About the Role
We are seeking an experienced, results-driven Agile Practitioner to lead the delivery of an Identity implementation. This role is ideal for a product-focused delivery leader who has hands-on experience implementing enterprise platforms, understands product-centric delivery models, and can effectively operate in Agile and Scrum environments.
The successful candidate will take ownership of product delivery outcomes, proactively manage risks and dependencies, engage business and technical stakeholders, and ensure solutions are delivered in alignment with Corning's quality, compliance, and PMO governance standards.
Key Responsibilities
1. Project & Product Delivery Ownership
Facilitate end-to-end delivery of the Identity program, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, quality, and value realization objectives are met.
Drive accountability for product delivery outcomes, including roadmap execution, feature delivery, and operational readiness.
Clearly understand and manage the distinction between:
Product-based delivery (roadmaps, backlogs, continuous value delivery, post–go-live evolution)
Traditional project execution (milestones, phase gates, funding cycles)
Ensure delivery aligns with enterprise PMO standards while enabling Agile and product-centric ways of working.
2. Identity Implementation Leadership
Manage Identity deployments and enhancements supporting the migration from Microsoft Identity Manager to Microsoft Entra
Deliverables for year 1 include:
Implementation of advanced identity lifecycle management workflows
Enhanced integration capabilities with authoritative data sources to support both human and non-human identities
Deployment of improved access governance controls
Introduction of a centralized identity governance dashboard to provide real-time visibility into identity and access management activities
Development of strategic road maps
Configure Entra ID governance and establish connectivity with the HR systems
Coordinate cross-functional teams including functional teams, solution architects, system integrators, and internal IT partners.
Ensure platform configurations, data models, integrations, and releases align with IT processes and business outcomes.
3. Agile & Scrum Execution (Required)
Lead delivery using Agile and Scrum methodologies, including:
Sprint planning
Backlog refinement
Sprint reviews and retrospectives
Partner closely with Product Owners and Business Leads to:
Prioritize features and capabilities
Manage product backlogs and roadmaps
Deliver incremental and measurable business value
Support teams transitioning from project-centric to product-centric delivery models.
4. Project Leadership & Governance
Develop and maintain integrated delivery plans, product roadmaps, milestones, and resource plans.
Own and manage RAID (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, Dependencies) and ensure timely mitigation and escalation.
Provide clear, concise delivery status reporting for executive and Information Security leadership.
5. Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
Serve as the primary point of contact for delivery status, risks, dependencies, and key decisions.
Engage senior leaders and product stakeholders to maintain momentum, alignment, and adoption.
6. Quality, Compliance & Continuous Improvement
Ensure adherence to Corning's quality, compliance, and governance standards.
Promote continuous improvement through Agile retrospectives, lessons learned, and delivery metrics.
Ensure deliverables meet acceptance criteria and support operational readiness and user adoption.
Qualifications
Experience
** 7 years of IT project and/or product management experience **
Proven experience implementing products, not just managing one-time projects, including post–go-live evolution and continuous improvement.
Experience delivering security solutions.
Demonstrated success leading complex, cross-functional initiatives in large enterprises.
Education
Associate's Degree with relevant experience (minimum required)
Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Certifications
** Agile and/or Scrum certification required (CSM, PMI-ACP, SAFe, or equivalent). ** (Active preferred)
PMP (Project Management Professional) certification. (Desired)
Preferred Qualifications
Product Delivery or Product Management experience in enterprise IT environments.
Experience working with system integrators and SaaS vendors.
** Familiarity with Agile lifecycle management tools (Jira, Azure DevOps, etc.). **
Skills & Competencies
** Strong understanding of Agile, Scrum, and hybrid delivery models. **
Ability to manage delivery plans, product roadmaps, backlogs, and RAID effectively.
Exceptional stakeholder management and executive communication skills.
Proven problem-solving, decision-making, and escalation capabilities.
Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to deliver quality and outcomes.
Ability to lead without authority and influence across organizational boundaries.
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.