Project Manager | Remote, USA

Optiv Canada Federal; Golden Horseshoe; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Project Manager to lead customer-focused security solution projects. This role involves driving project execution from inception to completion, managing timelines, and ensuring quality standards are met. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, risk management, and information security. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and inclusion, offering opportunities to work on innovative projects and maintain a healthy work/life balance. If you're results-oriented and passionate about leading teams, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Work/life balance

Professional training resources

Volunteer opportunities

Remote work capabilities

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of experience in project/program delivery leadership.
• PMP certification preferred with strong knowledge of methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct multiple projects ensuring timely delivery.
• Develop strategic delivery plans and monitor project budgets.

Skills

Project Management

Risk Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Self-Motivation

Education

BA or BS in Computer Science

Advanced Degree

Tools

Project Management Software

Job description

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Project Manager | Remote, USA

Apply locations: Toronto, Ontario | Time type: Full time | Posted on: Posted Yesterday | Job requisition id: 2025-12622

This position can be hired remotely anywhere within Canada.

The Project Manager leads and directs multiple projects under the guidance of Project Management Office (PMO) leadership. They drive projects from inception to completion, identify and document project requirements, support clients on information security initiatives, keep stakeholders informed of project and budget status, and manage issues to resolution. Responsibilities include managing all aspects of the project life cycle (initiation, planning, execution, control, close), focusing on risk management, forecasting challenges, and devising strategies to overcome them. The Project Manager ensures projects progress as planned through oversight and control of activities and timelines.

How you'll make an impact

• Accountable for the execution and delivery of customer-focused security solution projects, ensuring progress and avoiding delays.
• Drive project progress across multiple stakeholders, maintaining timeliness and resource utilization, with a minimum of 40 hours billed per week per resource.
• Develop strategic delivery plans, schedules, project controls, cost forecasts, risk management plans, issue resolution strategies, resource analysis, and reporting.
• Create and maintain schedules with key deliverables, milestones, and dependencies; monitor progress and identify potential delays or risks early; drive resolution efforts.
• Coordinate and facilitate planning and status meetings.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks, creating appropriate mitigation plans.
• Ensure quality and consistency through sound application of methodologies, standards, and templates.
• Monitor project budgets, burn rates, milestones, and deliverables to ensure timely completion.
• Report to Program Managers on cross-capability projects, collaborating with peers to track dependencies and risks.
• Consolidate and report project performance metrics and statuses to stakeholders and the PMO.
• Manage projects across various teams, communicating risks and impacts.
• Establish communication plans for team coordination and status updates.
• Implement project controls to ensure timely, within-budget delivery that meets quality standards and customer expectations, maintaining 40 hours billed per resource weekly.
• Maintain commitment to milestones and escalate issues as necessary.
• Foster strong relationships through regular communication with sales, customers, and delivery teams.

• Maintain relationships with subject matter experts and organizational personnel.

What we're looking for

• BA or BS in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 3-6 years of experience in customer-facing project/program delivery leadership within a professional services organization.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
• Proven success managing multiple clients and initiatives over the long term.
• Experience managing information security projects is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, practices, and tools.
• Experience working with both clients and partners.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Results-oriented, high energy, self-motivated.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Previous experience in security services is a plus.
• Experience as a security consulting professional is preferred.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills.

What you can expect from Optiv

• A company committed to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion.
• Work/life balance and professional training resources.
• Opportunity to work on complex, innovative projects.
• Volunteer opportunities through “Optiv Chips In”.
• Remote work capabilities with necessary technology.

EEO Statement

Optiv is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, or other protected categories.

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About Us

We collaborate with clients to manage cyber risks, providing perspectives and programs to accelerate their business. Our expertise and diverse teams enable us to face any challenge confidently. We focus on designing and implementing agile solutions that assess risks in the context of cyber and broader business objectives, securing today’s business and preparing it for the future.

At Optiv, we manage cyber risk so you can unlock your full potential.