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Position Title: Information Security Project Manager (Contractor)
Location: Remote PST HOURS (Preference for West/Central U.S.; San Francisco a plus)
Duration: 6 12 month Contract (extensions common)
Reports To: Director of Information Security
Role Summary
The Information Security Project Manager will drive execution and delivery across the firm s expanding portfolio of cybersecurity and IT initiatives. Acting as both coordinator and catalyst, this role ensures the InfoSec and IT teams stay organized, accountable, and moving forward without disrupting team dynamics. Projects include data center migrations to Azure, ISO 900X readiness, MXDR modernization, and multiple ongoing security deployments. The ideal candidate blends IT/InfoSec fluency with disciplined project management and strong communication skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Implementation: Plan, schedule, and manage multiple security initiatives; maintain scope, timelines, and deliverables.
- Process & Documentation: Develop clear process flows, documentation, and progress dashboards to maintain visibility across leadership.
- Execution Oversight: Track milestones, risks, and dependencies using ServiceNow, Planner, or Smartsheet; manage RAID logs and action items.
- Team Enablement: Keep technical teams focused and on schedule support progress without micromanaging or creating friction.
- Vendor Coordination: Oversee external partners for MXDR, DLP, audit, and compliance services; manage deliverables and communication.
- Reporting: Provide concise updates and executive summaries for the Director of InfoSec, CIO, and leadership committees.
- Audit & Compliance: Support ISO and client audit readiness through evidence collection, tracking, and coordination with internal stakeholders.
- Cross-Team Alignment: Collaborate with IT, Legal, and Operations to ensure alignment across technology, compliance, and governance efforts.
Qualifications
Required:
- 5+ years of experience managing IT or InfoSec projects in complex or regulated environments
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts, IT infrastructure, and cloud environments (especially Azure)
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional technical teams and deliver results with limited oversight
- Excellent communication and documentation skills; able to present clearly to both engineers and executives
Preferred:
- Experience in professional services or law firm environments
- Familiarity with audit frameworks, vendor risk management, and client audit programs
- Certifications such as PMP, CISSP, or CISM
- Proficiency in ServiceNow, Smartsheet, or MS Project
This role offers the opportunity to bring structure, clarity, and momentum to a fast-moving InfoSec team tackling a broad slate of security modernization projects.
CIMA Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer