Accord Technologies Inc
Senior IT manager - Govt. Domain
Accord Technologies Inc, Jackson, Mississippi, United States, 39200
Title: Senior IT Manager
Location: Jackson, MS
Position type: Contract
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Contract
Job Function Information Technology
Responsibilities
Confirms IT practices align with internal policies, governance and regulatory expectations
Provides objective, third party validation for senior managers, executives and board members
Reduces conflicts of interest by producing fact‑based assessments and where possible win/win outcomes
Legal and Regulatory Risk Reduction
Identifies gaps in compliance with laws and regulations (e.g., data protection, cybersecurity, State and Federal rules)
Helps prevent fines, sanctions, litigation and federal enforcement action from Department of Labor
Ensures IT controls support legal obligations such as data retention and breach notifications
Improves Policy Effectiveness
Legally sound policy evaluations
Up to date with current state and federal laws and standards
Properly implemented and enforced
Better Decision Making for Leadership
Provides clear, unbiased insight to support strategic decisions
Translates technical findings into legal and policy implications executives can understand
Prioritizes remediation based on business, legal and compliance risk – not just technical severity
Identifies opportunities for organizational improvement through IT best practices adoption
Cost Savings, Avoidance and Mid to Long-Terms Efficiency
Prevents costly remediation after incidents or regulatory findings
Identifies redundant, outdated or non‑compliant systems
Aligns IT investments with legal and policy priorities
Clear, actionable roadmap
Technical controls
Policy updates
Legal compliance
Helps coordinate IT, Legal, compliance and risk teams effectively
Qualifications
Technical and Domain expertise
Deep knowledge in IT, Finance, HR management
Ability to analyze complex problems and design practical yet simple solutions
Industry best practices and regulatory awareness
Knowledge of Mississippi public sector IT practices and landscape
Analytical and Problem‑Solving Skills
Strong data analysis and critical thinking abilities
Ability to diagnose business, application, and legal challenges and identify root causes
Experience in developing actionable recommendations
Communication Skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Ability to explain complex concepts to non‑technical stakeholders
Strong presentation and reporting skills
Client and Stakeholder Management
Relationship‑building and trust management
Ability to manage client expectations and scope
Professional negotiation and conflict resolution
Project Management
Planning, executing and delivery of consulting engagements
Time management and prioritization across multiple stakeholders/clients
Risk identification and mitigation
Business and Commercial Skills
Proposal writing and contract negotiation
Budgeting, pricing, financial analysis, and forecasting
Self‑management and independence
Ability to work autonomously and with minimal supervision
Strong organizational and decision‑making skills
Accountability for deliverables and outcomes
Additional Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree
10+ years working for large consulting company
10+ years delivering consulting or advisory services
5+ years working for any Mississippi state agency
10+ years working in an Oversight capacity
Experience working with the Department of Labor
Prior experience as a contractor, freelancer, or consultant
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Location: Jackson, MS
Position type: Contract
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Contract
Job Function Information Technology
Responsibilities
Confirms IT practices align with internal policies, governance and regulatory expectations
Provides objective, third party validation for senior managers, executives and board members
Reduces conflicts of interest by producing fact‑based assessments and where possible win/win outcomes
Legal and Regulatory Risk Reduction
Identifies gaps in compliance with laws and regulations (e.g., data protection, cybersecurity, State and Federal rules)
Helps prevent fines, sanctions, litigation and federal enforcement action from Department of Labor
Ensures IT controls support legal obligations such as data retention and breach notifications
Improves Policy Effectiveness
Legally sound policy evaluations
Up to date with current state and federal laws and standards
Properly implemented and enforced
Better Decision Making for Leadership
Provides clear, unbiased insight to support strategic decisions
Translates technical findings into legal and policy implications executives can understand
Prioritizes remediation based on business, legal and compliance risk – not just technical severity
Identifies opportunities for organizational improvement through IT best practices adoption
Cost Savings, Avoidance and Mid to Long-Terms Efficiency
Prevents costly remediation after incidents or regulatory findings
Identifies redundant, outdated or non‑compliant systems
Aligns IT investments with legal and policy priorities
Clear, actionable roadmap
Technical controls
Policy updates
Legal compliance
Helps coordinate IT, Legal, compliance and risk teams effectively
Qualifications
Technical and Domain expertise
Deep knowledge in IT, Finance, HR management
Ability to analyze complex problems and design practical yet simple solutions
Industry best practices and regulatory awareness
Knowledge of Mississippi public sector IT practices and landscape
Analytical and Problem‑Solving Skills
Strong data analysis and critical thinking abilities
Ability to diagnose business, application, and legal challenges and identify root causes
Experience in developing actionable recommendations
Communication Skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Ability to explain complex concepts to non‑technical stakeholders
Strong presentation and reporting skills
Client and Stakeholder Management
Relationship‑building and trust management
Ability to manage client expectations and scope
Professional negotiation and conflict resolution
Project Management
Planning, executing and delivery of consulting engagements
Time management and prioritization across multiple stakeholders/clients
Risk identification and mitigation
Business and Commercial Skills
Proposal writing and contract negotiation
Budgeting, pricing, financial analysis, and forecasting
Self‑management and independence
Ability to work autonomously and with minimal supervision
Strong organizational and decision‑making skills
Accountability for deliverables and outcomes
Additional Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree
10+ years working for large consulting company
10+ years delivering consulting or advisory services
5+ years working for any Mississippi state agency
10+ years working in an Oversight capacity
Experience working with the Department of Labor
Prior experience as a contractor, freelancer, or consultant
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