About the Role
Kyndryl is seeking a Portfolio Manager - Modernization Engagement Lead to oversee the delivery of complex, multi-tower modernization programs. This role involves integrating modernization solutions across applications, cloud, mainframe, and network & edge to achieve cohesive client outcomes. It is designed for leaders who can manage end-to-end execution, coordinate dependencies, and ensure successful modernization delivery through disciplined program management and technical leadership.
Responsibilities
- Own delivery of multi-tower modernization programs, ensuring outcomes meet scope, schedule, quality, and risk expectations.
- Coordinate cross-tower teams, delivery plans, dependencies, risks, and mitigation actions across the modernization landscape.
- Integrate technical solutions across multiple domains, including application modernization, cloud migration/modernization, mainframe modernization, and Network & Edge modernization.
- Drive modernization execution across sub-domains such as AMS, SDLC transformation, AppMod, Mainframe Mod, Platform Engineering, Data Center Networks, and Edge Networks.
- Lead technical solution management activities, including scoping, Proof of Concept (PoC) framing, assumptions, dependencies, baselining, and delivery readiness.
- Own and/or contribute to Statement of Work (SoW) creation and review, ensuring clear deliverables, acceptance criteria, and execution models.
- Build and deliver client-facing presentations with strong content, narrative framing, storytelling, and value proposition articulation.
- Apply Kyndryl Agentic AI Framework (KAF), Agent Builder, and relevant Technology Lifecycle Plays (TLPs) to enhance modernization execution and outcomes.
Requirements
- 5+ years of proven experience leading complex, multi-tower modernization programs with ownership for delivery outcomes.
- Broad modernization expertise across Applications, Cloud, Mainframe, and Network & Edge, with the ability to unify multiple solution components into a single client solution.
- Ability to consolidate and integrate technical solutions across towers into a cohesive modernization program.
- Strong hands-on capability in technical solution leadership, including scoping, PoC framing, assumptions, dependencies, baselining, and SoW creation/review.
- Strong client communication and presentation skills, including content creation, story/narrative framing, storytelling, and value proposition articulation.
- Experience applying KAF, Agent Builder, and Modernization TLPs to shape and/or run modernization execution.
Skills
- Modernization Program Management
- Application Modernization
- Cloud Migration/Modernization
- Mainframe Modernization
- Network & Edge Modernization
- Technical Solution Leadership
- Scoping
- Proof of Concept (PoC) Framing
- Statement of Work (SoW) Creation and Review
- Client Communication
- Presentation Skills
- Kyndryl Agentic AI Framework (KAF)
- Agent Builder
- Technology Lifecycle Plays (TLPs)
- Stakeholder Management
- Governance
- Risk Management
- Dependency Orchestration
Location
- Remote
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- 5+ years
Benefits
- Flexible, supportive environment
- Well-being prioritization
- Opportunities for growth and development
- Be Well programs (financial, mental, physical, social health)
- Impactful work
- Cutting-edge learning opportunities
- Certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon
- Coaching
- Hands-on experiences
About the Company
- At Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world’s leading businesses.
- We are at the heart of progress with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge.
- Our culture focuses on kinship, ensuring all Kyndryls feel included and welcoming people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences.
- We believe in growth and are excited to see what you can bring.
- Employee feedback indicates that belonging is the number one driver of engagement.
- We are committed to sustainable progress for our customers and supporting the communities where we work and live.
- We achieve progress the world depends on, with purpose.
Equal Opportunity
- We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences.
- Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply.
- Kyndryl gives you the ability to thrive and contribute to our culture of empathy and shared success.
- We want you to thrive here—and we’re committed to helping you do just that.
