Lead, Program & Project Delivery

EastWest Bank; Makati; On-site; PHP 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank seeks a dynamic individual as the Lead for Program & Project Delivery in Information Security. This role is crucial for managing security initiatives and ensuring their success through effective coordination, stakeholder engagement, and project management methodologies. Ideal candidates possess a strong background in information security, proven project management experience, and relevant qualifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in ICT, Computer Science, or related field required.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) / PRINCE II certification is a plus.
• Experience in managing information security projects in a banking environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the management of information security programs' lifecycle.
• Coordinate program execution using industry-standard methodologies.
• Facilitate communication with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Management skills

Project management

Information Security

Compliance knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelors Degree in ICT, Computer Science or related field

Tools

MS Office

Google Apps

Job description

Makati, NCR, Philippines Information Security & Data Protection Office

About the job Lead, Program & Project Delivery

Job Purpose:

• As the Lead Security Program Delivery, you will collaborate closely with the Head of Program Delivery to provide critical support in managing the entire life cycle of information security programs.
• From contributing to proof of concept initiatives to overseeing program implementation and continuous improvement, you will play a key role in ensuring the success of information security initiatives.
• This position requires a dynamic individual with a passion for program delivery and a strong foundation in project management within the information security domain.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Strategic Support:

• Assist in shaping and executing the strategic vision for information security programs.
• Contribute actively to the development and execution of proof of concept initiatives.
• Collaborate in establishing a robust monitoring framework for ongoing program evaluation.
• Actively participate in proactive measures for continuous improvement based on monitoring insights.

Program Coordination

• Coordinate and oversee the execution of information security programs using industry-standard methodologies.
• Apply project management terminologies, including Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and Critical Path Analysis (CPA), to ensure program success.

Implementation Assistance

• Support the implementation of information security programs, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
• Contribute to the application of Agile and Scrum methodologies for efficient program execution.

Metrics Tracking and Reporting

• Contribute to defining and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) for information security programs.
• Assist in generating regular reports for senior management, highlighting program achievements and improvement areas.

Resource Optimization

• Support the optimization of resource allocation to enhance program delivery efficiency.
• Assist in ensuring the availability of necessary resources for successful program implementation.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Facilitate collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth program delivery.
• Assist in communicating program updates and milestones to stakeholders.
• Contribute to the identification and mitigation of risks associated with information security programs.
• Assist in developing contingency plans and risk response strategies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in ICT, Computer Science or related field and equivalent work experience
• Project Management Professional (PMP) / PRINCE II certification is a plus
• Proven work experience in managing projects/programs in Information Security, Compliance, Technology audit, or a related field in the banking industry or similar environment
• Strong working knowledge of office productivity tools (e.g., MS Office, Google Apps