Cyber Security Project Manager

Introduction

This position is for a Senior Cyber Security Project Manager based in Newark, CA. The role involves leading and delivering strategic cross-functional initiatives across Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Digital Transformation, Data Analytics, and Business Systems. The ideal candidate will have exceptional project management capabilities, stakeholder management skills, and experience in regulated life sciences environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple concurrent projects across IT, Cybersecurity, Digital Transformation, and Business Operations.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, budgets, resource plans, risk registers, and communication plans.
• Facilitate project governance meetings, steering committees, and executive status updates.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including business stakeholders, IT, vendors, consultants, and third-party partners.
• Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and business requirements.
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to ensure cybersecurity requirements are incorporated into project planning and execution.
• Manage projects involving Identity and Access Management (IAM) and security controls.
• Coordinate data analytics and AI initiatives to support operational efficiency and decision-making.
• Support digital transformation and technology initiatives, including website development and migration.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor''s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 8+ years of project management experience leading complex cross-functional initiatives.
• Proven track record managing enterprise technology and business transformation projects.
• Strong expertise in project management methodologies including Waterfall, Agile, and Hybrid approaches.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience managing project budgets, timelines, risks, dependencies, and vendor relationships.
• Ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Jira, Monday.com, or similar platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, healthcare, or other regulated industries.
• Knowledge of GxP, Computer System Validation (CSV), 21 CFR Part 11, and regulated system implementations.
• Experience managing cybersecurity projects such as security assessments, identity management, endpoint security, cloud security, vulnerability management, or compliance initiatives.
• Experience leading corporate website development and redesign.
• Experience delivering data analytics, business intelligence, reporting, data warehouse, or AI-related initiatives.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• PMP, PgMP, PMI-ACP, Scrum Master, or equivalent certifications preferred.