Project Manager – PCI DSS compliance program

STAND 8 provides end to end IT solutions to enterprise partners across the United States and with offices in Los Angeles, New York, New Jersey, Atlanta, and more including internationally in Mexico and India. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and coordinate the implementation of a comprehensive Payment Card Industry (PCI) Compliance Program. This initiative includes approximately 59 interrelated projects spanning multiple bureaus, divisions, and departments that handle credit card transactions.

The Project Manager will ensure all projects align with PCI standards and organizational objectives, drive progress across diverse teams, and maintain compliance with industry regulations and security best practices. This role requires a strong background in project management, risk mitigation, and cross-functional coordination within technology or compliance environments.

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of PCI-related projects across multiple bureaus, divisions, and departments.
• Coordinate efforts to ensure compliance objectives are met, managing dependencies and mitigating risks.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, dashboards, and reporting metrics for leadership and compliance teams.
• Facilitate effective communication between technical and business stakeholders.
• Ensure all projects adhere to PCI DSS standards and organizational security policies.
• Support audits, assessments, and documentation activities related to PCI compliance.
• Oversee project areas such as secure baseline configurations, POS device auditing, data security controls, encryption methods, and remediation from PCI assessments.

• Proven experience managing complex, multi-departmental compliance or technology programs.
• Strong understanding of PCI DSS standards and related security frameworks.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with risk management, governance, and audit procedures.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid).
• Preferred: PMP, CISM, CISSP, or equivalent certification.
• Preferred background in IT security, compliance, or financial systems.
• Experience managing projects involving data protection, infrastructure, or payment processing environments.

• Medical coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) through Anthem
• Dental/Vision/Various Ancillary coverages through Unum
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Paid-time-off options
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discount programs through ADP Workforce Now

The base range for this contract position is $81 – $91 / per hour, depending on experience. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hires of this position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered.

STAND 8 provides end-to-end IT solutions to enterprise partners across the United States and globally with offices in Los Angeles, Atlanta, New York, Mexico, Japan, India, and more. STAND 8 focuses on the “bleeding edge” of technology and leverages automation, process, marketing, and over fifteen years of success and growth to provide a world-class experience for our customers, partners, and employees.

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