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Senior Manager, Field Enablement Project Management Office

Okta

Chicago, IL
Full Time
Senior
158k-236k
2 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

Okta is The World's Identity Company, dedicated to enabling secure access, authentication, and automation across any technology, device, or app. The company values diverse perspectives and lifelong learning, building a culture centered around innovation, integrity, and transparency. The role of Senior Manager, Field Enablement PMO involves leading the Project Management Office within the Enablement Operations team, supporting global enablement strategies and initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Building and leading the Project Management Office (PMO), establishing standards, processes, and tools for consistent execution across global Enablement initiatives
  • Acting as a player-coach, leading complex projects yourself while mentoring team members to deliver against their portfolios
  • Developing and implementing scalable project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid) that align with business needs and enable high-quality execution
  • Owning project intake, prioritization, tracking, and reporting processes while partnering closely with Field Enablement, Change management, and Enablement Operations
  • Driving operational rhythm and governance, including project status reporting, risk/issue management, stakeholder communication, and post-mortems
  • Serving as a trusted advisor to the Enablement Leadership Team, translating strategy into actionable project plans with clear milestones and outcomes
  • Fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement

Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in an Enablement role specifically focused on managing projects in support of the Field
  • Minimum of 3+ years in a leadership role; comfortable working in a player-coach capacity
  • Proven experience building or scaling a PMO function within a global or matrixed organization
  • Active PMP certification is required
  • Demonstrated success in managing cross-functional initiatives with executive visibility
  • Expert in project planning tools such as Asana, Smartsheet, or Microsoft Project
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Strong analytical skills, with a data-informed approach to prioritization and reporting
  • Thrives in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment with multiple stakeholders and shifting priorities
  • Familiarity with change management and organizational readiness best practices
  • Passion for team development, mentorship, and operational excellence

Nice to Have

  • Experience with organizational change management and organizational readiness
  • Strong leadership presence and collaboration skills
  • Experience working in a fast-paced, global, or matrixed environment

Qualifications

  • Active PMP certification

Benefits & Perks

  • Annual base salary range between $158,000-$236,000 USD (depending on location and experience)
  • Equity (where applicable), bonus, and comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k), flexible spending account, paid leave including PTO and parental leave
  • Access to Okta's Total Rewards program
  • Amazing benefits, social impact opportunities, talent development, and community fostering

Working at Okta

Okta values building effective teams, self-awareness, talent development, results-driven performance, and strategic thinking. The company emphasizes a culture of love for customers, empowerment of people, continuous innovation, integrity, and transparency. Okta fosters a dynamic, flexible work environment that supports employees' creativity and success regardless of location.

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Job Details

Posted AtJun 18, 2025
Job CategoryProject Management
Salary158k-236k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeHybrid
ExperienceSenior

About Okta

Website

okta.com

Company Size

5001-10000 employees

Location

Chicago, IL

Industry

Computer Systems Design and Related Services

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