Senior Project Delivery Leads

Role: Senior Project Delivery Leads

Location – Atlanta, GA (Preferably onsite but Remote is fine)

Duration :- 12 Months

Essential Duties And 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:
• Proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g., Waterfall, Agile, Scrum) with the ability to apply them effectively in cybersecurity initiatives.
• 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.
• Change Management and Influence:
• Experience with change management and the ability to lead organizational transitions.
• Strong confidence and assertiveness to partner with, drive action, and ensure accountability across various teams.
• Technical Skills:
• Knowledge of 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.
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• 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.
• Degrees or 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.
• 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.