Cybersecurity Project Manager - GlobalSource IT : Job Details

Cybersecurity Project Manager

Location: Poughkeepsie, NY (Hybrid)

Duration: 6-month contract (potential for contract-to-hire)

We are seeking a skilled Cybersecurity Project Manager to oversee and manage medium to large-scale cybersecurity projects. This role requires expertise in guiding projects through all phases—initiation, planning, design, testing, and delivery—within specified scope, schedule, and budget. Operating in a matrix environment, you will ensure the successful completion of projects that achieve defined business outcomes, from project intake through to closure and transition to operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage cybersecurity projects, ensuring delivery within scope, timeline, and budget constraints.
• Drive project phases from initiation to completion, including planning, design, testing, and deployment.
• Oversee the entire project lifecycle, ensuring seamless transition from initiation to operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure project alignment with business objectives.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience managing and delivering cybersecurity projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
• Certifications in Project Management (PMP), Six Sigma, SDLC, or Agile methodologies.
• Deep knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and best practices.
• 7+ years of project management experience in a matrixed or co-sourced environment.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and demonstrated sound decision-making and assertiveness.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills with experience addressing large audiences.
• Ability to build strong interpersonal relationships and effectively serve internal stakeholders.
• Proficient in MS Project and MS Office (Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint).

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in the Energy & Utilities or related services industries.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity tools.
• Proficiency in PPM tools (Jira, ServiceNow, etc.).
• Knowledge of risk management, threat intelligence, and incident response.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent.