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.