Job Summary
We are looking for a highly experienced Cyber Security Project Manager to lead and deliver enterprise-scale cyber security programs within the Utilities/Water sector. The role involves managing complex, high-impact security initiatives while ensuring alignment with organizational cyber frameworks, regulatory standards, and business objectives.
Role Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end delivery of cyber security projects
- Manage project lifecycle including planning, execution, monitoring, and closure
- Define and maintain governance artifacts such as project plans, RAID logs, budgets, and status reports
- Drive cloud migration initiatives (e.g., Cisco ISE to Microsoft Entra ID/Azure)
- Ensure compliance with cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, NCSC CAF
- Manage risks, issues, and dependencies
- Coordinate with architecture, security operations, and assurance teams
- Lead stakeholder forums and steering committees
- Oversee vendor delivery and SLA adherence
- Support portfolio-level reporting and planning
Required Skills & Experience
- Experience managing enterprise-level cyber security projects
- Strong knowledge of network security (firewalls, segmentation, zero-trust)
- Experience in firewall optimization and IAM/NAC migrations
- Experience with log management / SIEM-related projects
- Proficiency in project management methodologies (PRINCE2, PMP, Agile)
- Strong governance and stakeholder management skills
- Familiarity with MS Project, Jira, Azure DevOps
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in utilities or critical infrastructure
- Knowledge of Microsoft security stack (Defender, Sentinel, Entra ID)
- Understanding of SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar)
- Awareness of regulatory frameworks (NIS, NCSC CAF)
- Exposure to IT/OT environments
Certifications
PRINCE2 Practitioner / PMP, Security+
Key Competencies
- Enterprise Cyber Project Delivery
- Stakeholder & Vendor Management
- Risk & Issue Management
- Governance & Financial Control
- Cyber Security Framework Awareness
- Cloud and Network Security Understanding
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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