Program Manager - Cyber Security

GAVS Technologies N.A., Inc; Chennai District; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Neurealm in India is seeking a Program Manager – Cybersecurity to lead the technical delivery of cyber security engagements and manage client relationships. You will work with partners and directors to define solutions, oversee operations, and drive security programs across the organization.

You will design, implement, and monitor security strategies, conduct risk assessments and vulnerability tests, and guide cross-functional teams to embed security into development lifecycles.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering cybersecurity programs and managing client relations.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of a portfolio of cyber security operations, ensuring high quality output and client satisfaction.
• Building and maintaining trusted client relationships, acting as a strategic advisor to senior stakeholders.
• Developing engagement plans, budgets, and resourcing, while managing operational risks and issues.

Skills

Cybersecurity governance

Stakeholder management

Program management

Risk assessment

Vendor management

Cross-functional leadership

Tools

ISO 27001

NIST framework

Job description

About the Role:

As a ‘Program Manager – Cybersecurity’ at Neurealm, you will be responsible for leading the technical delivery of cyber security engagements and manage client relationships. You will work closely with Partners and Directors to define solutions, oversee operations, project execution, and develop new opportunities. Program Manager will play a critical role in safeguarding information assets. They must design, implement, and oversee security programs that protect against threats and ensure compliance with industry standards. By coordinating with various departments, they ensure that security measures are integrated seamlessly into all business operations. Program Manager is essential for maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of data, mitigating risks, and responding effectively to security incidents. Their expertise should help organizations stay ahead of emerging threats and adapt to the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape. Program Manager is responsible for developing and managing comprehensive security strategies. Work closely with IT, engineering, legal, and other teams to ensure that security protocols are embedded in every aspect of the organization. By conducting risk assessments and vulnerability tests, they identify potential threats and implement measures to address them. Additionally, this role oversees security awareness training programs to educate employees about best practices and emerging threats. Staying updated on the latest security trends and technologies is crucial, as is the ability to respond swiftly and effectively to any security incidents that arise.

You will have responsibility for:

• Leading end-to-end delivery of a portfolio of cyber security operations, ensuring high quality output and client satisfaction.
• Building and maintaining trusted client relationships, acting as a strategic advisor to senior stakeholders.
• Developing engagement plans, budgets, and resourcing, while managing operational risks and issues.
• Guiding and reviewing the work of engagement teams, providing coaching and constructive feedback.
• Contributing in proposal development, presentations, and thought leadership.
• Contribute in RFI, RFP, Proposal building lifecycle, Budgeting, ROI, Variance and Finance in the Cybersecurity tower.
• Contributing to practice growth by identifying market trends, developing new service offerings, and building internal capabilities.

You will be responsible to deliver one or more of the following areas:

• Developing and Implementing Security Programs
• Coordinating Cross-Functional Teams
• Conducting Risk and Vulnerability Assessments
• Managing Security Policies and Procedures
• Overseeing Security Awareness Training
• Establish comprehensive security initiatives within the first 6 months.
• Build strong relationships with key departments to integrate security requirements.
• Perform regular risk and vulnerability assessments to identify and address potential threats.
• Analysis of security needs and formulation of security objectives and strategies
• Planning and integration of security activities within the development lifecycle
• Expert guidance to teams on implementing cybersecurity features
• Management of cybersecurity deliverables including quality, cost, and timeliness
• Handling of vulnerabilities, cybersecurity issues, and action plans
• Effective communication and reporting on cybersecurity status within the Program

Experience or understanding of information technology and securitySkills and attributes for success:Knowledge of product security areas such as cybersecurity, cryptography, network protection, and identity management.Familiarity with cybersecurity standards like ISO 2700X, IEC 62443, NISTProven ability to manage quality, cost, and delivery of cybersecurity initiativesStrong interdisciplinary collaboration skillsWorking with partners, vendors, employees, and agencies to ensure project success.Supporting the development, implementation, and communication of cybersecurity activities and programs.Leading the set-up and execution of program events, briefings, and meetings.Liaising with other teams to identify and exploit opportunities with other programs across the organization.Managing multi-functional team coordination, opportunity screening, benefit/cost analysis, vendor selection, schedule and budget oversight, management of consultants/contractors, issue resolution, and reporting.Coordinating with internal and external legal, contracting, procurement, finance, and communications departments to ensure successful project rollout and streamline communications.

Key Attributes:

• Provides outstanding customer service and technology-related problem resolution to our stakeholders, clients, and vendors.
• Lead and manage end-to-end security projects and programs, driving continuous process improvements and technology advancements.
• Develop and present program KPIs, health checks, and risk assessments to Information Security leadership.
• Gain deep understanding of program portfolios, business context, and cross-program dependencies to ensure successful delivery.
• Communicate findings and progress from initiatives to both management and broader organizational stakeholders.
• Propose and champion new solutions or directions, motivating others to embrace and support innovative approaches.
• Partner closely with IT, Product, and Engineering teams to align security objectives with organizational goals.
• Work independently with limited supervision, proactively driving projects forward and course-correcting as needed.
• Leverage cross-functional knowledge to identify trends, connect insights, and facilitate alignment among key stakeholders.
• Effectively influence and collaborate to ensure continual progress on objectives, managing risks and changes with agility.
• Lead, plan, execute, and control an assigned portfolio of InfoSec projects, spanning risk, compliance, technology, and operations.
• Ensure project status reports are relevant, transparent, and provide actionable value.
• Support Cybersecurity leaders in addressing delivery challenges, advising on specialized technical or business issues as needed.