**Job Description** The Director of HR Technology Portfolio Management reports to the Director of HR Technology and serves as the primary liaison between HR Centers of Expertise/Sector HR teams and the Information Technology (IT) team, driving the development, implementation, and on-going management of HR technology business solutions. The Director, HR Technology Portfolio Management leads a team of highly skilled HR Portfolio Managers and fosters a culture of exceptional consulting, continuous improvement, project management, and customer servicing skills. The Director HR Technology Portfolio Management also: + Partners with the Director of HR Technology to co-create and drive the HR portfolio strategy + Establishes, measures and monitors goals and performance for the HR Technology Portfolio Management team + Manages vendor relationships in collaboration with ESS-IT for hardware, technology support, and services + Acts in a deputy capacity to the Director of HR Technology when required + Primary Responsibilities: Business Analysis + Manages and develops a team of portfolio management specialists, responsible for aligning business and HR COE requirements, and utilizing on-premise and cloud-based technologies and managed systems to deliver high-quality customer experiences. + Leads the optimization of HR systems, identifying and addressing Human Resources information needs, and recommending enhancements, improvements, and new applications to meet evolving requirements. + Contributes to the development of the HRIS Portfolio Roadmap, driving alignment with business objectives through collaborative stakeholder engagement and informed decision-making. + Fosters a culture of innovation by introducing and integrating external perspectives and best practices, and ensuring a forward-thinking approach that drives business results. + Partners with the Business, ESS-IT and major functions to integrate new acquisitions, perform divestitures or implement organization changes onto the portfolio platform. + Serves on the HR Technology Council to present a strategic framework for the effective management and utilization of HR technology within BAE Systems Work location for this position is flexible. Remote/hybrid work or on-site at a BAE Systems office will all be considered. **Required Education, Experience, & Skills** Bachelor s degree and at least 10 years of experience leading an HRIS portfolio management team or a business- focused IT team. Strong general business instincts, with especially deep insights on people and culture. Intellectually curious, stays abreast of technology capabilities, and brings strong, structured problem-solving skills to ambiguous situations. Comfortable working in a high autonomy environment. Leadership/management capability Knowledge of HRIS systems Sense of urgency for goal achievement and enjoys varied activities, including multiple, simultaneous projects. Results focused, with accountability for results and outcomes. Enjoys idea generation and innovative and creative problem solving. Establishes rapport with focus on building relationships and engaging the commitment of others. Proven ability to coach and develop others on HR systems consulting, tools and delivery approaches. Ability to think critically and strategically to identify organizational issues, develop solutions, and implement initiatives that align with the organization s goals and objectives. Experience with cloud-based technologies and managed systems in the HR space and ability to stay ahead of technologies and capabilities in this space via research, benchmarking and networks. Proven success managing and leading others by managing performance and coaching for results. Capable of communicating complex ideas and concepts effectively to diverse stakeholders in an easily understood way, which includes active listening, clear and concise writing, and public speaking and facilitation. Proficiency in change management principles and practices to facilitate organizational change initiatives successfully to include a good understanding of the change process, identifying resistance, and implementing strategies to overcome resistance. Strong interpersonal skills necessary for consulting with executive level leaders, building relationships, establishing trust, and collaborating effectively with individuals and teams at all levels of the organization. Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data to assess current state, propose solutions and measure results. Actively seeks and incorporates customer feedback into business decisions to continuously improve products and services. Capable of designing and proposing solutions and using strong project management skills to plan, execute, and monitor complex interventions/projects within budget and on schedule. Adheres to ethical and professional standards in all aspects of work, including confidentiality, integrity, and transparency. **Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills** Knowledge of PeopleSoft Master's degree and at least 15 years of related experience **Pay Information** Full-Time Salary Range: $151300 - $257200 Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics. **HR Technology Director** **106075BR** EEO Career Site Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities . females . veterans . individuals with disabilities . sexual orientation . gender identity . gender expression