Job Description:
** If you are interested in applying for this role, please email your resume to Maddie Watt at mwatt@apexsystems.com **
Job Title: InfoSec Technical Project Manager – Delivery
Industry: Financial Services
Position type: Contract
Contract term: 1 year – potential to extend
Location: San Antonio, TX or Plano, TX– 4 days on site, 1 day remote
Remote opportunity: Potential for remote work for right resource
Rate: up to $95/hr.
Job Summary:
The InfoSec Technical Project Manager drives new capabilities and strategic change for Information Security. This role requires demonstrated experience and success in managing cross-functional teams running large, complex technology initiatives and programs within the banking or financial services industry. The Project Manager will collaborate closely with change management, technology, operations, client impact, business partners, and Information Security subject matter experts (SMEs) to deliver programs that enhance security capabilities and deliver business value.
Responsibilities:
· End-to-end management of multiple programs within defined schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
· Manage resources and lead teams to complete large, complex InfoSec programs/projects.
· Develop project timelines, detailed plans, and track progress and status.
· Coordinate deliverables and confirm interdependencies across InfoSec teams and stakeholders.
· Ensure timely delivery of assigned tasks per the project plan.
· Provide status updates and escalate risks, impediments, and issues to key stakeholders and leadership.
· Track interdependencies and ensure early engagement of impacted teams such as Architecture, Risk, Engineering, and business partners.
· Support the development and approval of project business cases.
· Manage project lifecycle phases (Waterfall or Agile), including initiation, development, implementation, and closure.
· Lead and facilitate delivery processes for major project deliverables, including Epics, features, requirements, design, QA, UAT, and product management.
· Coordinate and lead team resources across multiple time zones and geographic locations.
· Prepare and present project updates and status reports to program and executive teams.
· Oversee change control processes, financial approvals, issue/risk management, and contingency planning.
· Contribute beyond traditional project management roles, supporting production management, development, testing, and business analysis.
Required Qualifications
· BA/BS in IT/Computer Science, MIS, Economics, Finance, Operations Management, or related field.
· 20+ years of professional experience working for large financial institutions.
· 15+ years of project management experience leading complex projects valued at $1M or more.
· 5+ years of experience in Information Security within large financial institutions.
· Experience managing teams of project managers across multiple workstreams.
· Proven ability to lead multiple complex system projects in parallel.
· Knowledge of delivering Information Security programs/projects.
· Familiarity with InfoSec or Cybersecurity Operations such as Privileged Access Management, Authentication, Threat Intelligence, Incident Response, etc.
· Experience with InfoSec platforms like Crowdstrike, SIEMs, Splunk, CyberArk, SailPoint.
· Understanding of systems development methodologies and ability to manage cross-functional teams.
· Strong relationship management and communication skills.
· Proven ability to manage large programs effectively and deliver predictable results.
· High degree of creativity, self-motivation, and attention to detail.
· Expertise in project management methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid).
· Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams and interact with all organizational levels.
· Strong judgment, pragmatic problem-solving, and team-building skills.
Preferred Qualifications
· Information Security experience at a major financial institution.
· Ability to identify and resolve project schedule conflicts.
· Strong analytical skills and ability to structure problems independently.
· Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
· Process Improvement Certification (e.g., Six Sigma).
· Certified Scrum Master.
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at employeeservices@apexsystems.com or 844-463-6178.
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
