Program Manager - IT Security

Client is looking for an experienced program manager to be part of a dynamic team supporting IT Information Security and AI. This position’s primary responsibility is the management of strategic initiatives and programs. The IT Program Manager will be responsible for working across multiple groups, towers, and geographies to successful deliver business value. This individual will need to have excellent communication skills, determination, and perseverance to be successful.

The IT Program Manager will manage a set of projects as well as participate in short- and long-term strategy planning. The IT Program Manager will work closely with Operations Teams, Application Teams, and Business units to ensure proper execution of project and program plans.

Experience with modern cybersecurity architectures and technologies including Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), Identity and Access Management (IAM), Privileged Access Management (PAM), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Security Operations (SOC), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR/XDR), Cloud Security, Data Protection, Network Security, and Firewall technologies is highly desirable.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute complex IT programs and projects across Infrastructure, Applications, Information Security, Cloud, Data Analytics, AI, and Enterprise Technology domains.
• Develop and manage project/program plans, scope, schedules, budgets, resources, quality objectives, and deliverables to ensure successful business outcomes.
• Define and manage strategic program roadmaps aligned with business priorities, cybersecurity strategy, technology modernization, and digital transformation objectives.
• Lead enterprise cybersecurity initiatives including Zero Trust (ZTNA), Identity Security, MFA, PAM, IGA, Network Segmentation, DLP, Threat Detection, Cloud Security, and Security Compliance programs.
• Drive cross-functional security programs involving Firewall modernization, Network Security, Secure Remote Access, SASE, Security Operations, Vulnerability Management, and Infrastructure Security enhancements.

Qualifications:

• 15+ years of IT experience with 10+ years successfully leading large, cross-functional projects and programs.
• PMP or equivalent Project Management certification preferred; cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CCSP, or Security+ are a plus.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity domains including Zero Trust, IAM, PAM, MFA, Network Security, Cloud Security, Data Protection, Vulnerability Management, Security Operations, and Incident Response.
• Experience leading enterprise security initiatives such as ZTNA, MFA, IGA, PAM, Firewall Modernization, SIEM, EDR/XDR, Cloud Security, and Compliance Programs.
• Working knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and standards including NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, CIS Controls, ISO 27001, SOC 2, and Zero Trust Architecture principles.
• Strong technical foundation with experience in SDLC, Agile, Scrum, and enterprise technology delivery methodologies.
• Proven ability to drive executive communications, governance, stakeholder alignment, business cases, strategic roadmaps, KPIs/KRIs, and portfolio reporting.
• Experience managing third-party vendors, security assessments, remediation efforts, audits, and risk management initiatives.
• Excellent leadership, collaboration, communication, and influencing skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Project, M365, Visio, Excel, PowerPoint, Smartsheet, Jira, and related portfolio management tools.