Project Manager

Flexstaf IT; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology staffing firm in Toronto seeks a seasoned Cyber Security Project Manager with over 10 years of experience. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of security tools, governance frameworks, and proven leadership in managing enterprise-scale IT modernization and cyber security projects. Key responsibilities include overseeing complex security initiatives and engaging various stakeholders. The role demands analytical and problem-solving skills, with preference given to candidates holding certifications like CISSP.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in cyber security project management.
• Experience managing enterprise scale IT modernization and/or cyber security projects.
• Deep understanding of security tools and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage enterprise-scale IT modernization and cybersecurity programs.
• Lead complex, high-risk projects ensuring stakeholder engagement.
• Align initiatives with strategic objectives and emerging security challenges.

Skills

Cyber security experience

Project Management

Threat detection

Communication

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem Solving

Education

CISSP or similar certifications

Job description

Must Have

10+ years of cyber security experience as a PM.

Candidate to demonstrate advanced experience managing enterprise scale IT modernization and/or cyber security projects and deep understanding of security tools, technologies, processes, governance frameworks.

Extensive experience with cyber security domain, specifically - Security incident and event management - SEIM.

Understanding of product management framework and delivery.

Strong communication working with various stakeholders and managing team specifically with IT teams.

Experience working with large organizations / Enterprise.

Experience with threat detection and threat intelligence.

Ideal candidate should have deployed SIEM related projects.

Nice to have:

CISSP or similar certifications

Prior cyber security risk management (ISO) exp.

MITRE attack framework

Prior OPS or public experience

Experience and Skill Set Requirements

1. Enterprise IT & Cybersecurity Leadership (40%)

• Candidate to demonstrate advanced experience managing enterprise scale IT modernization and/or cyber security projects and deep understanding of security tools, technologies, processes, governance frameworks
• Manage enterprise‐scale IT modernization and cybersecurity programs.
• Deep expertise in information security domains and controls, Data Loss Prevention (DLP) design and implementation, SIEM Integration, Threat Detection engineering and Threat Intelligence, encryption, tokenization, and key management
• Proficient with Identity & Access Management (SSO, MFA, PKI), network security controls (firewalls, NAC, SASE), and both cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP) and on-prem security domains
• Solid understanding of security operations tools (SIEM, SOAR, EDR), Threat Intelligence Platforms and governance frameworks (PMBOK, ITIL, ISO 27001, FIPPA/PHIPA)

2. Advanced Program & Project Management Skills (60%)

Candidates should demonstrate the ability to lead complex, high-risk projects through the following skill areas:

Skill Category - Weight - Key Competencies

Analytical & Strategic - 15%

Attention to detail, critical thinking, defining input mechanisms, strategic planning, risk identification, logical analysis

Communication & Collaboration - 15%

Facilitating group discussions, engaging reluctant stakeholders, negotiation, relationship building, executive presentations, active listening

Decisive Leadership - 15%

Building consensus, setting measurable objectives, enforcing timelines, prioritization, goal orientation

Problem Solving & Adaptability - 15%

Aligning initiatives with emerging strategy, creative brainstorming, evaluating solutions, identifying obstacles, multitasking, stress tolerance