Project Manager

Sharp Brains; Illinois; Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company is looking for an experienced Program / Project Manager to lead cloud security initiatives across Azure, AWS, and GCP. The role involves managing large-scale cloud security programs, coordinating with multiple stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with security frameworks. Ideal candidates have 15+ years in project management, hands-on experience with CSPM, and familiarity with relevant cloud technologies. The position offers a remote work model with occasional visits to Chicago.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in Project / Program Management.
• Proven experience managing large-scale cloud or security programs.
• Hands-on exposure to Azure, AWS, and GCP.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end CSPM programs across Azure, AWS, and GCP environments.
• Drive project planning, execution, tracking, risk management, and reporting.
• Ensure alignment with security frameworks & regulatory requirements.

Skills

Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM)

Agile project management

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Education

Relevant certifications (CISSP, CCSP, etc.)

Tools

Azure

AWS

Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

Wiz

Job description

Remote 98 % but sometimes has to visit Chicago

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Program / Project Manager to lead Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) initiatives across Microsoft Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). The role requires strong expertise in managing cloud security programs, particularly Wiz deployments, along with deep proficiency in Agile / Kanban project management methodologies.

This role will act as the central coordination point between Security, Cloud Engineering, Compliance, Infrastructure, and Business Stakeholders, ensuring successful planning, execution, governance, and optimization of CSPM programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end CSPM programs across Azure, AWS, and GCP environments
• Drive project planning, execution, tracking, risk management, and reporting
• Manage multi-workstream cloud security initiatives
• Define project scope, timelines, milestones, and success metrics
• Manage Wiz platform deployments, integrations, and rollouts
• Coordinate with cloud, SOC, and security engineering teams
• Oversee configuration of policies, alerts, dashboards, and compliance controls
• Track remediation workflows and posture improvement KPIs

Stakeholder & Governance Management

• Act as liaison between Security, CloudOps, Compliance, DevOps, and Business Units
• Drive decision-making, prioritization, and dependency management
• Ensure alignment with security frameworks & regulatory requirements
• Manage projects using Agile / Kanban methodologies
• Maintain backlogs, sprint boards, task prioritization & velocity tracking
• Facilitate stand-ups, retrospectives, and planning sessions
• Drive continuous improvement & delivery optimization

Risk, Compliance & Controls

• Identify, assess, and manage program risks
• Track cloud security compliance requirements (ISO 27001, SOC2, NIST, etc.)
• Ensure CSPM controls align with enterprise governance standards
• Support audit & regulatory readiness initiatives

Metrics & Reporting

• Build executive dashboards & security posture reporting
• Track KPIs such as:
• Vulnerability remediation trends
• Compliance coverage
• SLA adherence
• Present program updates to leadership

Required Qualifications & Experience

Project / Program Management

• 15+ years in Project / Program Management
• Proven experience managing large-scale cloud or security programs
• Strong expertise in:
• Agile

Cloud & Security Experience

• Hands-on exposure to Azure, AWS, and GCP
• Experience managing cloud security / CSPM initiatives
• Solid understanding of:
• Security controls
• Familiarity with:
• Integrations (SIEM, ITSM, CI/CD)
• Strong knowledge of:
• Agile frameworks
• Experience with security & cloud tooling coordination

Preferred Qualifications

• Cloud certifications (Azure / AWS / GCP)
• Security certifications (CISSP / CISM / CCSP preferred)
• Experience in regulated / enterprise environments
• Exposure to DevSecOps & CloudOps models
• Ability to manage cross-functional cloud & security teams
• Analytical mindset with metrics-driven governance

Success Indicators for the Role

• Improved cloud security posture & risk visibility