Project Manager, Cyber Security

Project Manager, Cyber Security (2234) Requisition ID 2234-Posted 09/25/2026
- Sir George Williams (Downtown)
- HR POLICIES
- Full-Time Union/Association/HR Policy: HR POLICIES Be part of a community that addresses society’s big challenges, supports your personal and professional growth, and makes a real impact in building a more sustainable world. As a member of our community, you will have access to comprehensive benefits, a defined pension plan and numerous on site well-being facilities such as a state of the art gym and health clinic as well as a variety of educational and cultural opportunities. NOTE: This posting represents a temporary contract for the duration of 24 months. Reporting to the Director, Project Portfolio Management on administrative responsibilities, and to the Project Steering Committees (PSC) and project sponsors on project scope, budget and schedule performance and responsibilities, the incumbent manages medium to large teams of more than ten as well as multiple sponsors and stakeholders, manages projects that typically span over twelve months, and exercises considerable judgment in leading, developing, managing and delivering projects. The manager must consolidate various codes, standards and objectives to ensure quality, durability, and cost effectiveness for each project. Manage operational projects of a value of more than $1M from the pre-implementation, implementation and post-implementation phases while respecting timelines and budgets. Ensure project deliverables are complete, accurate and distributed to all relevant stakeholders. Lead and coordinate work of implementation and core teams to ensure the successful completion of the project. Organize meetings with implementation and core teams and track issues list and action items and conduct quality assurance on completed tasks. Chart progress and prepare status reports of projects. Manage project budget. Deliver reports on project performance to the PSC and manage project risks and inform proactively the PSC of any risks. Evaluate the effectiveness of professionals in implementation and core teams. Contribute to the development of formal programs that improve project management procedures, best practices and skills (partnership programs, improved PM procedures, data and cost benches, quality programs, etc). Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or in a field related to the primary responsibilities and more than seven years experience with managing large-scale IT projects, with three years of experience in delivering cybersecurity projects. Certification from the Project Management Institute (PMP) an asset. Good knowledge (Level 4) of spoken and written English and French. Knowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects of project management. Knowledge of project management techniques and tools. Proven experience in people management, strategic planning, risk management, conflict management and change management. Proficient in project management software. Highly adept at planning (short and long terms) and organizing. Concordia University is an English-language institution of higher learning at which the primary language of instruction and research is English. Since this position supports academic and administrative functions of the university, proficiency in English and French, as indicated, is required. The language and computer skills of short-listed candidates will be tested. Concordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The Kanien’kehá:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather today. Today, it is home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community. Employment Equity Concordia University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, members of sexual minorities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversification; As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a diversity survey. Results will be aggregated and used to help Concordia achieve its goal to see all members of our community not only reflected, but welcomed, included and supported in their efforts to contribute to all areas of university life. Concordia desires to increase diversity among its community members and we strive to make our recruitment processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants. Immigration Status however, Canadian and Permanent Residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about a