Program Manager - Cybersecurity Operations

Sira Consulting, an Inc 5000 company; Hauppauge (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Teachers FCU is seeking a Program Manager for Cybersecurity Operations to lead enterprise cybersecurity programs, coordinate incident response, and ensure regulatory compliance. The role interfaces with senior leadership, technology partners, and external vendors to align cybersecurity initiatives with business objectives.

The program leader will oversee SOC, vulnerability management, IAM, PAM, EDR, and GRC activities, driving improvements and executive reporting on risk and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee cybersecurity programs aligned with security strategy and business goals.
• Define objectives, roadmaps, timelines, and governance for programs.
• Manage cross-functional teams and vendors to deliver projects on scope and budget.
• Collaborate with executives to develop long-term cybersecurity strategies.
• Coordinate incident response activities and regulatory/audit compliance.

Skills

Cybersecurity leadership

Program management

Vendor management

Executive communication

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/IT/CS/IS

Job description

Program Manager - Cybersecurity Operations

Position Summary

Program Manager Cybersecurity Operations to lead and oversee enterprise cybersecurity programs that protect the organization's information assets, technology infrastructure, and business operations. This role will be responsible for managing multiple cybersecurity operational functions delivered through Tech Mahindra (TechM), driving cybersecurity initiatives, coordinating incident response activities, ensuring regulatory and audit compliance, and providing executive level reporting on cybersecurity risks, program performance, and strategic outcomes.

The successful candidate will act as a key liaison between Teachers FCU leadership, cybersecurity teams, technology partners, and external vendors, ensuring cybersecurity programs align with business objectives and industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities

Cybersecurity Program Leadership

• Manage and oversee cybersecurity programs in alignment with Teachers FCU's security strategy, risk management objectives, and business goals.
• Define program objectives, deliverables, success metrics, roadmaps, timelines, and governance structures.
• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of cybersecurity projects, ensuring completion within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and execute long term cybersecurity strategies and transformation initiatives.
• Prioritize cybersecurity investments and initiatives based on risk assessments, regulatory requirements, and business needs.

Operational Management

• Lead and manage Tech Mahindra cybersecurity operations teams across multiple security domains, including:Security Operations Center (SOC)
• Email Security management
• Firewall and URL Web Filtering management
• Vulnerability Management and Patch Management
• Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)
• Identity and Access Management (IAM)
• Privileged Access Management (PAM)
• Support Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) activities
• Ensure operational effectiveness and continuous improvement across all cybersecurity functions.
• Promote cross functional collaboration to achieve program objectives and enhance organizational security posture.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 15+ years of experience in cybersecurity, information security, technology operations, and risk management.
• 10+ years of experience managing cybersecurity programs and cross functional teams.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity operations, including SOC, Vulnerability Management, Patch Management, EDR, IAM, PAM, Incident Response, and GRC.
• Proven experience managing large scale cybersecurity initiatives and vendor delivered services.
• Experience presenting cybersecurity strategy, risks, and operational updates to executive leadership and boards.
• Strong program management, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.