IT Program Manager Jobs in Texas

IT Program Manager jobs in Texas are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in defense contracting, enterprise technology, financial services, and healthcare IT, with openings at every level from associate program manager through senior director. Austin, Dallas, and Houston are the largest hiring hubs, where employers like Dell Technologies, AT&T, and Lockheed Martin consistently bring on IT program managers to oversee large-scale infrastructure, cloud migration, and digital transformation initiatives. The most sought-after specialties in Texas are Agile delivery, cybersecurity program management, and ERP implementation. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles12
Top employerHouston Methodist
Top cityHouston, TX
Cities hiring6
Work type100% Hybrid
Top industryElectronics

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Texas Instruments
IT Operations Development Program
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Texas Instruments
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IT Operations Development Program
Texas Instruments
Dallas, Texas
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
10,000+

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Central Health
IT Program Manager
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Central Health
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IT Program Manager
Central Health
Austin, Texas
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Success
Bachelor's degree

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Lyte Fiber
IT Program Manager
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IT Program Manager
Lyte Fiber
Houston, Texas
Business Analysis
Content & Communications
Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in information technology

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Houston Methodist
IT Program Manager - Imaging
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Houston Methodist
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IT Program Manager - Imaging
Houston Methodist
Houston, Texas
Corporate Training
Educational Administration
Learning & Development
Bachelor's degree in business administration
10,000+

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Houston Methodist
IT Program Manager - Communications & Telehealth Technologies
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Houston Methodist
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IT Program Manager - Communications & Telehealth Technologies
Houston Methodist
Houston, Texas
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in business administration
10,000+

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IT Program Manager Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Houston
6 jobs
Dallas
2 jobs
Austin
1 job
Richwood
1 job
Fort Worth
1 job
The Woodlands
1 job

IT Program Manager Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Houston Methodist
Houston Methodist2 open roles
Eaton
Eaton1 open role
Momentum
Momentum1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Electronics & Hardware

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in IT program manager jobs across Texas.

  • PMP certification from the Project Management Institute strongly preferred or required
  • Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field
  • Five or more years managing cross-functional IT projects or programs
  • Experience with Agile or SAFe frameworks and tools such as Jira or ServiceNow
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
  • Strong stakeholder communication skills across technical and executive audiences

IT Program Manager Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become an IT program manager in Texas?

IT program manager roles in Texas do not require a state-issued license, but most employers expect a bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or business alongside the Project Management Professional certification. Earning a PMP through the Project Management Institute is the most recognized credential in Texas hiring. Many candidates build toward the role by first working as a project coordinator or business analyst, accumulating the experience hours the PMP exam requires.

Which companies hire IT program managers in Texas?

Employers hiring IT program managers in Texas right now include Houston Methodist, Eaton, and Momentum, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's concentration of defense contractors, large financial institutions, and Fortune 500 headquarters means demand is consistent year-round rather than seasonal.

Which Texas cities have the most IT program manager jobs?

Houston, Dallas, and Austin have the most IT program manager openings in Texas. Dallas and Houston drive volume through their dense clusters of corporate headquarters, financial services firms, and healthcare systems, while Austin's technology sector produces a high share of openings relative to its size, particularly in cloud and software delivery programs.

Are there remote IT program manager jobs in Texas?

Yes, and more than most fields. IT program management is a desk-based, communication-driven role that translates well to remote and hybrid arrangements. About 100% of IT program manager openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how broadly this role has shifted since enterprise technology teams normalized distributed work. The most remote-friendly specialties are cloud program management and Agile delivery coordination.

How can I get hired as an IT program manager in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is starting as a project coordinator or junior business analyst within an IT department, then earning a Certified Associate in Project Management credential to signal readiness for program-level work. Large Texas employers in healthcare IT, defense, and financial services regularly post coordinator roles that do not require prior program management experience. Texas Instruments, USAA, and large health systems in the Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston areas are known to develop program management talent internally from these entry-level positions.

Where can I find and apply to IT program manager jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to IT program manager jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across industries and metros. Search by city, specialty, or seniority level to narrow results to roles that match your background, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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