Manager - IT - FACTS Financial Aid

Lincoln, NEFull-time$110k2026-08-24 → 2026-11-11

Hybrid · United StatesNo visa sponsorshipSecurity clearance required

Core

Leading the FACTS Financial Aid Management Development Teams to define quality, efficiency, and development best practices while driving product delivery and strategic planning.

Role type

Senior IT Manager (People & Process Leadership)

Builds

Financial aid management software solutions and development teams

Domain

Higher Education Technology / Financial Aid

Deliverable

product features

Required skills

Team leadership and coaching, Strategic planning, Agile methodology, Change management, Budgeting and staffing, Cross-functional collaboration

Preferred skills

AI utilization in SDLC, Lean solution implementation

Technologies

Agile frameworks, SDLC tools

Responsibilities

Coach and professionally develop team members, Build relationships with IT/Product/Operations leaders, Translate technical details into business language, Lead hiring processes, Implement lean solutions to improve efficiency, Contribute to strategic planning decisions

Seniority

Manager, hands-on leadership

About Nelnet

Nelnet is committed to providing a welcoming and respectful workplace where all associates have the opportunity to succeed. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We value the unique contributions of every team member and believe that a positive wo