Information Security Project Manager - Temporary

Achieve • Tempe, AZ

10h

About The Position

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Information Security Project Manager - Temporary to lead and manage complex security projects. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully delivering security projects on time and within budget, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements. This role requires a deep understanding of information security principles and project management methodologies. This is a temporary role that we expect will last approximately 12 months.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7+ years of experience in IT project management, with at least 5 years specifically focused on information security projects.

Responsibilities

• Project Leadership & Management: Lead, plan, execute, monitor, control, and close information security projects, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and budget.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including WBS, timelines, resource allocation, risk assessment, and communication plans.
• Manage project resources, including internal teams and third-party vendors, to ensure effective collaboration and delivery.
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues, developing contingency plans as needed.
• Track project performance using appropriate tools and techniques, and report progress to stakeholders regularly.
• Compliance Related Projects & Best Practices: Manage and coordinate all aspects of security compliance (PCI, SOC1, SOC2, NIST) projects, including gap assessments, remediation planning and execution, and audit support.
• Collaborate with internal teams (IT, Security, Legal, Finance, etc.) and external assessors to ensure successful assessments and attestations.
• Develop and maintain documentation related to security controls, policies, and procedures.
• Stay current with changes in security requirements and advise the organization on necessary adjustments.
• Experience leading and managing projects related to Identity and Access Management (IAM): Implementation or upgrade of IAM solutions (e.g., identity governance, access management, privileged access management).
• Integration of IAM systems with enterprise applications and infrastructure.
• Development and implementation of identity lifecycle management processes (provisioning, deprovisioning, access reviews).
• Understanding of IAM best practices, standards, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Stakeholder Management & Communication: Effectively communicate project expectations, progress, risks, and issues to team members and stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Facilitate project meetings, including steering committee meetings, project team meetings, and stakeholder updates.
• Security Best Practices: Ensure projects align with overall information security strategy, policies, and standards.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of information security processes and project management methodologies.
• Promote security awareness and best practices throughout the organization.

Benefits

• 401 (k) with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision with HSA and FSA options
• Competitive vacation and sick time off, as well as dedicated volunteer days
• Access to wellness support through Employee Assistance Program, physical and mental health wellness programs
• Pet care discounts for your furry family members
• Financial support in times of hardship with our Achieve Care Fund
• A safe place to connect and a commitment to diversity and inclusion through our six employee resource groups

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level