Cybersecurity Project Manager (100% Remote U.S)

ZipRecruiter; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Project Manager to oversee cybersecurity projects. This fully remote role requires project management expertise and a solid background in cybersecurity practices. The ideal candidate will lead technical teams and ensure successful project delivery aligned with business objectives.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses

Fully remote work with flexible hours

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off and holidays

Ongoing professional development and certification support

Collaborative, innovative, and inclusive work culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project management, with at least 2 years in cybersecurity.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts and frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and manage multiple cybersecurity projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT and security operations.

Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Jira

Asana

MS Project

Trello

Smartsheet

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Cybersecurity Project Manager

Location: 100% Remote (USA-based)

Job Type: Full-Time

Industry: Information Technology / Cybersecurity

About the Role

A forward-thinking U.S.-based company is actively hiring an experienced and detail-oriented Cybersecurity Project Manager to lead, coordinate, and execute a range of cybersecurity projects across our organization. This fully remote position requires strong project management expertise, an in-depth understanding of cybersecurity practices, and the ability to drive cross-functional teams toward the successful delivery of initiatives aligned with business and security objectives.

The ideal candidate will have a solid background in cybersecurity, hands-on experience managing security-focused projects, and excellent communication and organizational skills. If you're passionate about protecting digital assets and enjoy leading technical teams in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

1. Plan, execute, and manage multiple concurrent cybersecurity projects (e.g., security audits, incident response planning, risk assessments, compliance initiatives, vulnerability management).
2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT, security operations, development, compliance, and third-party vendors.
3. Define project scopes, goals, deliverables, timelines, and resource needs.
4. Monitor and track project milestones, deliverables, and KPIs to ensure successful completion within scope, time, and budget.
5. Identify and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies, and escalate as appropriate.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of professional experience in project management, with at least 2 years in cybersecurity or IT security projects.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts, frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS), and technologies (firewalls, IDS/IPS, IAM, SIEM, endpoint protection, etc.).
• Proven ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders and technical teams.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into business terms.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, MS Project, Trello, Smartsheet).

Qualifications

• PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification.
• CISSP, CISM, or other relevant cybersecurity certifications.
• Experience with cloud security projects (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Ongoing professional development and certification support.
• A collaborative, innovative, and inclusive work culture.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, or disability.