IT Project Manager - Security & Compliance

Job Description

Job Description

Project Background :

Our client is launching a cloud transformation initiative focused on delivering quick wins and building foundational capabilities across the organization. Early efforts are centered around data and analytics, productivity tools, and security governance, with collaboration across Big Data, Infrastructure & Operations, Security & Compliance, Applications, Client Services, and Business Solutions.

The Project Manager will support the Security & Compliance organization with implementing and securing cloud environments, overseeing security architecture, managing project plans and resources, and ensuring adherence to security standards and frameworks. This role will engage with cross-functional technical teams and stakeholders to drive initiatives focused on identity management, network security, and data protection.

Required Skills and Experience

5+ years of project management experience in the IT Security & Compliance field

5+ additional years of overall IT professional experience

Strong domain knowledge of cloud environments (e.g., Azure, AWS)

Solid understanding of cybersecurity concepts , including :

Network security

Encryption

Identity and Access Management (IAM)

Data protection

Cloud architecture

Risk management

Threat modeling

Defense-in-depth principles

Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) within cloud platforms

Knowledge of security risk frameworks and industry standards relevant to cloud computing

Ability to ensure that all security projects comply with policies, standards, and regulatory requirements

Preferred certifications : PMP, CISSP, CCSP, CCSK , or similar

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills