Cyber Program Manager - CISO

Job Overview

The Cyber Program Manager is responsible for leading, coordinating, and optimizing the organization’s cybersecurity initiatives. The role focuses on implementing data‑driven metrics, program management methodologies, and executive communication to drive continuous improvement, manage risk, and deliver strategic insights to stakeholders.

• Cybersecurity Metrics and Continuous Improvement
  • Develop, implement, and maintain metrics covering incident response times, vulnerability remediation rates, compliance status, user awareness training completion, and risk exposure levels.
  • Link metrics to actionable decision‑making processes and prioritize resources and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Establish feedback mechanisms (e.g., metric reviews, stakeholder sessions, lessons learned workshops) to continually improve cybersecurity processes and controls.
• Program Management
  • Plan, execute, and deliver cybersecurity programs using Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies and tools such as Microsoft Azure Dev Ops (ADO) and Jira.
  • Oversee risk and issue tracking, ensuring timely identification, assessment, mitigation, and escalation.
  • Manage change control processes and document all program changes with impact evaluation.
  • Ensure on‑time delivery of program milestones and adjust plans proactively.
  • Conduct resource planning and allocation to optimize team performance and program outcomes.
• Executive Deliverables and Stakeholder Engagement
  • Develop and deliver executive summaries, dashboards, and recommendations for audiences such as the Board, CISO, CIO, and IT leaders.
  • Synthesize complex technical information into clear, actionable insights for non‑technical stakeholders.
  • Lead preparation and presentation of program status reports, risk assessments, and strategic recommendations for executive review.
  • Participate in executive review and approval processes to secure alignment and buy‑in for key initiatives.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field;
  Master’s degree preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in cybersecurity program management or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated expertise in developing and managing cybersecurity metrics and feedback mechanisms.
• Proven experience with program management methodologies and tools (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Microsoft ADO, Jira).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to engage and influence executive stakeholders.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, CISSP, CISM) are highly desirable.

• Strategic thinking and decision‑making
• Leadership and team management
• Effective communication and executive presence
• Risk management and problem‑solving
• Adaptability and continuous improvement mindset

• Competitive salary (US$ – $)
• Medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and partner programs

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