IT Project Manager - Cybersecurity

The IT Project Manager of Cybersecurity is responsible for leading the planning, coordination, and execution of IT Cybersecurity projects from initiation through completion. This role oversees project delivery efforts across a portfolio of initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives, effective resource utilization, and timely delivery of high-quality outcomes. This role collaborates with cross-functional stakeholders and technical teams to manage project scope, timelines, budgets, risks, and change.

This role is ideal for individuals with a strong foundation in project coordination and business analysis who are ready to take full ownership of project delivery. It requires a proactive leader who can manage multiple projects, influence stakeholders, and drive continuous improvement in delivery practices. This role focuses on delivering value through structured project management practices, cross-functional coordination, and proactive risk management.

Work Details:

• Full time permanent position, Monday-Friday. 40 hours/week
• This role is based in Houston, Texas in a hybrid (Office / Work-from-home) capacity. 

Project Management and Execution:

• Lead cybersecurity and compliance initiatives, including security control implementation, vulnerability remediation, identity and access management (IAM), endpoint protection, and security monitoring programs.
• Develop project plans aligned with cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST CSF, NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53, and organizational security standards.
• Manage projects involving regulatory compliance requirements including CMMC, DFARS, and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) protection.
• Lead the full lifecycle of IT projects, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
• Define project scopes, deliverables, schedules, and resource plans in collaboration with stakeholders and technical teams.
• Track and manage project progress against objectives, resolving blockers and escalating issues where necessary.
• Ensure that projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget, and in alignment with organizational standards.

Team and Resource Coordination:

• Coordinate activities between cybersecurity, infrastructure, compliance, legal, and business teams to ensure successful delivery of security initiatives.
• Facilitate collaboration with external auditors, assessors, and security vendors during project execution.
• Coordinate the work of cross-functional teams, including internal IT staff, business users, and third-party vendors.
• Support resource planning and task assignment across multiple concurrent initiatives.
• Provide guidance to junior project team members, including Specialists and Coordinators.

Stakeholder Management and Communication:

• Communicate cybersecurity risks, compliance requirements, and remediation priorities to business and technical stakeholders.
• Provide project status reporting related to security posture improvements, audit readiness, and compliance milestones.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, ensuring clear and timely communication.
• Prepare and deliver project updates, dashboards, and reports for business and technical audiences.
• Ensure stakeholder expectations are managed appropriately throughout the project lifecycle.

Delivery Process and Continuous Improvement:

• Promote security-by-design and compliance-by-design principles throughout project delivery.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) processes and cybersecurity project delivery frameworks.
• Apply appropriate project delivery methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid) based on project context.
• Identify opportunities to improve delivery processes and implement best practices for project execution.
• Participate in retrospectives and knowledge-sharing activities to support continuous improvement.

Risk and Issue Management:

• Identify and manage cybersecurity risks, vulnerabilities, compliance gaps, and audit findings.
• Coordinate remediation activities and track Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&M) through completion.
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Maintain risk logs and issue trackers; escalate critical concerns to senior leadership as needed.
• Implement corrective actions to keep projects on track.

Other duties as assigned.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Working knowledge of NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53, NIST CSF, CMMC, DFARS, and CUI requirements.
• Understanding of cybersecurity controls, risk management frameworks, vulnerability management, and audit processes.
• Familiarity with security technologies including IAM, SIEM, EDR, cloud security, and network security concepts.
• Strong project management skills and experience leading IT project delivery from end to end.
• Solid understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana).
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; capable of managing multiple projects concurrently.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to guide cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders.
• Proficiency in project documentation, reporting, and dashboard creation.
• Ability to identify project risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Solid understanding of IT systems, workflows, and business process improvement practices.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

 EDUCATION:

• Experience delivering cybersecurity, compliance, or risk management initiatives in regulated environments preferred.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53, CMMC, or similar standards preferred.
• Security-related certifications such as Security+, CISSP, CISM, CCP, or equivalent are considered assets.
• Bachelor’s degree; Information Technology, Computer Science, or Business preferred. Related fields and equivalent experience will be considered.
• 5+ years of experience in technology-focused project management or delivery, including experience in leading cross-functional teams.
• Project Management certification (e.g., PMP, CAPM, or Agile/Scrum certification) is considered an asset.

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, dental, and supplemental insurance
• 401K Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

• Remote, hybrid, or office environment with frequent computer use and interaction with distributed teams.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Frequent use of computers and related office technology.