Cybersecurity Project Manager

Job Title: Cybersecurity Project Manager
Location: OFFSITE

Type: Contract
Compensation: $45/HR
Contractor Work Model: 100% Remote

ALTA IT is seeking a skilled Cybersecurity Project Manager to lead and coordinate IT and cyber-related activities in support of Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) initiatives. This role will focus on pre- and post-acquisition planning, due diligence, audit coordination, and risk assessments to ensure a seamless integration process. The successful candidate will serve as the primary liaison between corporate development, IT, and cybersecurity teams, managing communication, tracking deliverables, and ensuring timely, accurate responses to M&A-related requests.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all IT and cybersecurity workstreams for M&A projects, from initial due diligence through integration or divestiture.
• Serve as the IT point of contact for M&A activities, ensuring alignment with corporate development and business units.
• Collect, review, and respond to M&A questionnaires and requests in an efficient, expedited manner.
• Coordinate audit and compliance activities, including documentation gathering, evidence submission, and follow-up actions.
• Conduct and track risk assessments related to M&A activities, identifying potential gaps and mitigation strategies.
• Maintain accurate project plans, status reports, and meeting documentation.
• Lead regular project meetings, set agendas, track action items, and follow through to ensure completion.
• Develop a repeatable knowledge base and best practices to support future M&A due diligence efforts.
• Facilitate cross-functional communication between IT, security, legal, compliance, and business stakeholders.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, information technology, cybersecurity, or related field
  • OR 4 additional years of equivalent experience in lieu of degree.
• Minimum 2+ years of project management experience, including planning, execution, milestone tracking, and deliverable management.
• Experience in M&A or divestiture environments, preferably within IT or cybersecurity.
• Experience with audit coordination and compliance-related activities.
• Strong ability to manage multiple workstreams, follow up on tasks, and ensure accountability.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and a focus on accuracy.
• Proven ability to work under tight deadlines in fast-paced environments.
• Strong technical acumen, with the ability to understand and translate cybersecurity and IT requirements to varied audiences.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presentation preparation for executive stakeholders.
• Proficiency in project management tools and familiarity with Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP, CAPM, or other project management certification.
• Cybersecurity certification (e.g., CISSP, CISM, Security+).
• Prior experience in the health insurance or healthcare industry

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joul, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joul, ALTA IT Services, TeamPeople, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.