Cyber Security Program Manager

2 days ago

Halifax, Canada Compunnel, Inc. Full time

We are seeking an experienced Cyber Security Program Manager to lead strategic initiatives that protect enterprise assets and align with organizational goals.

This role requires deep cybersecurity domain expertise, Agile program management skills, and hands-on experience with tools such as Jira, Jira Align, and value stream management.

The ideal candidate will drive cybersecurity programs across multiple teams, ensuring alignment with business objectives, risk frameworks, and compliance mandates.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and manage cybersecurity programs using Agile methodologies.
- Oversee cross-functional delivery teams, aligning security initiatives with enterprise goals and cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
- Utilize Jira and Jira Align to plan, track, and report progress across teams and agile release trains.
- Facilitate value stream identification, mapping, and continuous improvement across cybersecurity efforts.
- Collaborate with stakeholders, product owners, and technical leads to prioritize program backlogs and manage risk-based outcomes.
- Ensure compliance with internal security policies and regulatory requirements (e.g., HIPAA, PCI-DSS, SOX).
- Report program status, risk posture, and key performance indicators to executive leadership and steering committees.
- Drive continuous improvement through Agile best practices and Lean Portfolio Management (LPM) principles.
- Manage vendor relationships and coordinate third-party risk management activities.
- Maintain a forward-looking information security strategy and roadmap aligned with customer needs and service portfolios.

Required Qualifications

- 7+ years of experience in program or project management, including 3+ years in cybersecurity.
- Proven track record managing large-scale cybersecurity initiatives (e.g., IAM, Zero Trust, SOC modernization, Cloud Security).
- Strong experience with Agile frameworks (Scrum, SAFe, Kanban) and tools such as Jira and Jira Align.
- Deep understanding of value stream management and delivering secure outcomes at scale.
- Working knowledge of cybersecurity principles, risk management, and control frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, CIS Controls).
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

- Familiarity with DevSecOps practices, secure SDLC, and continuous security compliance in Agile environments.
- Experience in customer-facing roles within the security or consulting industry.
- Knowledge of information security technologies across multiple platforms.
- Experience applying globally accepted security standards.
- Strong understanding of networking technologies and advanced network security concepts.

Certifications

- PMP (Project Management Professional)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

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