Security Program Lead | Remote, USA - Optiv Kansas City, MO Bookmark Share Print 157 0 1

Listing Description

Who are we looking for:

The Security Program Lead engagements from inception to completion, identifying and documenting requirements, supporting clients on various information security initiatives, keeping all stakeholders apprised of project and budget status, and managing issues to resolution. Security Program Lead are responsible for the project over the entire project life-cycle (initiation, planning, execution, control, project closeout). They are also responsible for assembling the project team, assigning individual responsibilities, identifying appropriate resources needed, and developing the schedule to ensure timely completion of project. Security Program Lead are expected to build trust and relationships with customers through the delivery of successful outcomes in alignment with Optiv’s commercial commitments.

The Security Program Lead often leads project managers in cross-practice and complex engagements and are integral in building relationships with their client counterparts or key points of contact. They also contribute to business development by identifying new opportunities and sharing this information with account leadership

How you will make an impact:
  • Manage assigned projects with a dear understanding of business and IT context
  • Drive cross-functional enterprise projects by leading high performing, often globally distributed teams
  • Work with regular guidance from senior program management leadership, scrum master, product and system owners
  • Perform core project management duties, including:
  • Guide the project through formal approval and funding gates and risk reporting
  • Assist with developing a detailed project plan that includes a detailed budget, project timeline, detailed task-driven schedule, project RACI and resource plan, and communication plan
  • Maintain log of tasks. issues. And risks for the project including key dependencies, ownership, and due dates
  • Managing project execution from analysis/design through build. test. and deployment
  • Develop and provide reports for client teams on periodic basis to report on the overall status of the agreed services
  • Report/escalate issues that may impact schedule and/or budget
  • Confirm Project Status reporting is relevant, transparent, and adds value
  • Partner with relevant IT and business managers to verify that the project has the skillsets and resources required for delivery
  • Work on already approved project plan and help execute plan

  • Qualifications for Success:
  • BA or BS in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or related field. Advanced degree is preferred.
  • 2 years of experience in a customer facing project/program delivery leadership role within a professional services organization, with emphasis on information security projects and programs.
  • Program Management expertise, specifically demonstrated success managing cross-capability engagements across multiple clients and disparate initiatives on a long term-basis. 
  • Superior analytical and problem-solving skills required.
  • Strong, project team and customer-focused project leadership capabilities.
  • Management of information security projects required
  • Expert level experience with Project Management methodologies, best practices, and toolsets required.
  • Experience interfacing with both clients and partners required.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
  • Outstanding time management and organizational skills required.
  • Ability to work independently with limited supervision required.
  • Significant experience as a Consultant providing security expertise to clients preferred.
  • Current knowledge of security threats, solutions, security tools and network technologies strongly desired
  • #LI-NA1
  • If you are seeking a culture that supports growth, fosters success, and moves the industry forward, find your place at Optiv! As a market-leading provider of cyber security solutions, Optiv has the most comprehensive ecosystem of security products and partners to deliver unparalleled services. Our rich and successful history with our clients is based on trust, serving more than 12,000 clients of varying sizes and industries, including commercial, government, and education. We have the proven expertise to plan, build, and run successful security programs across Risk Management, Cyber Digital Transformation, Threat Management, Security Operations - Managed Services, and Identity and Data Management.

    What you can expect from Optiv
    • A company committed to championing Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion through our Affinity groups including, Black Employee Network, Disabled Employee Network, Latino Employee Network, Optiv Pride (LGBTQIA+), Veterans Support Network, and Women's Network.
    • Work/life balance.
    • Professional training resources
    • Creative problem-solving and the ability to tackle unique, complex projects
    • Volunteer Opportunities. “Optiv Chips In” encourages employees to volunteer and engage with their teams and communities.
    • The ability and technology necessary to productively work remotely/from home (where applicable)


    Optiv is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, status as an individual with a disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. Optiv respects your privacy.  By providing your information through this page or applying for a job at Optiv, you acknowledge that Optiv will collect, use, and process your information, which may include personal information and sensitive personal information, in connection with Optiv’s selection and recruitment activities.  For additional details on how Optiv uses and protects your personal information in the application process, click here to view our Applicant Privacy Notice. If you sign up to receive notifications of job postings, you may unsubscribe at any time.


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