Quantum Leap - IT Project Manager, Associate

Company: Qualcomm India Private Limited
Job Area: Information Technology Group, Information Technology Group > IT Project ManagementGeneral Summary: As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to enable next-generation experiences and drives digital transformation to help create a smarter, connected future for all. If you are an experienced professional with a minimum of one year of career break and are eager to rejoin the workforce, Qualcomm's Quantum Leap program is tailored just for you. Qualcomm is committed to creating an environment where individuals re-entering the workforce feel welcomed and excited to return. The Quantum Leap program is specifically designed for professionals who have taken a career break and are ready to restart their professional journey. Our aim is to collaborate with qualified individuals, helping them reignite their careers and build the necessary skill sets for successful roles in Engineering (Software/Hardware), IT, and Finance across India. The Quantum Leap Program offers qualified professionals on a career break the opportunity to:

• Join a team that is making a significant impact on global communication.
• Contribute to leading assignments and projects.
• Receive mentorship for career guidance and support.
• Reinforce and enhance their industry skills.

Program Criteria:

• A minimum of 2+ years of professional experience (not open to new graduates).
• Currently on a career break of at least one year.
• Aiming to join Qualcomm full-time.

All applicants will undergo the standard selection process defined by Qualcomm for positions in India. Ready to restart your career? Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree.
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2+ years of Project Management-relevant work experience without a Bachelor's degree. Responsibilities: • Lead and manage Cyber Security projects from initiation to closure, ensuring all objectives are met.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, schedule, and budget, aligning with organizational goals.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams across different geographies to achieve project milestones and objectives.
• Monitor project progress rigorously, track milestones, manage changes proactively, and ensure timely delivery of all components.
• Communicate project status, risks, and issues clearly and regularly to stakeholders and senior management, ensuring transparency and alignment.
• Identify and mitigate project risks by developing mitigation strategies and implementing contingency plans to minimize impact.
• Facilitate regular project meetings, ensuring all team members are aligned and informed, and provide detailed project reports.
• Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring all financial aspects are within scope and managed efficiently. Skills and Knowledge: • Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to clearly convey information both verbally and in writing.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and lead diverse teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Proven expertise in effectively managing stakeholders at all levels, ensuring clear communication and alignment throughout project lifecycles.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and environments.
• Proficiency in Project Management tools such as ServiceNow, Microsoft Project, and JIRA.
• Good knowledge of Agile project management methodologies including Waterfall, Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe (Certification preferred).
• Understanding of cyber security best practices, compliance, and regulatory frameworks. • Minimum of 12 years of overall experience in IT with at least 7 years of experience in Project Management.
• Broad experience in leading IT Infrastructure projects with some experience in Cyber Security projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Applicants: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able to participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Management & Operations