Release Manager

Fortress Information Security•Orlando, FL

14h•$110,228 - $170,241•Hybrid

About The Position

The Release Manager will design, plan, and manage software releases and integration projects across multiple Fortress applications, serving all customers within the Technology division. Working in close coordination with software architects, project leaders, engineering and DevOps teams, and external customers, this role is central to delivering reliable, high-quality information security solutions at scale. As Fortress expands to support five separate Pods on the Fortress Platform, the Release Manager will establish and own a consistent release process that spans the full lifecycle from planning through deployment. This is a compelling opportunity for a self-directed technical program leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants direct exposure to senior management and client stakeholders.

Requirements

3+ years in release management or technical program management coordinating software deployments
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interface with both internal and external clients
Good understanding of common web application architectures and modern deployment practices (e.g., CI/CD pipelines)
Proven ability to manage competing priorities across multiple concurrent projects
Self-directed problem solver who can drive decisions across teams without direct authority
Intermediate proficiency using AI tools (e.g., Claude or similar platforms) to accelerate project planning, generate documentation, analyze release risks, and improve team productivity while applying appropriate judgment and validation.
Demonstrated ability to cultivate sponsors and advocates across organizational levels, building the cross-functional support needed to drive release decisions and gain buy-in without direct authority

Nice To Haves

Project management certification (e.g., PMP) and/or Certified Scrum Master
Knowledge of SOC, NERC CIP, or other compliance standards
Previous experience as a software developer
Eligibility to obtain a U.S. security clearance

Responsibilities

Manage cross-functional release projects with oversight through the entire lifecycle, from planning through deployment
Coordinate with product, engineering, QA, and DevOps teams to schedule and deploy new releases
Establish and maintain a consistent release process across multiple applications, including release calendars and readiness criteria
Conduct Go/No-Go meetings, ensuring alignment between dependent teams and business lines before each release
Identify and manage cross-team dependencies and risks that could affect release timelines
Set, manage, and communicate release expectations and status to team members, stakeholders, and customers
Lead post-release reviews and retrospectives to drive continuous improvement of the release process
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Remote and Hybrid working environment
Competitive pay structure
Medical, dental, vision plans with employees covered up to 90% with highly progressive options for dependents and families
Company paid life, short- and long-term disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) match
Flexible Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
professional growth opportunities through succession planning, up-skilling, and certifications
Tuition and certification reimbursement
Employee Referral Programs
Company Sponsored Events