Security Program Manager

Line of Service

Internal Firm Services

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

IFS - Information Technology (IT)

Management Level

Manager

Job Description & Summary

PwC is driving major change across information and cyber security by building a centralised model to provide security services across the entire network of member firms. Mandated at the network level, Network Information Security (NIS) operates outside Information Technology (IT) and is responsible for this major program initiative, from definition of the security strategy to the execution of the global Cyber Readiness Program, moving from local to globally provided services.

Our mission is to identify, control, and reduce the attack surface across the network of member firms while increasing our adversaries’ cost of attack.

As a Security Program Manager you will be responsible for delivering a wide range of security programs. You will be willing to work closely with local & UK IT teams, 3rd party vendors and contacts within the business to achieve project objectives. You will be responsible for creating and monitoring schedules, negotiating financials, identifying and managing risks and issues and scope in order to deliver against project priorities.

If you are seeking an exciting career with the scope to grow your cyber security skills through major change on a global scale, then NIS will empower you to do so.

As a Security Program Manager, you will support the CISO in the development and management of a comprehensive program of work helping the firm solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. 

Your skills and responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

●  Centralise the planning, execution, and tracking of security programs such as risk and compliance, ensuring alignment with strategic goals while incorporating both global and local requirements 

● Develop and oversee a comprehensive security program roadmap, defining the scope of projects and develop, execute, and/or manage project plans for supported program(s). 

● Prioritise program goals, understand and translate other stakeholders’ needs into program goals and prioritised deliverables with minimal assistance, and contribute to decisions on prioritising goals and deliverables.

● Implement maturity frameworks across multiple programs driving cross-functional initiatives that incrementally increase the state of program maturity over time. 

● Act as a central liaison between security and technology teams. Drive strong communication, understanding, and shared accountability for security outcomes. 

● Identify, communicate, and collaborate with relevant stakeholders within one or more teams to drive impact and work toward mutual goals. 

● Conducting planned and ad-hoc meetings with various stakeholders to ensure project milestones are on track and to communicate latest status to them 

● Establishing a reporting framework to communicate with various stakeholders and leadership articulating program strategy, direction, and changes. 

● Establishment of learnings, best practices, standardised frameworks and tools across programs and projects.

● Responsible for measuring and improving the effectiveness of our security initiatives, establishing metrics and KPIs to measure success, provide actionable insights and inform continuous improvements  

Experience and skills 

●  Minimum 7+ years experience as a program manager or related discipline including 5+ years of experience in security, risk management, compliance, information systems or other relevant fields 

● Strong understanding and proven experience of formal program management methodologies

● Exceptional skills in time management, facilitation, communication, and organization

● Ability to translate complex concepts simply for varied audiences 

● Excellent influencing and communication skills with the ability to facilitate complex discussions

● Experience managing cross-functional teams and stakeholders 

● Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven success influencing a variety of audiences including senior leadership across both technical and non-technical teams.

● Undergraduate Degree (e.g., BA, BS) in Information Security, or Information Systems, or Technology, or Computer Science 

● Knowledge of security frameworks such as ISO27001 or NIST 

● Professional certification such as PMP, CISSP and CISA is a plus 

● Experience leading the implementation of an ISMS aligned to ISO27001 is a plus  

Unlock your potential with PwC Ireland

We believe that challenges are better solved together. We’re inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you’ll be a part of amazing teams encouraged to collaborate and innovate in a way that creates powerful solutions and makes a positive impact. This purpose-led work, and our continuous development and encouragement, will help unlock your potential and take your career to the next level.

Enjoy PwC’s perks

We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive employee benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about us at Life@PwC. (https://www.pwc.ie/careers-ie/life-at-pwc.html).

Being appreciated for being you

Our most valuable asset is our people and we recognise you for it - ensuring you feel like you belong and that you are valued and rewarded for the great work you do everyday. PwC is an equal opportunities employer and creating a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve is hugely important to us.

We believe this so much that we have signed up for the Business in the Community Inclusive Workplace Elevate Pledge. (https://www.bitc.ie/the-leaders-group-on-sustainability/inclusive-workplace-pledge/)

Our Inclusion First strategy puts inclusion at the heart of our culture - supporting an environment where individuality is embraced, diversity is celebrated and inclusion is valued. Check out our culture of belonging and explore our range of inclusive programmes, initiatives, employee resource groups and more at www.pwc.ie.

Avoid the confidence gap; you do not have to match all the listed requirements exactly to apply, we’d love to hear from you!

We will ensure that everyone is supported throughout and, if required,  provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please email us for more information.

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No

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