Project Analyst, Cybersecurity

Job Description

Job Description

Pivot Point Solutions

Pivot Point Solutions is a California-based technology consulting firm that specializes in delivering IT solutions and support for the construction and utility industries. We partner with organizations across the state to provide reliable technology services that improve operational efficiency, enhance project delivery, and support critical business systems.

Our team understands the unique technology challenges facing construction and utility organizations, from field operations and infrastructure projects to enterprise applications and cybersecurity. By combining industry expertise with responsive service, we help clients modernize their technology environments, streamline workflows, and maintain secure, reliable IT systems that support long-term growth.

Job Overview

Title: Project Analyst - Cybersecurity
Sector: Information Technology & Cybersecurity
Seniority: Mid-Level
Location: Oakland, CA
Job Type: Hybrid

Contract Length: 6 months

Compensation : $78,000-$115,000

As a Project Analyst supporting the Cybersecurity Portfolio Management Office (PMO), you will play a key role in the financial and operational management of enterprise cybersecurity initiatives. Working alongside Project Managers and Program Managers, you will help maintain project financials, monitor budgets and forecasts, support governance activities, and ensure project documentation remains accurate and audit-ready.

This position is ideal for someone with experience supporting technology or PMO organizations who enjoys working with financial data, project reporting, and cross-functional teams. You'll help ensure projects remain on track by monitoring budgets, analyzing variances, maintaining project records, and providing meaningful reporting to leadership.

Your Day-to-Day Activities

• Monitor project budgets, forecasts, actual costs, and financial performance across multiple cybersecurity initiatives

• Track project spending and analyze budget variances while providing recommendations to improve forecast accuracy

• Maintain project records, documentation, and financial data within enterprise project management and financial systems

• Create and track project requests, purchase requests, contracts, and other project-related documentation through completion

• Analyze project data to identify discrepancies and work with stakeholders to resolve issues

• Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports for project managers, leadership, and audit requests

• Support financial planning, project governance, SOX compliance, and documentation standards

• Assist Project Managers with project scheduling, reporting, and portfolio tracking activities

• Develop dashboards and metrics using Excel, Power BI, or similar reporting tools

• Participate in cross-functional project meetings and communicate project status, risks, and financial updates

• Maintain centralized project documentation and ensure accurate record retention

• Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to improve project reporting and operational processes

The Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience)

• 2+ years of experience supporting projects within a PMO, Project Controls, Project Coordination, Financial Analysis, or Project Management environment

• Experience managing project budgets, forecasts, financial reporting, or cost tracking

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, Pivot Tables, and data analysis

• Excellent analytical and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Experience supporting enterprise technology or business initiatives

You'll Stand Out If You Have

• Experience supporting cybersecurity, information technology, or enterprise infrastructure projects

• Knowledge of project management methodologies including Agile and Waterfall

• Experience with Power BI or other business intelligence and reporting tools

• Experience working with enterprise financial or project management systems

• Knowledge of SOX compliance, project governance, or audit support

• Experience creating executive dashboards and financial reporting

• Familiarity with project portfolio management (PPM) tools such as Planisware, Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or similar platforms

• Experience supporting utility, energy, or other highly regulated industries