Cybersecurity Portfolio Lead — Strategy & ROI

GEICO; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

GEICO in Palo Alto seeks a Staff Cybersecurity Operations and Portfolio Manager to lead planning, execution, and governance of technology programs that enhance security and align with business goals. You will partner with cross-functional teams, drive KPI dashboards, manage budgets, and influence senior leaders on risk and strategy, while ensuring compliance with standards such as NIST, ISO, and PCI.

This role requires 5+ years in cybersecurity, 7+ years in portfolio/program management, and a

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Cybersecurity in insurance industry or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in technology portfolio, program, and project management.
• 7+ years of experience with agile development, strategic planning.
• 5+ years of experience in stakeholder or partner management.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Portfolio Oversight: Develop, maintain, and evolve the framework for managing the cybersecurity portfolio. Ensure tight alignment between portfolio investments and strategic objectives.
• Performance Monitoring & Reporting: Establish and track KPIs for portfolio health, value delivery, and risk; present reports to senior leadership.
• Risk & Dependency Management: Identify and manage risks and dependencies; develop mitigation strategies and escalate critical issues.
• Financial Management: Oversee portfolio budgets, track financial performance, and support ROI analysis.
• Governance & Process Improvement: Define and improve portfolio management processes, standards, and governance structures.
• Stakeholder Management: Engage with senior leaders, project managers, tech and product owners, and other stakeholders regarding portfolio status.

Skills

Portfolio management

Strategic leadership

Financial analysis

Analytical skills

Executive communication

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience

Job description

GEICO in Palo Alto seeks a Staff Cybersecurity Operations and Portfolio Manager to lead planning, execution, and governance of technology programs that enhance security and align with business goals. You will partner with cross-functional teams, drive KPI dashboards, manage budgets, and influence senior leaders on risk and strategy, while ensuring compliance with standards such as NIST, ISO, and PCI.

This role requires 5+ years in cybersecurity, 7+ years in portfolio/program management, and a