Join the Team: Experian's Cyber Security Program
Experian, a global leader in data and technology, is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead our highly visible cyber security program. As a critical member of our team, you will drive the planning, coordination, and execution of daily, monthly, and annual activities with cross-functional stakeholders across the organization. If you're passionate about cyber security and have a proven track record in program management, we want to hear from you!
About Experian
Experian is a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange, operating across 32 countries with a team of 22,500 people. We power opportunities for people and businesses around the world, helping to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market. Our unique combination of data, analytics, and software enables us to make a positive impact on people's lives.
Our Culture and Values
At Experian, we celebrate individuality and prioritize our people agenda. We focus on what matters: diversity, equity, and inclusion, work-life balance, development, authenticity, collaboration, wellness, reward and recognition, and volunteering. Our people-first approach has earned us numerous awards, including World's Best Workplaces 2024 (Fortune Top 25), Great Place To Work in 24 countries, and Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2024.
Job Summary
As a Program Manager, Cyber Security, you will play a critical role in executing our highly visible cyber security program. You will report to the Senior Manager, Security Operations and Governance and work closely with cross-functional stakeholders across the organization. Your primary responsibilities will include:
- Facilitating program-level execution across multiple delivery teams working across organizational boundaries to define security roadmaps and program interdependencies within the Agile methodology practiced in our team.
- Facilitating delivery of tech-enabled projects, including analyzing workflows and helping establish priorities based on standards, policies, and best practices.
- Assisting with program management and reporting of both individual team and enterprise-wide initiatives.
- Coordinating with divisional leaders, engineering managers, Scrum Masters, and developers to drive program deadlines and deliver upon our goals.
- Driving security training, testing, and remediation activities in the security program and helping evaluate overall performance across the security program and recommend/implement improvements.
- Collaborating between engineering, business operations, security, and compliance.
- Acting as a liaison among internal and external clients, business unit functional areas, and project development teams to ensure project coordination among participating groups.
- Articulating a common vision of objectives to teams and individuals to align work.
- Preparing presentations to senior management.
- Supporting executive status reporting, current state assessments, future state roadmaps, IT strategy, and transition planning for technology modernization and continuous security enhancements.
Key Responsibilities
Program Management
- Develop and execute project plans, resource allocation plans, and risk management plans to ensure successful project delivery.
- Manage project budgets, resources, and timelines to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks to ensure successful project delivery.
Communication and Collaboration
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including project team members, sponsors, and customers.
- Facilitate meetings, workshops, and other collaboration activities to ensure effective communication and issue resolution.
- Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
Security and Compliance
- Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and standards to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
- Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability testing to identify potential security threats.
- Develop and implement remediation plans to address identified security threats.
Requirements
Essential Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- 3+ years of program management experience, preferably in cyber security.
- Strong understanding of Agile methodology, including JIRA and Confluence.
- Understanding of software development life cycle processes and ability to acquire the necessary technical overview of software products.
- Experience with project status reporting and facilitating meetings.
- Experience in cyber security stack, and tools for on-prem and cloud-hosted systems.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- 5+ years of program management experience, preferably in cyber security.
- Certifications in cyber security, such as CompTIA Security+ or CISSP.
- Experience with cloud-based security solutions, such as AWS or Azure.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong project management skills, including planning, coordination, and execution.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks and projects.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage complex projects.
Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits
At Experian, we prioritize employee development and growth. As a Program Manager, Cyber Security, you will have opportunities to:
- Develop your skills and expertise in cyber security and program management.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to drive business outcomes.
- Contribute to the development of security policies, procedures, and standards.
- Participate in training and development programs to enhance your skills and knowledge.
Work Environment and Company Culture
Experian offers a remote work environment, allowing you to work from anywhere. Our company culture prioritizes:
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Work-life balance.
- Authenticity and collaboration.
- Wellness and reward and recognition.
- Volunteering and community engagement.
Compensation, Perks, and Benefits
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
- Health benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance).
- 401K with 4% employer match.
- 15 days Paid Time Off, 5 sick days, 2 volunteer days.
- Remote work environment.
Conclusion
If you're passionate about cyber security and have a proven track record in program management, we want to hear from you! As a Program Manager, Cyber Security, you will play a critical role in executing our highly visible cyber security program and contributing to the success of our organization. Apply now to join our team and take the next step in your career!
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