Initial Posting Date:
10/13/2026
Application Deadline:
10/27/2026
Agency:
Department of Administrative Services
Salary Range:
$7,537 - $11,098
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Senior IT Oversight Analyst
Job Description:
Senior IT Oversight Analyst
Enterprise Information Services
Salem, OR - Hybrid
Enterprise Information Services (EIS) is Oregon's statewide information technology (IT) organization, led by the State Chief Information Officer (CIO). The Project Portfolio Performance team plays a critical role in supporting state agencies by providing oversight, governance, and portfolio management for the state's major IT investments, helping agencies deliver strategic, mission-critical technology initiatives that serve Oregonians.
What You’ll Do
As the Senior IT Oversight Analyst, you will partner closely with the Senior IT Portfolio Manager to provide oversight of major information technology projects managed by state agencies. In this role, you will guide project assessment, monitoring, reporting, and portfolio management activities throughout the project lifecycle. You will be responsible for evaluating the performance and health of major IT investments through the Oregon Stage Gate process, from project initiation through implementation. By reviewing project activities, deliverables, and governance artifacts, you will help ensure projects are positioned for success and aligned with project management best practices. Working collaboratively with Senior IT Portfolio Managers and the EIS Statewide Quality Assurance (QA) Program, you will proactively identify and address risks associated with large-scale IT projects. Your efforts will help agencies improve project outcomes, strengthen accountability, and increase the likelihood of successful delivery of mission-critical technology investments.
Join a role where your expertise directly contributes to the success of state agencies across Oregon. By blending your project management experience, analytical strengths, and customer-focused approach, you'll play a key role in helping agencies navigate and successfully complete mission-critical projects that advance their essential public service missions.
Review the full position details, duties and working conditions here.
Minimum Qualifications
- A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and five years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work in Enterprise level IT business analysis, project quality assurance and/or project management. OR;
- Any combination of experience and education equivalent to eight years of experience in Enterprise level IT business analysis, project quality assurance, and/or project management.
Desired skills and attributes: If you bring these skills and experience, be sure to show us—this is how we evaluate candidates for next steps!
- Experience performing IT business analysis and project management with Iarge modernization efforts or IT programs implementing related IT component projects; particularly, as it relates to infrastructure, software, or cloud or hosted services.
- Knowledge and experience of industry core practices including project management, business analysis, project quality assurance, change control management procedures, Capability Maturity Model, and systems implementation, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodology.
- Proficiency using a personal computer and various software including Microsoft suite, i.e. Word, Project, Teams, Excel, Outlook, Visio, SharePoint, and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge of government processes, including procurement and budget.
- Strong critical and strategic thinking skills
- Strong communication, presentation, writing and editing skills.
- Ability to perform work in a solutions-focused, collaborative manner.
Preference statement:
Preference will be given to those candidates with the PMI PMP-Project Management Professional or equivalent.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
The Department of Administrative Services (DAS) Team strives to create an environment that is supportive and encourages work-life balance and innovation. The EIS team is built on collaboration and support. We work together to ensure our customer agencies receive the highest quality of service. We take pride in our work and look for ways to innovate. EIS is committed to hiring highly skilled, diverse and dedicated employees who will bring a unique skill set to the team.
Our amazing benefits include:
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your family. Additional benefits include life insurance, short- and long-term disability, deferred compensation savings plans, and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare. Optional benefits including life insurance, disability, FSA, and more
- Generous Paid Time Off: 11 holidays, 3 personal business days, monthly sick leave and vacation leave that increases with years of service.
- Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
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- Public Service Loan Forgiveness: You may qualify for the PSLF program.
- Hybrid Work Opportunity: This position supports a hybrid work schedule. You can expect to work in the office 1-2 days per week, with work arrangements periodically reviewed to ensure business needs are met.
How to Apply
- Click on the "Apply" link above to complete your online application and submit by the posted closing date and time. For step-by-step instructions click apply to work for the state or current state employee. Only complete applications received by the deadline will be considered.
- Required Documents: cover letter and resume
- The work experience and/or education section of your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all the minimum qualifications and desired skills and attributes listed above. Failing to attach required documents may result in disqualification of your application.
- The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.
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Additional Details
- This announcement is for one, full-time, permanent, Management Service – Non-Supervisory, Senior IT Oversight Analyst (Operations & Policy Analyst 4) position and may be used to fill future vacancies.
- The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification, or you may visit our website for information on the job offer process following pay equity.
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Applicants who require VISA sponsorship will not be considered at this time.
- Employee will be required to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the state where the employee resides.
- Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.
- Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources. NOTE: If claiming preference please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks in the “My Tasks” section at the top of the Candidate Home page.
- For accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and application or Job-specific questions, please contact the Recruiter: Nancy Karnas nancy.karnas@das.oregon.gov | Phone: 971-719-3083.
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The Department of Administrative Services is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity. At the Department of Administrative Services, we embody the value of hiring a workforce representative of the communities we serve, understanding that a diverse workforce revitalizes our state. We value diversity and foster a positive and welcoming environment where all employees can thrive.
