Title:  Information Security GRC Program Manager

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             Information Security GRC Program Manager

Position purpose:

The role exists for a seasoned and experienced program manager to oversee and drive the successful delivery of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) and Resilience initiatives. This role ensures the alignment of program objectives with security and business needs by managing projects, coordinating cross-functional teams, and engaging stakeholders effectively. The Program Manager proactively mitigates risks and resolves issues while fostering a culture of information security through awareness programs and training initiatives

What will you do – responsibilities:

Program Management and Project Oversight
• Develop detailed program roadmaps and project plans, ensuring alignment with program objectives and business needs
• Collaborate with stakeholders to establish budgets, resource requirements, and timelines
• Manage multiple GRC and Resilience projects under the program umbrella, ensuring they meet scope, quality, time, and budget constraints
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including external vendors, to deliver program outcomes
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies

Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
• Serve as the primary point of contact for program stakeholders, providing regular updates on progress, challenges, and achievements
• Facilitate cross-functional communication across DIT and corporate functions, ensuring alignment and transparency
• Prepare and deliver program reports, presentations, and documentation to leadership and other stakeholders

Risk and Issue Management
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with the program
• Resolve issues and conflicts, ensuring minimal disruption to program timelines and outcomes
• Establish contingency plans to address unforeseen challenges

Information Security Awareness
• Collaborate with the DIT Change Management Team to identify, plan, and implement annual goals for the global Information Security Training & Awareness Program
• Maintain a communication and change network across the organization to promote awareness and foster a culture of information security
• Support and maintain a series of engaging training modules designed to enhance employees’ understanding and learning of cybersecurity principles

Budget and Resource Management
• Support and manage program procurements, contracts
• Track expenditures and ensure compliance with financial guidelines

Who are we looking for – requirements:

Educational Background:

• Degree in Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or relevant experience.

• Advanced certifications such as PMP, PgMP, PRINCE2, or Agile/Scrum certifications are a plus.

Professional Experience:

• 5–8 years in project/program management, delivering IT initiatives on time and within budget.
• Proven ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams, vendors, and diverse stakeholders.
• Experience with IT infrastructure, software development, or enterprise systems.
• Hands-on experience in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC), IT resilience, or cybersecurity projects is an advantage.

Technical Skills:

• Familiarity with cloud technologies, cybersecurity principles, and emerging IT trends.
• Proficient in using project management tools such as ServiceNow, JIRA, MS Project, or equivalent.
• Strong analytical skills to identify, assess, and mitigate risks effectively.
• Knowledge of IT frameworks like ITIL, COBIT, or NIST is beneficial.

Communication and Stakeholder Management: 

• Excellent communication skills for reporting, presenting, and maintaining alignment with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to build strong relationships with internal teams and external vendors.
• Solid understanding of change management to drive adoption, and manage resistance.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle complex, dynamic environments.

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Next Steps:

After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Interview with Recruiter > Interviews with Hiring Manager's team > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.

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