Project / Program Manager – Information Security

Akkodis is seeking a Project/ Program Manager – Information Security for a Contract role with one of our Industry Leading Client in Dearborn MI (Hybrid). The ideal candidate would be from the automotive industry with 3 years of proven experience as a Project Manager, preferably in the financial and information security sectors. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is required; CISSP or CSM is a plus.

Pay Range: $50.00 to $54.00/Hour. on W2 (The pay may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.)

Position Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Project Manager to join our Information Security team within our financial organization. This role is critical in supporting our Business Information Security Officer (BISO) and his team in delivering key security initiatives and projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management within the financial and information security domains, with a passion for driving strategic security objectives.

Skills Required:

• Lead and manage multiple security projects, ensuring alignment with the BISO's objectives and the organization's goals.
• Collaborate with several teams, including IT, security, the legal team, Internal Controls, Business Teams, and other stakeholders including external partners to define the projects scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation, with a focus on IT Policy and financial compliance and risk management.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to minimize project risks.
• Monitor and report on project progress, providing regular updates to senior management and stakeholders, ensuring transparency.
• Measure and report on project effectiveness using key performance indicators (KPIs), key risk indicators (KRIs), and other relevant metrics.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, implementing process enhancements to improve project efficiency and outcomes.
• Coach and reinforce agile behaviors in teams to build and retain agile mindsets.

Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information technology or related field experience.
• 3 years of proven experience as a Project Manager, preferably in the financial and information security sectors.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is required; CISSP or CSM is a plus.
• Knowledge of security frameworks and best practices, such as NIST, ISO 27001, and financial industry regulations is a plus.
• Proficiency in project management tools is required. JIRA experience is a plus.
• Excellent leadership, communication (both written and verbal), and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to navigate and work effectively across a complex, geographically dispersed organization. Willingness and ability to consult with many development teams on the options and opportunities.
• Ability to implement best practices and procedures for cross-functional alignment. • Excellent resource planning and task scheduling skills.
• A solid understanding of cloud computing principles and experience with Cloud projects. GCP experience is a plus.

Education Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information technology or related field experience.

Education Preferred:

• 3 years of proven experience as a Project Manager, preferably in the financial and information security sectors.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is required; CISSP or CSM is a plus.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled:

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

· The California Fair Chance Act

· Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

· Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

· San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Thanks & Regards

Aditya Agnihotri

Sr. Resource Development Manager

Email: aditya.agnihotri@akkodisgroup.com

Direct: 1(610)-472-0979

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aditya-agnihotri-7300722061/

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