Senior Project Manager

Mode of Work : Hybrid (3 days working from office)

Job type- B2B Contract

Note : Pharma or Bio-tech Domain is Mandatory

Detailed Job Description :

Role Summary :

• We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the Information Protection Project and oversee multiple workstreams across data security, governance, and compliance. The role requires a professional experienced in managing complex, cross-functional initiatives, ensuring timely delivery, stakeholder alignment, and regulatory compliance.
• The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with information protection, data classification, DLP (Data Loss Prevention), access governance, and can handle multiple priorities in a regulated environment.

Must-Have Skills & Experience :

• 10–15 years of project/program management experience, preferably in cybersecurity, data protection, or IT risk domains.
• Proven success in delivering information protection, data privacy, or cybersecurity projects.
• Strong knowledge of information security technologies and controls (e.g., DLP, CASB, IAM, encryption tools).
• Understanding of regulatory frameworks (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, SOX, ISO 27001).
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills.
• PMP, Prince2, or equivalent certification required; CISM or CISSP is advantageous.

Preferred Attributes :

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive.
• Able to manage ambiguity and adapt to changing priorities.
• Comfortable working in matrixed, global environments with cross-functional teams.
• Strong reporting and executive communication skills.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead end-to-end delivery of the Information Protection project, including planning, execution, risk management, and stakeholder communication.
• Manage multiple workstreams, such as :
• Data Classification & Labelling
• DLP Implementation
• Information Governance & Access Controls
• Security Awareness & Training

Develop detailed project plans, timelines, resource allocations, and budgets.

Collaborate with Information Security, Legal, IT, Data Governance, and Compliance teams.

Ensure compliance with global standards and regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, ISO 27001).

Facilitate governance forums, reporting, and steering committee updates.

Monitor project KPIs to ensure timely and quality delivery.

Manage vendor relationships and third-party deliverables where applicable.