Qureos Mentor

Infoorigin Inc

We are seeking an experienced IT Vendor Manager to support an enterprise-level IT division. The selected candidate will manage vendor relationships, contracts, performance, and compliance to ensure alignment with organizational standards and strategic goals.This role is critical in driving effective vendor partnerships, ensuring contract adherence, and supporting IT procurement and risk management activities.Key ResponsibilitiesVendor Relationship Management<ul><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with IT vendors and service providers.</li><li>Serve as the primary escalation point for vendor issues and disputes.</li><li>Conduct regular vendor performance and business review meetings.</li></ul>Contract &amp; SLA Oversight<ul><li>Manage negotiation, execution, and renewal of Statements of Work (SOWs).</li><li>Ensure contracts meet legal, financial, and operational requirements.</li><li>Monitor SLAs, KPIs, service quality, and compliance with contractual terms.</li><li>Collaborate with Procurement and Legal for enforceable contract language.</li></ul>Financial &amp; Risk Management<ul><li>Track vendor spend and ensure alignment with IT budgets and forecasts.</li><li>Identify and manage risks related to cybersecurity, privacy, and service continuity.</li><li>Support audit and compliance processes tied to vendor engagements.</li></ul>Change &amp; Issue Management<ul><li>Maintain logs for vendor issues, escalations, and change requests.</li><li>Coordinate resolution of service disruptions and disputes.</li><li>Document approvals for changes to IT services or infrastructure.</li></ul>Stakeholder Coordination<ul><li>Schedule vendor meetings, demos, and onboarding activities.</li><li>Communicate vendor updates, risks, and contract changes to internal stakeholders.</li></ul>Required Skills &amp; Experience<ul><li>3+ years of experience managing IT vendors (software, hardware, cloud, or consulting).</li><li>Strong experience tracking SLAs, KPIs, and performance metrics.</li><li>Knowledge of IT procurement standards (cybersecurity, data privacy, accessibility).</li><li>Ability to build and maintain a strategic vendor portfolio aligned to IT roadmaps.</li><li>Experience conducting market research and benchmarking pricing/service levels.</li><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree and at least 2 years of relevant IT or vendor management experience.</li></ul>Job Type: ContractPay: $37.06 - $50.00 per hourExpected hours: 40 per weekWork Location: In person

IT Vendor Manager

Role: IT Vendor ManagementLocation: Des Moines, IAWork Mode: HybridEmployment Type: ContractJob Description* Seeking an IT Vendor Manager to support the client, Division of Information Technology This role will focus on managing vendor relationship, contract, performance &amp; compliance in alignment with client IT standard &amp; strategic goal<ul><li>The Division of Information Technology (DoIT) provides adaptable, secure, and cost-effective technology services and solutions for the client and its partners. DoIT manages all Iowa Executive Branch IT assets, projects, and resources, delivering high-value technology and expertise to support Iowa&rsquo;s citizens and families.</li><li>This position will play a key role in managing IT vendor relationships, ensuring contract compliance, and supporting strategic sourcing initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT vendor management, contract oversight, and risk mitigation.</li><li>Minimum Qualification: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university and a minimum of two years of full-time relevant work experience</li></ul>Duties and Responsibilities IT Vendor Relationship Management<ul><li>Develop and maintain strong relationships with key IT vendors and service providers.</li><li>Serve as the escalation point for vendor-related issues and disputes.</li><li>Facilitate regular vendor performance and business reviews.</li></ul>IT Agreement &amp; SLA Oversight<ul><li>Oversee negotiation, execution, and renewal of IT Statements of Work (SOWs).</li><li>Ensure alignment with legal, financial, and operational standards.</li><li>Monitor compliance with SLAs, KPIs, and contractual obligations.</li><li>Collaborate with legal and procurement teams to ensure enforceable and favorable contract terms.</li></ul>IT Financial &amp; Risk Management<ul><li>Track vendor spend and ensure alignment with IT budgets and forecasts.</li><li>Identify and manage vendor-related risks, including cybersecurity, data privacy, and operational continuity.</li><li>Support audits and compliance initiatives related to vendor engagements.</li></ul>Change and Issue Management<ul><li>Log and track vendor-related issues, escalations, and change requests.</li><li>Coordinate resolution of service disruptions or contract disputes.</li><li>Document change control approvals for IT services or infrastructure.</li></ul>Stakeholder Communication<ul><li>Schedule and document vendor meetings, demos, and onboarding sessions.</li><li>Communicate vendor updates, risks, and contract changes to stakeholders.</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul><ul><li>Skills Required</li><li>Manage vendor relationships for software, hardware, cloud services, and IT consulting engagements. Required 3 Years</li><li>Experience tracking SLAs, KPIs, and risk metrics; initiating corrective actions for underperformance. Required 3 Years</li><li>Knowledge of IT procurement standards, including cybersecurity, data privacy, and accessibility. Required 3 Years</li><li>Ability to develop and maintain a strategic vendor portfolio aligned with the agency&rsquo;s IT roadmap Required 3 Years</li><li>Conduct market research to identify emerging technologies and qualified vendors. Required 3 Years</li><li>Benchmark vendor pricing and service levels against industry standards to ensure value for money. Required 3 Years</li></ul>Job Type: ContractPay: $60.00 - $70.00 per hourWork Location: In person

