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Project Manager (Waterfall) - Cyber Security

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Job Description

NOTE: Unable to work with C2C/Corp to Corp or provide sponsorship for this position.

This position is remote, but the candidate must be local to Houston to attend monthly onsite meetings.

Roles and Responsibilities:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior IT Project Manager - Cybersecurity to navigate complex projects across multiple departments. The ideal candidate is an experienced IT professional who requires minimal guidance, can effectively align differing opinions, and is a proven hands-on leader with knowledge of cybersecurity processes and procedures.

Key Responsibilities and Required Skills:

  • Mobilize and organize large, complex projects with minimal direction.
  • Ensure project success using the Triple Constraint method to manage scope, cost, and time.
  • Evaluate project metrics leveraging PMI schedule and financial reporting methods.
  • Conduct impact analysis and manage change using standard techniques.
  • Develop communication plans and stakeholder analysis to manage expectations.
  • Develop and manage risk mitigation and contingency strategies.
  • Communicate complex project scenarios transparently to stakeholders and executives.
  • Plan and execute multiple large IT projects simultaneously, from planning to execution.
  • Manage shifting stakeholder expectations and coordinate with departments on cybersecurity.
  • Manage third-party vendors and multiple project aspects concurrently.
  • Create project schedules using critical path techniques aligned with PMI standards.
  • Develop and implement training, testing, go-live, and post-go-live strategies.
  • Ensure deliverables are met on time, within budget, and aligned with business goals.
  • Communicate technical ideas effectively to technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills & Experience:

  • Proven track record managing complex IT projects, including project health and financials.
  • Over 8 years of project and/or program management experience.
  • PMP certification is strongly preferred.
  • Ability to build high-performing, inclusive project teams across regions.
  • Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.
  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in an IT-related field.
  • Strong business acumen.
  • Experience with Waterfall or hybrid delivery frameworks (not solely Agile).
  • Hands-on experience with user adoption strategies and change management.
  • Proficiency with MS Project and other PM tools.
  • Previous IT Cybersecurity project experience, with strong technical knowledge of cybersecurity principles, threats, and solutions.
  • Experience developing cybersecurity project plans and strategies.
  • Ability to identify security risks and propose mitigation strategies.
  • Experience collaborating with security monitoring teams and evaluating security measures.

*Note: Sponsorship and C2C arrangements are not available for this position.

*This position is remote; candidates must be local to Houston for onsite meetings.

Company Description

NDX Human Capital Solutions is a Veteran-owned Contract Engineering company based in Rochester Hills, MI. We partner with OEMs, automotive suppliers, and the Department of Defense, providing professional technical staffing solutions.

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