Program manager with a Network Security background

Job Title: Program manager with a Network Security background

Location: NYC, NY (Hybrid) (3 Days Onsite)

Duration: Contract

Rate: $65/hr to $70/hr


Network Security Program Manager oversees complex, cross-functional cybersecurity initiatives, aligning technical network defenses with business goals and risk strategies.

Key Responsibilities

Program Delivery: Manage end-to-end execution of network security programs, including firewalls, secure remote access, segmentation, and hybrid cloud connectivity.

Risk & Dependency Management: Track technical dependencies across network engineering, security operations, and infrastructure teams.

Vendor & Budget Oversight: Coordinate with third-party vendors, manage statements of work (SOWs), track budgets, and ensure adherence to SLAs.

Governance & Metrics: Define key performance indicators (KPIs), maintain risk logs (RAID) & audit ready documentation, and report program health to senior leadership.

Core Requirements

Technical Fluency: A working understanding of network protocols, firewalls and security concepts to converse credibly with the team.

Experience: 8+ years in technical program or project management, with exposure to cybersecurity or IT infrastructure.

Certifications: Credentials like PMP, CISSP, CISM, or CRISC are commonly preferred to validate management and security governance skills.