IT Vendor Management

<ul><li>Job Title: IT Procurement Specialist (Hybrid)</li><li>Duration : long-term contract</li><li>Location : Des Moines, IA</li><li>Interview : Webcam only</li></ul>Job Summary: The Client is seeking an experienced IT Contracting Officer to manage IT procurements, contract negotiations, and compliance. This role supports IT contract management, performance monitoring, vendor oversight, and ensures alignment with client IT standards and procurement laws.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead and manage end-to-end IT procurements (RFP, RFI, RFQ, sole source).</li><li>Draft, review, and negotiate IT contracts including SaaS, cloud, software licensing, hardware, and professional services.</li><li>Collaborate with legal, cybersecurity, architecture, and business teams to meet technical and operational requirements.</li><li>Ensure compliance with Iowa procurement statutes, rules, and internal policies.</li><li>Maintain procurement documentation and contract records in client systems.</li><li>Provide guidance and training on IT procurement best practices.</li><li>Monitor vendor performance and assist with contract enforcement and dispute resolution.</li><li>Stay updated on industry trends, technologies, and procurement regulations.</li></ul>Minimum Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s in Business Administration, Public Administration, IT, or related field.</li><li>5+ years in IT procurement, contract negotiation, or public-sector contracting.</li><li>Strong knowledge of IT contract types (SaaS, IaaS, licensing, support).</li><li>Experience with state/federal procurement regulations.</li><li>Excellent communication, analytical, negotiation, and project management skills.</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Experience with Iowa procurement systems (Workday, I/3, etc.).</li><li>Certifications: NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CPPO, NCMA CPCM.</li><li>Experience in centralized procurement environments.</li><li>Knowledge of cybersecurity and data privacy considerations in IT contracts.</li></ul>Job Type: ContractPay: $60.00 - $70.00 per hourApplication Question(s):<ul><li>Experience in IT procurement and purchasing</li></ul>Work Location: In person

IT Procurement Specialist

<div><ul><li>Position Title: Information Security Analyst</li><li>
Location: Indianapolis IN 46204</li><li>
Position Type: Contract</li><li>
Interview; Webcam</li><li>
Hybrid Schedule Work - Monday to Wednesday in office and Thursday to Friday remote</li></ul>
Summary<ul><li>
Looking for an Information Security Analyst. Your main job is to help keep the organization&rsquo;s computer systems safe&mdash;especially systems that store confidential information about children and families. You will check for security problems, monitor logs, follow rules set by federal and state agencies, and help prepare for audits.</li></ul>
Daily responsibilities:<ul><li>
Watch over computer systems to make sure data is safe and protected.</li><li>
Let your supervisor know if you find any security issues or improvements needed.</li><li>
Help set up and manage system logs (data, application, network, identity/access logs).</li><li>
Help run tools that collect and report log data.</li><li>
Look for signs of misuse, inefficiency, or security risks in IT systems.</li></ul>
Audit responsibilities:<ul><li>
Help the agency get ready for security audits from organizations like the IRS, SSA, FBI, etc.</li><li>
Help fix any issues found during audits.</li><li>
Assist in writing required audit reports.</li></ul>
Policy and security work:<ul><li>
Help create and update security policies, standards, and procedures.</li><li>
Make recommendations to make new or old systems more secure.</li><li>
Perform regular security audits to ensure rules are being followed.</li><li>
Help choose or improve security software/tools.</li></ul>
Other responsibilities:<ul><li>
Stay up to date on new laws and security requirements.</li><li>
Train and guide staff on security best practices.</li><li>
Work with many IT teams (admins, developers, support staff, etc.).</li></ul>
Required Skills<ul><li>
Strong knowledge of information security tools, laws, and best practices.</li><li>
Understanding of system vulnerabilities and how to fix them.</li><li>
Familiarity with networks, user authentication, and access control.</li><li>
Experience with cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, ISO, CIS, SOC 2, etc.).</li><li>
Experience with compliance and audits (IRS, SSA, HIPAA, etc.).</li></ul>
Education:<ul><li>
Degree in Information Security or Technology.</li></ul>
Highly Desired:<ul><li>
Security certifications (CISSP, CRISC, etc.).</li><li>
Network administration experience.</li></ul></div>

IT Security Analyst - Indianapolis IN - Hybrid

<div>Role: IT Contracting Officer 
Location: Des Moines, IA (Hybrid) 
Employment Type: Contract 
Interview Mode: Video/In Person 
Travel: None
Job Summary: 
The client is seeking an experienced IT Contracting Officer to manage complex IT procurements, negotiate contracts, ensure compliance, and support vendor performance within a centralized IT Procurement Team.
Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Lead end-to-end IT procurement (RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, sole source).</li><li>
Draft and negotiate IT contracts (SaaS, cloud, software licensing, hardware, services).</li><li>
Collaborate with legal, cybersecurity, and technical teams.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with Iowa procurement laws and internal policies.</li><li>
Maintain accurate procurement and contract documentation.</li><li>
Provide guidance on procurement best practices.</li><li>
Monitor vendor performance and support dispute resolution.</li></ul>
Minimum Qualifications:<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s in Business, Public Admin, IT, or related field.</li><li>
5+ years in IT procurement or public-sector contracting.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of IT contract types (SaaS, IaaS, licenses).</li><li>
Familiarity with state/federal procurement regulations.</li><li>
Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.</li></ul>
Preferred:<ul><li>
Experience with Iowa systems (Workday, I/3).</li><li>
Certifications: NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CPPO, CPCM.</li><li>
Centralized procurement experience; cybersecurity/data privacy awareness.</li></ul></div>

IT Contracting Officer-Des Moines, IA-Hybrid