Tech Mahindra

Security Project Manager

Tech Mahindra$110K — $130K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of project management experience in cybersecurity or information security.
  • Proven experience with security frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS.
  • Expertise in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid).
  • Strong communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
  • Ability to identify and mitigate risks in cybersecurity projects.
  • Experience managing cross-functional teams including engineering and operations.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the delivery of various security projects from start to finish.
  • Define project scopes and goals in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
  • Manage project schedules, resources, and budgets effectively.
  • Engage regularly with senior leadership and project stakeholders for updates.
  • Identify and mitigate cybersecurity-related project risks.
  • Drive execution of the enterprise security roadmap and initiatives.
  • Maintain documentation and provide reports on project health and outcomes.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) plan with company contribution.
  • Flexible working hours and remote work options.
  • Opportunities for professional development and certification support.
  • Employee wellness programs.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Job Title: Security Project Manager (U4 Band)
Role Overview

The Security Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and delivering cybersecurity and information security projects across the organization. This role ensures that security initiatives are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with business and compliance requirements. The role requires strong project management expertise combined with a solid understanding of security frameworks, risk management, and enterprise IT environments.
Key Responsibilities
Project Delivery
  • Lead end to end delivery of security projects (e.g., IAM, cloud security, data protection, network security, risk remediation).
  • Define project scope, goals, timelines, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
  • Manage project schedules, budgets, resources, and risks.
  • Track and report progress using project management methodologies (Agile/Waterfall/Hybrid).
Stakeholder Management
  • Engage with senior leadership, business units, IT teams, and security stakeholders.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for project status, risks, and escalations.
  • Facilitate governance meetings, steering committees, and status reviews.
Risk & Compliance
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, especially those related to cybersecurity.
  • Ensure alignment with security standards and frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS, etc.).
  • Support audit and regulatory compliance initiatives.
Security Program Support
  • Drive execution of enterprise security roadmap initiatives.
  • Coordinate cross functional teams including engineering, operations, and vendors.
  • Support incident response improvements, vulnerability management programs, and policy implementations.
Reporting & Documentation
  • Maintain project documentation, dashboards, and metrics.
  • Provide regular updates to leadership on project health, risks, and outcomes.
Preferred Certifications
  • PMP / PRINCE2 / Agile Certifications (Scrum, SAFe, etc.)
  • CISSP, CISM, or equivalent security certifications (nice to have)
  • ITIL Foundation or similar
Key Skills & Competencies
  • Strong project/program management skills
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management
  • Risk management and problem solving ability
  • Understanding of security architecture and tools
  • Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects
  • Leadership and team coordination

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