Assistant Director Portfolio Management

University of California; Georgia; On-site; USD 98,550 - 120,450; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Tuition Assistance Program

Earned vacation time

Sick leave

13 paid holidays

Job summary

The University of California is seeking an Assistant Director for Cyber Resiliency Center projects in Georgia. This role will lead portfolio management, ensuring effective governance, project delivery, and risk management. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of program management experience, a strong understanding of cybersecurity regulations, and excellent communication skills. A Bachelor's degree is required, and a Project Management certification is preferred. Full-time, offering competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Ten or more years of Program and/or Project Management experience.
• Experience leading process improvement initiatives.
• Project Management Professional certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead portfolio delivery for Cyber Resiliency Center projects.
• Manage collection of projects to achieve strategic objectives.
• Coordinate initiatives across the project lifecycle.

Skills

Program Management

Cybersecurity Knowledge

Budget Management

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

Reporting to the CRC Director, the Assistant Director Portfolio Management leads portfolio delivery for Cyber Resiliency Center projects and programs in accordance with the vision of the GCITC and the State of Georgia. The Assistant Director Portfolio Management will manage the collection of projects and programs to achieve CRC strategic objectives and ensure governance discipline, roadmap planning, risk and dependency management, KPI reporting, vendor coordination, and capacity planning. This role will work with the Senior Director to recruit and maintain key partners and manage the customer pipeline and growth for GCITC CRC programs and partnerships.

Responsibilities

PROGRAM LEADERSHIP, GOVERNANCE, AND RISK:

• Sets multi-quarter direction and milestones, dashboards, and post-implementation reviews to align coordinator execution with CRC priorities and measurable cybersecurity outcomes.
• Utilizes a strong knowledge of cybersecurity regulations, governance frameworks, and maturity models to ensure compliance, standardization, and continuous improvement.
• Translates organizational objectives into KPIs and risk metrics, establishing monitoring and reporting methods that support early risk detection and executive decisions.
• Advises senior leadership and stakeholders on cybersecurity tradeoffs and risk management.
• Works with the key stakeholders and staff to conduct strategic planning to ensure the GCITC CRC is able to fulfill its mission and strategic objectives.
• Supports the implementation of GCITC CRC educational research, and entrepreneurial programs that align with and deliver on the center's stated vision and mission.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND OPERATIONS:

• Assists the CRC Director with identifying and executing business growth opportunities and new revenue streams, including sector expansion, partnership development, and contract management.
• Oversees staffing, budgeting, and contracting, leading one coordinator position and working closely with the Assistant Director Operations, CRC, and their supporting staff.
• Utilizes strong knowledge of organizational finance, workforce planning, contracting, and partnership development to guide funding, allocate resources, and expand services.
• Demonstrates advanced skills in leadership, mentoring, and talent development, managing various workforce, and contributing to executive policy and strategic guidance.
• Oversees and implements appropriate resources to ensure efficient operation of the GCITC CRC service deliverables.

WORKFORCE ENABLEMENT AND STAKEHOLDER COMMUNICATION:

• Works with the CRC Director and Assistant Director, Operations CRC to allocate team capacity, conduct workforce planning, and establish hiring and retention processes to sustain scalable delivery.
• Utilizes advanced skills in communication and executive briefing to translate complex cybersecurity concepts, convey performance and risk, and maintain alignment, transparency, and continued investment.
• Responsible for the recruitment, hiring, and retention of qualified, competent staff under their purview.
• Supports and develops key client relationships.

PORTFOLIO EXECUTION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT:

• Coordinates multiple CRC initiatives by managing schedules, scope, dependencies, and quality across the project lifecycle while sustaining governance and continuity.
• Utilizes in-depth knowledge of resource management, procurement, budgeting, supply chain risk, and security integration to enable compliant, cost-effective delivery.
• Balances priorities, applies cost benefit analysis, and embeds continuity planning to optimize results.
• Assists the Assistant Director, Operations CRC in SAV scheduling & logistics.
• Uses advanced skills in operational leadership and coordination to align resources, guide vendor decisions, and deliver the CRC portfolio with fiscal discipline and confidence.

FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE AND VIABILITY:

• Supports the development of resources sufficient to ensure the financial health of the GCITC CRC.
• Responsible for the fiscal integrity of the GCITC CRC, to include P&L responsibility for GCITC CRC programs, preparing and presenting annual budgets and reporting requirements, and tracking metrics (KPI), which accurately reflect the financial condition of the GCITC CRC.
• Manages fiscal responsibilities, operating within the approved budget, ensuring high resource utilization, and maintaining a positive financial position for the GCITC CRC.

Other: Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and ten or more years of Program and/or Project Management experience and experience in leading process improvement initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional certification or equivalent project management experience.
• Proven record of transparent and high-integrity leadership in managing cybersecurity frameworks and processes.
• Knowledge of the cybersecurity industry, key players, trends, and opportunities.
• Federal government or military experience.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

KNOWLEDGE

Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.

SKILLS

• Hands-on budget management skills, including budget preparation, analysis, decision-making, and reporting.
• Strong organizational skills, including planning, delegating, program development, and task facilitation.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong public speaking.

ABILITIES

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to convey a strategic vision to internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to oversee, collaborate with, and motivate peers, staff, and community partners.
• Ability to interface and engage with various staff, customers, and community stakeholders.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days/M-F (Work outside of normal business hours may be required)

Pay Band: B17

Salary: Minimum $109,500/annually

Salary to be commensurate with the qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum midpoint) of the position.

Recruitment Period: Until Filled

Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Augusta University is a tobacco‑free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply

Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role.

To apply, select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university, or University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee.

If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706‑721‑9365.