Sr. Project Manager - Certifications

Zachary Piper Solutions; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Job summary

Piper Companies is seeking a Senior Project Manager for Certification and Compliance to lead enterprise-wide initiatives for a global technology and cybersecurity organization. The role focuses on regulatory readiness and certification programs across a global product portfolio.

The position is a long-term contract with hybrid work in Raleigh, NC, requiring strong experience in CRA, CC, FIPS, CE Marking, and collaboration with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Legal, Security, and

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in program management, compliance, engineering leadership, or related fields.
• Experience with Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), Common Criteria (CC), FIPS, and/or CE Marking.
• Background in networking, cybersecurity, software, or hardware product development.
• Experience within a large enterprise technology environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead certification and compliance programs across a global product portfolio.
• Drive readiness for emerging regulations, including the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA).
• Translate regulatory requirements into actionable guidance for engineering and product teams.
• Manage certification initiatives involving Common Criteria (CC), FIPS, CE Marking, and related frameworks.
• Partner with Engineering, Security, Product, and Legal teams to integrate compliance requirements into the product lifecycle.
• Mentor and support globally distributed compliance and certification teams.
• Represent the organization with regulatory agencies, auditors, and industry groups.

Skills

Program management

Compliance

Engineering leadership

Cybersecurity

Job description

Piper Companies is seeking a Sr. Project Manager - Certification and Compliance to lead enterprise-wide certification and compliance initiatives for a global technology and cybersecurity organization. The Sr. Project Manager - Certification and Compliance will drive regulatory readiness, oversee certification programs, and partner with cross-functional teams to ensure products meet evolving global security and compliance standards. The Sr. Project Manager - Certification and Compliance is a long term contract opportunity and requires you to work hybrid in Raleigh, NC.

Responsibilities of the Sr. Project Manager - Certification and Compliance:

• Lead certification and compliance programs across a global product portfolio.
• Drive readiness efforts for emerging regulations, including the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA).
• Translate regulatory requirements into actionable guidance for engineering and product teams.
• Manage certification initiatives involving Common Criteria (CC), FIPS, CE Marking, and related frameworks.
• Partner with Engineering, Security, Product, and Legal teams to integrate compliance requirements into the product lifecycle.
• Mentor and support globally distributed compliance and certification teams.
• Represent the organization with regulatory agencies, auditors, and industry groups.

Requirements of the Sr. Project Manager - Certification and Compliance:

• 10+ years of experience in program management, compliance, engineering leadership, or related fields.
• Strong program management experience leading complex enterprise initiatives.
• Experience with Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), Common Criteria (CC), FIPS, and/or CE Marking.
• Background in networking, cybersecurity, software, or hardware product development.
• Ability to navigate evolving regulatory environments and drive organizational change.
• Experience within a large enterprise technology environment preferred.

Compensation for the Sr. Project Manager - Certification and Compliance:

• $80,000 - $110,000
• Full Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, PTO, Paid Holiday and Sick Leave if Required by Law.

Keywords:

Certification and Compliance, Senior Program Manager, Program Management, Cyber Resilience Act, CRA, Common Criteria, CC, FIPS, CE Marking, Product Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Security Certifications, Governance, Risk Management, Enterprise Technology, Technical Program Management, Security Standards, Compliance Strategy, Remote Leadership, Project Manager, Certifications

This job opens for applications on 10/2/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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