Senior Strategic IT Portfolio Manager

Job Details: Job Description: The Role and Impact Intel's Global IT organization is seeking an experienced Senior Strategic IT Portfolio Manager to lead portfolio planning, prioritization, governance, and execution across a diverse portfolio of technology initiatives. This role serves as a trusted advisor to business and technology leaders, driving investment decisions, optimizing resource allocation, and ensuring technology programs deliver measurable business value. The successful candidate will establish portfolio governance processes, provide executive-level insights into portfolio performance, and influence strategic decisions that support Intel's technology transformation objectives. This position requires exceptional analytical capabilities, business acumen, stakeholder management skills, and the ability to operate effectively in a highly matrixed environment. About the Team The Global IT organization enables Intel's business through innovative technology solutions, operational excellence, and strategic transformation initiatives. As part of the Enterprise and Technology Transformation Business Operations group, you will partner with technology, finance, and business stakeholders to drive portfolio optimization, strategic planning, governance excellence, and business outcomes across enterprise-wide IT investments. What You’ll Do Key responsibilities will include but not limited to: Scenario Planning and Modeling : Build predictive resource, financial, and timeline models to simulate the impact of strategy changes, budget shifts, or project delays. Strategic Prioritization: Manage the intake, evaluation, and prioritization of IT initiatives to ensure alignment with corporate goals. Resource Capacity Planning: Analyze resource utilization and demand across the portfolio to optimize allocation and flag constraints. Risk and Dependency Management: Track and mitigate cross-project dependencies, critical path items, and portfolio-level risks. Performance Tracking: Monitor and report on the overall health, milestones, budget performance, and value delivery of all active IT projects. Behavioral traits that we are looking for: Strategic thinker with strong business acumen. Executive presence and ability to influence senior stakeholders. Data-driven decision maker. Strong collaborator who excels in matrixed environments. Skilled at navigating ambiguity and driving results. Continuous improvement mindset and passion for operational excellence. Intel invests in our people and offers a complete and competitive package of benefits employees and their families through every stage of life. See Intel Benefits for more details. Qualifications: You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. Note: This position is not eligible for Intel immigration sponsorship. Minimum Qualifications and Experience : Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Project Management, Computer Science, or a related discipline. 7+ years of experience in the following: Experience with portfolio management, financial management, strategic planning, or business operations. Portfolio management software and tools, with a proven ability to analyze data and present actionable insights. Experience with budgeting, resource allocation, and risk management principles. Preferred Qualifications and Experience : Master's degree in a relevant field with at least 5 + years of experience OR PhD with 3+ years of experience. Experience working in technology-driven environments or supporting IT initiatives. Proven track record of successfully implementing prioritization frameworks and optimization techniques. Certification in portfolio management, such as PfMP or an equivalent program. Experience with Intel tools and systems. Why This Role is Attractive Opportunity to influence strategic technology investment decisions across Intel. Direct exposure to executive leadership and enterprise-wide transformation initiatives. Significant impact on prioritization, funding, governance, and successful delivery of technology programs. Collaborative environment focused on innovation, transformation, continuous improvement, and business value creation. Job Type: Experienced Hire Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America) Primary Location: US, Oregon, Hillsboro Additional Locations: US, Arizona, Phoenix, US, California, Santa Clara Posting Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. Position of Trust N/A Benefits We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel . Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $188,330.00-265,870.00 USD The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Work Model for this Role This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change. * ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. 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