RQ00417 - Project Manager/Leader - Senior

Experience required:

• 10+ years in project management roles focused on IT Delivery, IAM, Security, Compliance, and Information Management.
  
• Strong understanding of security and compliance frameworks, including NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, and Ontario's public sector policies.
  
• Proven track record managing IAM solutions (e.g., Entra ID), enterprise security operations tools, and data classification technologies.
  
• Experience leading the rollout of enterprise-level Information Management solutions, including data governance, retention policies, and secure access protocols.
  
• Hands-on experience with security project delivery involving technical rollouts, vulnerability management, threat mitigation, and security operations.
  
• Expertise in compliance assessments, internal audits, and enterprise governance models.
  
• Familiarity with technical rollout methodologies, including phased deployment, stakeholder onboarding, and post-deployment support.
  
• Experience managing projects involving sensitive data, public sector systems, and multi-agency collaboration.
  
• Skilled in change management, communications, and training delivery for technical and security implementations.
  
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to work effectively across diverse technical and non-technical teams.
  

The Senior Project Manager is expected to play a pivotal role in the successful execution of technical projects. Their responsibilities and expectations encompass the following:

• Lead the planning and implementation of technical and security solutions, including IAM systems, information governance tools, and compliance-related security projects.
  
• Manage full project delivery life cycles, encompassing requirements gathering, vendor coordination, technical and security testing, rollout planning, and post-implementation support.
  
• Oversee access control policies, privileged access workflows, identity lifecycle management, and security controls to protect sensitive resources.
  
• Coordinate the rollout of enterprise-wide Information Management and security solutions, aligning data handling, classification, and retention practices with regulatory requirements and internal business needs.
  
• Support the development and execution of information governance and security frameworks, ensuring proper data classification, retention policies, secure handling, and risk mitigation.
  
• Collaborate closely with internal security, IT, and vendor teams to deliver compliant, secure technology solutions aligned with enterprise architecture and security best practices.
  
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation including project charters, risk and security assessments, stakeholder analyses, training materials, and compliance audit records.
  
• Conduct gap assessments and remediation planning against security and compliance standards such as NIST 800-53, ISO/IEC 27001, CIS Controls, and other relevant frameworks.
  
• Lead user adoption and change management efforts to ensure the successful rollout, acceptance, and sustained operation of IAM, data governance, and security solutions.
  
• Prepare and facilitate executive briefings and steering committee meetings to report on project progress, security posture, risk issues, and strategic alignment.
  
• Develop detailed project plans, risk mitigation strategies, and stakeholder engagement plans to support seamless delivery.
  
• Manage compliance and risk assessment reporting and remediation activities.
  
• Lead executive steering committee presentations focused on technical delivery, security outcomes, and compliance status.
  
• Support thorough testing, training, and transition documentation to enable smooth handoff and operational readiness.
  
• Manage post-implementation reviews and develop continuous improvement roadmaps focused on strengthening security and governance controls.
  

Desirable Qualifications:

• Educational Background: A bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related disciplines.
  
• Relevant professional certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional), PRINCE2 (PRojects IN Controlled Environments), or CAPM (Certified Associate in Project Management).
  

Must Haves: 

• 10+ years' experience in technical project management delivery 
  
• 10+ years' experience facilitating stakeholder relations 
  
• 10+ years' in a project management leadership role 
  
• Strong communication skills a MUST 
  
• Seeking candidates that can display strong PM rigour, clear/concise communication, and own initiatives to drive forward.