Cybersecurity Project Manager

Accountabilities:

• • Lead and manage cybersecurity programs and complex security initiatives from planning through successful delivery.
  • Oversee cross-functional teams delivering security initiatives aligned with enterprise objectives and recognized frameworks such as NIST and ISO 27001.
  • Manage multiple projects and change management requests simultaneously, balancing competing priorities within a critical business environment.
  • Establish and maintain effective project tracking, governance, status reporting, and progress-monitoring mechanisms using standardized templates and processes.
  • Drive value stream identification, mapping, and continuous improvement across cybersecurity initiatives to improve delivery efficiency and outcomes.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders, product owners, and technical leads to prioritize backlogs and ensure delivery decisions reflect security risks and business priorities.
  • Ensure cybersecurity initiatives comply with internal security policies and applicable regulatory requirements, including HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and SOX.
  • Monitor and communicate program status, KPIs, risks, dependencies, and overall security posture to executive leadership and steering committees.
  • Build trusted relationships with executive-level customers and stakeholders, communicating complex security topics clearly and effectively.
  • Manage vendor relationships and coordinate third-party risk management activities.
  • Develop and maintain a forward-looking information security roadmap aligned with business strategy and evolving cybersecurity priorities.
  • Identify delivery risks, resource constraints, dependencies, and potential obstacles, and coordinate appropriate mitigation and escalation actions.

  Requirements:

  • Minimum 7+ years of experience in project or program management, preferably within complex enterprise environments.
  • Minimum 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity program delivery.
  • Proven experience managing large-scale cybersecurity initiatives involving solutions or environments such as SailPoint, Delinea, Azure B2C, SiteMinder, and ITIL service management.
  • Experience working with Agile delivery methodologies, including Scrum, SAFe, and Kanban.
  • Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST CSF, CIS Controls, and ISO 27001.
  • Familiarity with security and regulatory requirements including HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and SOX.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, change requests, competing priorities, risks, and dependencies simultaneously.
  • Strong project governance, planning, tracking, reporting, and organizational skills.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage confidently with executive-level customers and senior stakeholders.
  • Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams toward shared outcomes.
  • Ability to translate cybersecurity risks and technical requirements into clear project priorities, roadmaps, and delivery plans.
  • Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and collaboration skills.
  • PMP certification required.

  Benefits:

  • CAD $80–$90 per hour target compensation range.
  • Fully remote work opportunity within Canada.
  • Compensation may vary based on work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications.
  • Opportunity to lead high-impact cybersecurity programs within a complex enterprise environment.
  • Exposure to executive stakeholders and cross-functional technical and business teams.
  • Opportunity to contribute to enterprise security strategy, risk management, compliance, and technology transformation.
  • Collaborative, inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking work environment.
  • Equal opportunity employment and consideration for qualified candidates regardless of protected characteristics.
  • Reasonable accommodations available for candidates who require assistance during the recruitment or application process.