Job#: 3030705 Job Description: Apex Systems, a World-Class Technology Solutions Provider, is seeking applicants for the below position on behalf of our client. Please apply if interested and qualified. Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Job Title: Program Manager- Cybersecurity, IT Security, Risk and Governance
Location: Tampa, FL- onsiteDuration: 6-12 month Contract to hire
Rate: $65-75/hr
Job Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled Program Manager with a strong background in Cybersecurity, IT Security, or Enterprise Risk to lead complex, high-visibility initiatives in a highly regulated environment. This role requires a well-rounded technology foundation, the ability to bridge communication between business and technical stakeholders, and a decisive, solution-oriented mindset.
The ideal candidate brings prior consulting experience, operates with a PMBOK-based discipline, and is fully fluent in risk, issue, dependency, and milestone management as standard operating practice.
Key Responsibilities- Lead end-to-end program management for large, complex initiatives within Cybersecurity, IT Security, Risk, or related domains
- Serve as the primary translator between technical teams and business stakeholders, ensuring clarity, alignment, and actionable outcomes
- Manage programs using PMBOK-based methodologies, including scope, schedule, cost, dependency, and milestone tracking
- Own risk and issue management, with a clear distinction between the two:
- Identify, assess, and document risks with defined owners and mitigation plans
- Escalate issues appropriately and drive resolution
- Define and manage program health indicators, including clear criteria for Green / Amber / Red status
- Demonstrate sound judgment on when an initiative should move to "Amber" based on risk exposure, timelines, or delivery impacts
- Prepare and deliver real-time executive-level PowerPoint materials, including:
- Program status updates
- Risk and issue summaries
- Remediation and mitigation plans
- Operate comfortably within a policy-driven, governance-heavy, highly regulated environment
- Drive solutions and make timely decisions - not just surface problems
- Hold teams accountable for deliverables, ownership, and execution
Required Qualifications- Proven experience as a Program Manager within Cybersecurity, IT Security, Technology Risk, or related technology domains
- Strong foundational IT knowledge across systems, infrastructure, applications, and security (depth not required; breadth is critical)
- Prior consulting experience (any firm; industry-agnostic)
- Demonstrated success managing initiatives in highly regulated environments (e.g., finance, healthcare, government, utilities, or similar)
- Expert-level experience in:
- Risk vs. issue identification and management
- Dependency and milestone tracking
- Governance and documentation standards
- Advanced PowerPoint skills, with ability to build and update materials live in real time
- Clear, confident communicator who can influence both technical and non-technical audiences
- Decisive, solution-oriented approach to problem solving
Preferred Qualifications- PMP or formal PMBOK-aligned program management training
- Experience supporting enterprise-scale transformation or remediation initiatives
- Exposure to cybersecurity frameworks, compliance, or risk governance models
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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