Project Manager – Cybersecurity Programs (APAC)

NEWTONE CONSULTING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

NEWTONE CONSULTING PTE. LTD. in Singapore seeks an experienced Project Manager to drive a regional cybersecurity program across Asia Pacific, coordinating cross-functional teams and engaging senior stakeholders.

You will manage project lifecycles from framing to operations, align with global PMO, and oversee budget and resources in a multinational environment. Strong IT security program management background and PMP certification are required.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience delivering security-focused projects within a multinational organisation (banking, consulting, or technology)
• PMP certification (or equivalent) required; CISSP, CISM, or CISA an advantage
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, or related field; Master’s degree a plus
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Outlook)

Responsibilities

• Manage the regional cybersecurity program across a portfolio of projects, overseeing all phases from framing and validation through execution and transition to operations
• Coordinate with global PMO to relay updates, risks, and priorities throughout each project phase
• Coordinate dedicated project resources and contributors (including local/regional IT and Security teams) to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery
• Contribute to global steering activities and consolidate regional updates and risks from stakeholders
• Prepare and present strategic updates to senior management and governance committees
• Manage resource and financial planning for projects, including hiring and onboarding of project resources
• Partner with regional leads to identify KPI gaps, propose enhancements, and track improvement initiatives
• Support broader department activities and initiatives (e.g., budget management, tools roll-outs)

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Financial planning

Project management

Cross-regional coordination

AI/machine-learning in cybersecurity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, or related field

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Job description

Summary

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to drive the delivery of a regional cybersecurity program across Asia Pacific. The role involves coordinating cross-functional teams to implement a portfolio of cybersecurity projects, managing project lifecycles, and engaging senior stakeholders across the region. This position is ideal for a candidate with a strong background in IT security program management within a large multinational environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the regional cybersecurity program across a portfolio of projects, overseeing all phases from framing and validation through execution and transition to operations


• Coordinate with global PMO to relay updates, risks, and priorities throughout each project phase


• Coordinate dedicated project resources and contributors (including local/regional IT and Security teams) to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery


• Contribute to global steering activities and consolidate regional updates and risks from stakeholders


• Prepare and present strategic updates to senior management and governance committees


• Manage resource and financial planning for projects, including hiring and onboarding of project resources


• Partner with regional leads to identify KPI gaps, propose enhancements, and track improvement initiatives


• Support broader department activities and initiatives (e.g., budget management, tools roll-outs)

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor\'s degree in Computer Science, Business, or related field; Master\'s degree a plus


• 8+ years of experience delivering security-focused projects within a multinational organisation (banking, consulting, or technology); banking sector experience preferred


• Proven track record managing programs with multiple cross-regional stakeholders


• Good knowledge of cybersecurity activities and practices


• PMP certification (or equivalent) required; CISSP, CISM, or CISA an advantage


• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Outlook)


• Familiarity with AI/machine-learning applications in cybersecurity (reporting, analysis) an advantage


• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and financial planning skills