Project Manager Information Security

Dechen Consulting Group (DCG) is a rapidly expanding, innovative IT Professional Services and Management Consulting company with a track record of more than twenty-five years in delivering skilled professionals to our clients across diverse sectors.

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual for a W2 contract opportunity in Dearborn, MI. This role has the potential to extend over multiple years, with the chance to transition to a direct hire position with our client. We provide healthcare, vacation, relocation assistance, and visa sponsorship/transfer. This is a W2 position, not C2C. THIRD PARTIES NEED NOT APPLY. This role offers excellent prospects for career progression!

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.

• 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 project's 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.

• 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.

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

Original Duration: 12 Months

***POSITION IS HYBRID AT FAIRLANE NORTH 1 (FN1)***

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