Job Summary

We are looking for a highly experienced Cyber Security Project Manager to lead and deliver enterprise-scale cyber security programs within the Utilities/Water sector. The role involves managing complex, high-impact security initiatives while ensuring alignment with organizational cyber frameworks, regulatory standards, and business objectives.

Role Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end delivery of cyber security projects
Manage project lifecycle including planning, execution, monitoring, and closure
Define and maintain governance artifacts such as project plans, RAID logs, budgets, and status reports
Drive cloud migration initiatives (e.g., Cisco ISE to Microsoft Entra ID/Azure)
Ensure compliance with cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, NCSC CAF
Manage risks, issues, and dependencies
Coordinate with architecture, security operations, and assurance teams
Lead stakeholder forums and steering committees
Oversee vendor delivery and SLA adherence
Support portfolio-level reporting and planning

Required Skills & Experience

Experience managing enterprise-level cyber security projects
Strong knowledge of network security (firewalls, segmentation, zero-trust)
Experience in firewall optimization and IAM/NAC migrations
Experience with log management / SIEM-related projects
Proficiency in project management methodologies (PRINCE2, PMP, Agile)
Strong governance and stakeholder management skills
Familiarity with MS Project, Jira, Azure DevOps

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in utilities or critical infrastructure
Knowledge of Microsoft security stack (Defender, Sentinel, Entra ID)
Understanding of SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar)
Awareness of regulatory frameworks (NIS, NCSC CAF)
Exposure to IT/OT environments

Certifications

PRINCE2 Practitioner / PMP, Security+

Key Competencies

Enterprise Cyber Project Delivery
Stakeholder & Vendor Management
Risk & Issue Management
Governance & Financial Control
Cyber Security Framework Awareness
Cloud and Network Security Understanding

Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email (email protected) for roles based in the Americas or (email protected) for roles based in India.

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