Senior Cybersecurity Program Manager

Job Title: Senior Cybersecurity Program Manager
Work Location: San Jose, CA 95134 (100% onsite)
Duration of Assignment: 6+ Months
Pay Rate Range: $70.00-$80.00/hr on W2
Job Description:
• Lead the development, creation, and documentation of comprehensive IT security policies, standards, and procedures from scratch
• Collaborate with IT and Security teams to identify policy and procedure gaps and requirements
• Write and maintain enterprise-wide security policies covering access control, data protection, incident response, and other critical areas
• Ensure all policies and procedures align with regulatory requirements, compliance frameworks, and industry best practices
• Review, update, and maintain existing policies and procedures to reflect organizational changes and emerging threats
• Establish clear, enforceable standards that are communicated and understood across technical and non-technical teams
• Document procedures with step-by-step guidelines for consistent implementation across departments
• Conduct periodic audits of policy compliance and recommend updates based on audit findings and lessons learned
• Facilitate policy review cycles and stakeholder approval processes
Program Management & Strategy
• Develop, establish, and maintain enterprise-wide cybersecurity programs aligned with business objectives and industry best practices
• Create and execute multi-year cybersecurity roadmaps and strategic plans
• Define program objectives, metrics, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure program effectiveness
• Identify emerging cybersecurity threats and trends, and adjust program strategies accordingly
• Manage program budgets and resource allocation to ensure optimal utilization
Cross-Functional Coordination
• Lead and collaborate with IT, Security Operations, Risk Management, Compliance, and business unit leaders
• Establish governance frameworks and decision-making processes for cybersecurity initiatives
• Coordinate with external stakeholders, vendors, and third-party service providers
• Facilitate communication between technical and non-technical teams to ensure program comprehension
• Champion cybersecurity culture and awareness across the organization
Compliance & Risk Management
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements (CCPA, CPRA, SOC 2, CMMC etc.)
• Conduct and oversee risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing programs
• Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and standards
• Monitor and report on security posture and compliance status to executive leadership and the Board
• Lead incident response planning and coordination during security incidents
Implementation & Optimization
• Oversee design, deployment, and optimization of security tools, technologies, and controls
• Manage security architecture reviews and technology evaluations
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the cybersecurity program
• Document program processes, procedures, and operational guidelines
• Ensure effective program documentation and knowledge management
Reporting & Stakeholder Management
• Provide executive leadership with regular updates on program status, risks, and achievements
• Develop and present compliance metrics, dashboards, and reports to senior management
• Communicate compliance requirements and implications to business stakeholders
• Escalate critical issues and risks appropriately
Requirements
• 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 5 years in a program management or leadership role
• Proven experience writing, developing, and maintaining IT security policies, standards, and procedures from scratch
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with IT and security teams to create comprehensive policy documentation
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field
• Deep knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and standards (NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS, SOC 2, CMMC Controls)
• Experience with security governance and policy development
• Expertise in risk management and compliance requirements across regulated industries
• Strong understanding of security controls, threat modeling, and vulnerability management
• Proficiency in program management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall)
• PMP or similar project management certification
• Excellent project management skills with ability to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously