Job Specifications
We have been retained by our client with teams working onsite, in Northwest Houston, to deliver a senior-level Project Manager with cybersecurity, infrastructure, cloud (Azure, AWS), SDLC, big data and project management skills, on a contract basis.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Must Have
Adherence to security policies, industry standards, and applicable regulations
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Implementing and securing cloud environments
Overseeing security architecture
Project Management
Resource Management
Security standard and framework compliance
Strong cloud domain knowledge i.e., Azure, AWS)
Strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts, including network security, encryption, identity and access management (IAM), data protection, cloud architecture, risk management, threat modeling, and defense-in-depth.
Nice To Have
Monday.com, PMI PMP, Project Management Professional (PMP), Security Certifications (CISSP, CCSP, CCSK, etc.)
Our client in northwest Houston, with teams working onsite, M-F, is launching a cloud transformation initiative focused on delivering quick wins and foundational capabilities. Early efforts target data and analytics, productivity tools, and security governance, with cross-functional coordination across Big Data, Infrastructure & Operations, Security & Compliance, Applications, Client Services, and Business Solutions.
The Project Manager will support the Security & Compliance department with implementing and securing cloud environments, overseeing security architecture, managing project plans and resources, and ensuring compliance with security standards and frameworks. This position will work with technical teams and stakeholders focusing on areas such as identity management, network security, and data protection.
Required Skills and Experience:
- 5+ years of project management experience in the IT security & compliance field
- 5+ additional years of IT professional experience
- Strong domain knowledge of cloud environments (e.g., Azure, AWS)
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts, including network security, encryption, identity and access management (IAM), data protection, cloud architecture, risk management, threat modeling, and defense-in-depth.
- Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) within cloud platforms
- Strong understanding of security risk frameworks and industry security standards relevant to cloud computing
- Ability to ensure security projects adhere to security policies, industry standards, and applicable regulations
- Project management and information security certifications (PMI PMP, CISSP, CCSP, CCSK, etc.) are preferred
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Job Description:
The Project Manager will be responsible for planning, executing, reporting, and overseeing the delivery of software and technology projects while following the established IT project management methodology. The Project Manager will support these job functions:
Project Planning & Execution
Lead technical projects from initiation through implementation, including RFP development, vendor selection, proof of concept, requirements gathering, design, development/configuration, testing, integration, data conversion, user acceptance, go-live, and project close.
Manage projects across diverse technology domains such as enterprise applications, infrastructure upgrades, data platforms, digital transformation initiatives, and IT support operations.
Coordinate and oversee the utilization of shared resources across multiple projects, ensuring effective allocation and prioritization requirements are met
Develop and maintain detailed project plans, secure and organize resources, coordinate project activities, monitor budgets, assess dependencies, and manage project issues.
Monitor project progress and adjust resources and priorities accordingly.
Assess project dependencies, risks, budget constraints, and resource conflicts to ensure successful implementation, including contingency planning.
Support continuous improvement of project management methodologies and tools.
IT Leadership & Technical Alignment with the Business
Ensure all team members are aligned on the business requirements, design documents, and any other technical requirements. This can include current and future process documentation.
Maintain a strong understanding of both business and technical issues to manage resources and deliverables effectively.
Serve as a liaison between business stakeholders and IT teams to ensure solutions meet operational and strategic needs.
Team Leadership & Collaboration
Build and lead high-performing teams by leveraging individual strengths, technology, and organizational processes.
Coordinate with stakeholders across IT, operations, vendors, and compliance to ensure seamless execution.
Foster strong working relationships across all levels of the organization, exercising flexibility, professionalism
About the Company
Computer Staff, Inc. is a specialized information technology recruiting services consultancy providing technical contract consulting, contract-to-hire and contingency search placement focused upon the client/server arena, systems integration, networking, software, web, mobile, database development, infrastructure. Any position related to the SDLC inside a Microsoft shop implementing C#, Python, Javascript, PHP, Java, ASP.NET Core, SQL Server, Entity Framework, EF Core, and infrastructure-as-code. Our focus is on object orien...
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