Cybersecurity Project Manager

Arηs Group, Part of Accenture, specializes in the management of complex public sector IT projects, including systems integration, informatics and analytics, solution implementation and program management. Our team helps lead clients through digital and information systems design, bringing expertise in a variety of areas ranging from software development, data science and security management to machine learning, cloud, and mobile development. Arηs Group was acquired by Accenture in July 2024. 

• Manages effectively and efficiently the project within its complete lifecycle and scope.
• Establishes and manages project controls in order to ensure that the milestones are met and project products delivered on time and within scope and the business goals are enabled.
• Assures and controls quality of the project deliverables.
• Identifies, tracks, monitors and communicates project-related issues, scope changes, variances and contingencies that may arise during the implementation of the project.
• Liaise with Project Board and other key stakeholders.
• Assigns and controls the tasks, authorizes work packages, balance priorities and workload in the team, motivates project team members.
• Plans and controls project products delivery processes.
• Manages effective communication within the project and with external environment of the project.
• Produces project management products (like plans, logs, schedules). Defines the responsibilities of parties involved in the project.
• Prepares and presents oral and written technical reports and project presentations.
• Organizes and conducts project meetings.

• Master's degree plus 10 years of IT relevant professional experience
• Minimum English language skills (CEFR): B2
• Minimum 8 years of experience at similar position
• Required Certificates (At least 4 certifications are required as follows):

1. At least 2 certifications among Cybersecurity domain:

• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) or an equivalent certification
• CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) or an equivalent certification
• CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) or an equivalent certification
• ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Associate or an equivalent certification

2. At least 2 certifications among Project and IT Service Management domain:

• PM² Advanced or an equivalent certification
• Prince2 Practitioner or an equivalent certification
• Each equivalent certification must be recognized internationally (subject to acceptance as a valid credential by the Contracting Authority).

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge

• Comprehensive knowledge of cybersecurity technologies and controls, and risk management expertise (e.g. knowledge of Defence-in-depth and ‘Zero-trust’ Security Architectures; knowledge of security concepts such as cyber-attacks and techniques, threat vectors, risk management, incident management etc.)
• Possesses a thorough understanding of IT and its application to business needs.
• In-depth understanding of legal and ethical aspects of cybersecurity.
• Proficiency in cybersecurity frameworks, regulations, and compliance.
• Understanding of the principles of best practice security as embodied in ISO27001 or NIST cybersecurity frameworks.

Skills

• Advanced project management skills, including risk and quality management.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Outstanding communication, presentation, negotiation, and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Vendor and procurement management skills.
• Presents excellent communication skills, including the ability to produce high quality written material and presentations for a variety of audiences.

Specific Requirements

• In-depth familiarity with security policies based on industry standards and best practices.
• Broad architectural background with full-lifecycle experience of delivering IT Security solutions.
• Knowledge and hands-on experience in working with project supporting methodologies and tools: PM², PMP, PRINCE, ServiceNow.
• Knowledge and experience in managing cybersecurity projects for EU classified environments.
• Experience in supporting management of resources, budgets, and priorities for programme/project/portfolios related to cybersecurity investments.
• PMP or an equivalent certification
• ITIL Foundation or an equivalent certification