Program Manager

Job Details:

Job Title: Project / Program Manager (IAM & Cybersecurity)

Duration: Long-Term Contract

Location: Atlanta, GA 30339 || Onsite

Certifications: PMP, CSM, or relevant cybersecurity/technical certifications.

Job Description:

• Our client is seeking an experienced Program Manager – IAM & Cybersecurity to lead the delivery of complex security and IAM initiatives across the organization.
• This role is responsible for driving program governance, cross‐functional coordination, and delivery excellence while translating technical concepts into clear business outcomes.
• Strong IAM domain knowledge is essential, along with experience operating within a PMO framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide program management and governance for Cyber and IAM program delivery teams.
• Lead program reporting, communications, and executive updates.
• Translate cybersecurity and IAM technical concepts into business language for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with technical and business partners to align program goals and deliverables.
• Oversee risk, issue, and dependency tracking across all assigned programs.
• Drive proactive mitigation, escalation handling, and cross-functional coordination.
• Manage and lead Cyber/IAM programs and projects across multiple business units.

Required Experience & Skills

• IAM Domain Knowledge (most important): Strong understanding of Identity & Access Management principles, models, and security concepts.
• 7+ years of experience in IT or cybersecurity.
• 5+ years of program/project management or program delivery experience.
• Strong familiarity with cybersecurity concepts and frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, MITRE Telecommunication&CK.
• Experience working within or alongside a PMO, with a solid understanding of delivery methodologies.
• Proven track record delivering enterprise-scale cybersecurity programs in hybrid environments.
• Excellent leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and problem‐solving skills.
• Experience with JIRA and Microsoft 365 tools.