Cybersecurity Project Manager

Core Responsibilities: Project Delivery: Plan and execute security programs—such as Security Operations Center (SOC) deployments, Identity and Access Management (IAM), Privileged Access Management (PAM), cloud security upgrades, and vendor risk assessments. Risk & Compliance Management: Track vulnerabilities, manage RAID logs (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, Dependencies), and ensure alignment with regulatory frameworks like NIST, ISO, or NY Client. Stakeholder & Vendor Coordination: Translate complex technical requirements for executive leadership, manage third-party security vendors, and hold cross-functional teams accountable to project milestones. Governance & Budgeting: Oversee project scopes, timelines, and budgets while establishing KPIs and executive status reporting.

Key Skills & Qualifications: Technical Understanding: Familiarity with network security, cryptography, operating systems (Windows, Linux), PAM tools, and vulnerability management. Project Methodologies: Experience with traditional Waterfall or Agile frameworks (Scrum/Kanban) adapted for technical environments.

Certifications: PMP (Project Management Professional) and security credentials like CISSP, CISM, or CISA are commonly preferred