IT Security Project Manager Lead (US Remote)

Company Description

Ready to make a difference? Experian has evolved into a global tech company and leader in data and analytics. We’re passionate about unlocking the power of data in order to transform lives and create opportunities for consumers, businesses and society. We’re a constituent of the FTSE 30 and for more than 125 years we’ve helped economies and communities flourish – and we’re not done.

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Job Description

Experian is looking for an Information Technology Security Project Manager Lead with experience in managing simultaneous global projects. Responsibilities will include defining the scope of the projects, creating and managing the project plan, identifying key stakeholders, producing proper documentation, ensuring all work is compliant with the relevant standards and projects are completed within the deadline. The IT Security Project Manager Lead will demonstrate strong leadership and people management skills in forming teams from local and remote sources, both within the region and in the wider global group,  and ensuring close communication and teamwork to contribute to project success. 

What you'll be doing

• Act as a project manager on multi-year, multi-million-dollar projects and major strategic initiatives spanning multiple organizations, including third-party businesses
• Serve as a team leader in the capacity of evaluating the work of the team 
• Work on large projects that exceed twelve months in duration and have significant budget impact on the business unit 
• Develop and compose business cases to support the acquisition of development of critical project components 
• Collect, analyze, and summarize information on project phases, task, duration, resources, and costs
• Participate in developing plans, work breakdown structures, schedules, budgets, and resource assignments for projects that are subject to management review and approval
• Act as liaison among internal and external stakeholders, business unit functional areas and project development teams to ensure effective project coordination among participating groups
• Facilitate communication among project participants to expedite project processes to resolve issues and problems
• Identify areas within the business unit where process improvements may benefit project performance
• Work closely with information security specialists and other teams to understand and prioritize the remediation of identified vulnerabilities/initiatives and track status of the activities
• Collaborate with key project members to document and obtain buy-in and approvals items such as requirements, scope to meet the requirements, milestones, project health changes, issue and risks

Qualifications

What your background looks like

• 10+ years' of project management experience 
• 3+ years’ experience in Cyber/Information Security project management 
• Excellent knowledge of Cyber Security, Information Technology, Risk and Compliance 
• Excellent knowledge of computer systems and processes and PC desktop applications 
• Excellent knowledge of legislation and regulations impacting business unit industry 
• Proficient in MS project, Excel, Visio, Jira etc. 
• Experience with Agile methodologies 
• Experience with Information Security/Technology/Infrastructure projects
• Excellent verbal and written communication, project management, and organizational skills
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and Certified Scrum Master 

Perks

• 20 days of vacation accrued annually, five sick days, and two volunteer days (plus twelve paid holidays)  
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package, with a bonus target of 15%  
• This role can be 100% remote long-term or you can work out of one of our offices  
• People-focused culture where personal and professional growth is prioritized  
• Recognition and celebration of performance and achievements  
• Power to bring your whole self to work – where your differences and values will be respected and celebrated  
• Employee Resource Groups set up and run by employees, for employees. These networks build, celebrate, and further understanding of the diverse identity and experiences within Experian, in support of our commitment to diversity and inclusion  
• International network of peers; mentorship programs 

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Our goal is to create a thriving, inclusive and diverse team where people love their work and love working together. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion is essential to our purpose of creating a better tomorrow. We value the uniqueness of every individual and want you to bring your whole, authentic self to work. For us, this is The Power of YOU and and it reflects what we believe. See our DEI work in action!

Please contact us at JobPostingInquiry@experian.com to request the salary range of this position (please include the exact Job Title as it reads above in your email). In addition to a competitive base salary and variable pay opportunity, Experian offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, life and disability insurance, generous paid time off including 12 company paid holidays and parental and family care leave, an employee stock purchase plan and a 401(k) plan with a company match.

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