITIL Foundation as preferred qualifications. Earning one before you apply puts you past a filter that eliminates otherwise strong candidates who lack a formal credential.
Assistant IT Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most assistant it managers?
The most active employers for assistant it managers right now are AECOM, Cato, and Per Scholas, and the most openings are in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, universities, and regional financial institutions tend to post the highest volume of these roles year-round.
How many assistant it manager jobs are remote?
About 69% of assistant it manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of much of the role. Sub-specializations in IT project management and vendor oversight tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while positions tied to on-site infrastructure or service desk operations are typically in-person.
How do you become an assistant it manager?
Start by building a foundation in IT support or systems administration, then actively take on team-lead responsibilities such as mentoring junior staff or running small projects. Pursue a recognized certification like ITIL Foundation or CompTIA Network+ to formalize your credentials. Apply for roles that list supervisory duties explicitly so your first management title reflects real leadership scope.
Can you get hired as an assistant it manager with little experience?
Some employers will hire candidates who have strong technical depth but limited direct management experience, especially at smaller organizations where you'd be supporting a single IT manager. Emphasize any informal leadership you've done, such as training new hires, owning a process, or coordinating a rollout, and target industries like education or nonprofits where the entry bar is often lower.
What does the assistant it manager interview process look like?
Most employers run a phone screen with HR, followed by a technical interview with the IT manager or director, and a final round that includes a scenario-based discussion about how you'd handle a team conflict or a service outage. Some organizations add a written exercise or ask you to walk through a recent project. The full process typically takes two to four weeks from application to offer.
Where can I find and apply to assistant it manager jobs?
You can find and apply to assistant it manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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