Program Manager III

Genesis10 is seeking a Program Manager III for a 4-month contract position with a leading financial services client. This role is 100% remote.

Summary:
The Program Manager III will lead and coordinate merger and acquisition (M&A) activities from a Cyber Strategy and Governance perspective. This role will play a key part in assessing cybersecurity risks, refining playbooks, and supporting integration readiness. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience across cyber governance, M&A processes, and risk management, particularly within the banking or financial services sector.

Pay Rate: $68 - $78/hr.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate M&A activities from a Cyber Strategy and Governance standpoint.
• Develop and refine cybersecurity playbooks to support integration and risk mitigation.
• Support early-stage assessments by helping teams identify areas of risk and define required action items related to pending mergers.
• Evaluate potential acquisition targets, including:
• Reviewing history of security incidents or breaches.
• Identifying open regulatory findings or compliance gaps.
• Assessing firewall management practices and security controls.
• Reviewing vulnerability management and patching processes.
• Collaborate with high-level stakeholders to communicate findings, recommend actions, and align cyber initiatives with overall business strategy.
• Make informed recommendations on ideal-state security and governance models based on prior experience.

Qualifications:

• Strong background in Cyber Strategy and Governance.
• Understanding of how cybersecurity decisions impact risk posture and regulatory compliance.
• In-depth knowledge of the M&A process, preferably within Banking or Financial Services organizations.
• Familiarity with all M&A phases and how cybersecurity aligns with each stage.
• Broad understanding of key technical security domains, including SIEM, IAM, firewalls, and vulnerability management (no hands-on configuration required).
• Excellent communication, coordination, and critical thinking skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate with senior stakeholders and present complex information in a clear, business-relevant manner.
• Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position.
• Able to work as a W2 employee of Genesis10 (no corp to corp).

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today!

Genesis10
Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.

Benefits of Working with Genesis10:

• Access to hundreds of clients, many of whom have been working with Genesis10 for 5 20+ years.
• The opportunity to have a career-home with Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.
• Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (with more than 7 years of experience on average).
• Behavioral Health Platform
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• 401K
• Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
• Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF)
• Remote opportunities available

For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at ;br>
Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.