Security Programme Manager

We are looking for a strategic Security Programme Manager to join the Global Technology (GTech) Program Management Office on a 6/12 month Fixed Term Contract (FTC).  In this critical role, you will work directly with the Leadership Team to deliver high impact programs that align to the GTech Strategy.

The Program Manager will follow the Agile SAFE methodology and understand the software development lifecycle, along with deep knowledge in cross-functional/cross-work stream dependencies, risk management, integrated project plan management, mid-level planning, roadmaps and critical path execution. 

Program Mangers will collaborate with all levels of the organisation and work directly with, and provide oversight of, third-party implementation partners and providers from within the Firm’s partner ecosystem. They will partner with business resources and/or client (acquisition) teams to identify cross-functional dependencies. 

They must be able to effectively work in a dynamic and changing environment, adjusting delivery plans as required. They will maintain a good working relationship with teammates, clients and work effectively with client management and staff at all levels to gather information and execute programs.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Own end-to-end programme management for information security and cyber security initiatives
• Lead delivery of security programmes including cloud security, network security, identity and access management, data protection, endpoint security, and security operations
• Coordinate internal, external, client or third-party resources to achieve expected outcomes.
• Establish, track, and report on project budget, project spend, resource allocations, and reserves; and report project delivery actual vs plan variances.
• Monitor progress, analyse project data and reports project status and disposition to mangers and stakeholders on regular and timely basis.
• Effectively challenge, negotiate, and influence colleagues to produce value-add solutions that drive progress, and support the Firm’s culture and strategies
• Ensure security initiatives meet regulatory, legal, and industry standards
• Drive continuous improvement, lessons learned, and adoption of security best practices

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent years of relevant professional experience
• 7-10 years of successful Agile project/program management experience (or program management of merger and acquisitions) with an emphasis on technology initiatives and experience in a professional services firm.
• Proven ability to deliver across geographically distributed teams of business and technology professionals and a proven history of on-time delivery.
• Strong understanding of cyber security domains and security programme delivery
• Strong and demonstrated skills in conflict resolution, collaboration, negotiation, influencing, and leadership
• Excellent oral and written communication skills - Ability to communicate difficult subject matter in a clear and concise fashion and enable successful delivery of innovation.
• An engaging and approachable personality and a significant history of working successfully with all levels of staff, from front-line through senior executive.
• Project Management Professional (PMP), Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), ScrumMaster (CSM), or similar project management certification.

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