Project Manager - Information Security Analyst SME

DT Professional Services•Arlington, VA

10h

About The Position

Job Summary: DT Professionals is seeking a Project Manager - Information Security Analyst SME to join our team in Arlington, VA. The role will serve as Team Lead for security initiatives, manage cross-functional teams, and provide expert-level cybersecurity guidance. This role combines hands-on technical expertise with strategic project leadership to drive security programs, ensure compliance, and strengthen the organization’s security posture.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university.
5+ years of continuous years of Project Management experience in Security Operations or equivalent area.
At least one active certification from the following list: CASP GSEC GSLC CISSP CEH CISM CISA
Fluent knowledge of Agile development and management methodologies.
Demonstrated experience leading enterprise-level security initiatives and cross-functional teams.
Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and standards.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level reporting and presentations.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

Serve as technical SME for security architecture, risk management, incident response, vulnerability management, and compliance initiatives.
Act as Team Lead for the team, setting priorities, assigning tasks, mentoring staff, and ensuring accountability for deliverables, while assisting the Program Manager with planning, coordination, reporting, and overall program execution.
Develop, implement, and continuously improve security policies, standards, and procedures.
Conduct risk assessments, security gap analyses, and remediation planning across systems and business units.
Coordinate cross-functional teams including IT, engineering, compliance, and executive stakeholders to drive security initiatives.
Oversee security monitoring, incident management, and response activities, providing escalation support and root cause analysis.
Prepare executive-level reports and dashboards on security posture, risks, and project status.
Manage third-party/vendor security assessments, due diligence reviews, and ongoing risk monitoring.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI-DSS, HIPAA as applicable).
Lead security awareness initiatives and provide training to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Support audits (internal and external), including evidence collection, control validation, and remediation tracking.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance security maturity and operational efficiency.
Evaluate and recommend security technologies, tools, and automation strategies.
Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.