Security Project Manager

Cloud Security Services; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in cybersecurity services is looking for a Security Project Manager Consultant. This role involves managing large-scale security projects and requires extensive knowledge in cybersecurity along with strong project management abilities. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills to lead cross-functional teams and work autonomously while delivering results in a fast-paced environment. Further, familiarity with cloud environments and relevant security certifications will be advantageous.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in project or program management focused on Cybersecurity.
• Experience with Blue and Red teams.
• Ability to explain technical details to a non-technical audience.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale cross-functional projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Define project specifications, establish schedules, and track progress.
• Develop presentations to communicate team accomplishments and project status.

Skills

Communication

Critical Thinking

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Cybersecurity certifications (CISSP, CISM)

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Opportunity:
Cloud Security Services is seeking a Security Project Manager Consultant to support their Threat Management team and objectives by leading, coordinating, and delivering security project milestones for Response, Detection Engineering, Digital Forensics & Threat Intelligence, and Threat Informed Defense. This is a 6-month remote opportunity.

Responsibilities:

• Lead large-scale cross-functional projects with multiple stakeholders
• Work with a global team across multiple time zones
• Strong communication skills and ability to communicate with stakeholders
• Define project specifications and scope, comprehend technical documentation and drawings, establish a comprehensive project schedule with clear milestones, and coordinate with the team
• Track project resources and progress, document, communicate, and work to remove project blockers, identify dependencies that may impact scope or project schedule, and pursue constant improvement on project sprints
• Experience with security infrastructure, cloud architecture, and network security
• Develop and maintain process for tracking financials for programs and projects including planning, budgeting, tools, training, travel, and expenses
• Develop presentations to communicate team accomplishments, project/program status, or other programmatic information

Required Skills:

• Minimum of 3+ years in project or program management with a focus on Cybersecurity
• Experience working with Blue teams or Red teams
• Experience with InfoSec tools
• Experience with collaboration tools such as JIRA or Confluence
• Ability to demonstrate emotional intelligence, critical thinking, and thought leadership
• Ability to analyze large-scale projects and work backwards to break them into manageable milestones
• Experience working at a company with a global footprint and a large enterprise environment
• Ability to explain and write technical details to a non-technical audience
• Ability to work autonomously and under pressure
• Ability to influence others and demonstrate leadership
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent analytical skills
• Collaborative team worker, both in person and virtually (WebEx or similar)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to liaise between business and security/IT teams
• Flexibility to work across different time zones
• Strong interpersonal communication skills in English
• Business outcomes mindset, strategic thinking, and detail orientation
• Self-starter with initiative
• Strong project management and organizational skills

Preferred Skills:

• Relevant industry security certifications (e.g., Security+, GSEC, PMP, ScrumMaster)
• Hands-on engineering experience in IT, Networking, or Security
• Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Experience with FedRAMP environments
• Knowledge of NIST 800-53 (Rev 4 or 5) and CIS Benchmarks

Required Education:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CISM, etc.

EEO Statement:
Cloud Security Services is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.