Role Responsibilities:

• End to end project delivery and execution of cybersecurity projects/critical work efforts
• Understand the problem statement and clearly frame up the solution in partnership with Cyber SMEs
• Align issues and remediation plans accordingly
• Create project charter, build out a comprehensive project plan and drive the overall solution
• Provide status updates with go-to-green plans, when needed, and executive level reporting
• Proactively identify risks/issues and document remediation plans
• Ensure adherence to PMLC and required governance routines

Required Qualifications:

Project Management Skills and Experience:
- 5+ years of experience in project management within cybersecurity or IT industry
- Must Have project management methodologies experience (e.g., Waterfall, Agile, Scrum) with the ability to apply them effectively in cybersecurity initiatives

- Must have change management experience with the experience and ability to lead organizational transitions

- Must have Technical Skills and experience in cybersecurity technologies and solutions, specifically areas of expertise should include one or more of the following -- data protection, data loss prevention, IAM, CIAM, vulnerability management, patch management, cyber defense, threat intel, encryption, MFA, authentication/authorization, application onboarding, etc.
- Experience with risk assessment tools and methodologies.

Highly Preferred Skills:

- Banking or financial services industry is highly recommended

- Strong confidence and assertiveness to partner with, drive action, and ensure accountability across various teams

Analytical and Organizational Skills:
- Strong analytical skills with a knack for identifying, articulating, and managing project dependencies and risks.
- Excellent organizational skills, capable of managing multiple projects and priorities effectively.
Communication and Leadership Skills:
- Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate project goals, dependencies, and risks to both technical teams and senior management.
- Proven leadership ability to drive action, hold teams accountable, and foster collaboration across various teams.
Education and Certifications:

- Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Information Security, or a related field.
- Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or Certified Scrum Master (CSM).
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent.
Cyber / Information Security Expertise:
- Broad understanding of information and/or cyber security and associated frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO/IEC 27001).
- Familiarity with cybersecurity threats, defense mechanisms, and regulatory requirements specific to the banking industry.

Strategic and Innovative Thinking:
- Ability to think strategically about integrating cybersecurity measures into business processes and technologies.
- Innovative mindset to encourage the adoption of new security technologies and practices. Risk Management Skills:
- Proficient in identifying, analyzing, and mitigating project risks and clearly communicating these to stakeholders.
Project Management Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management within cybersecurity or IT, preferably in the banking or financial services industry.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and deliver large-scale cybersecurity projects on time and within budget.