Job Description A leading organization in the manufacturing and industrial technology space is seeking a Senior Program Manager, Cybersecurity to lead a large-scale cybersecurity transformation initiative. This remote contract opportunity is open to candidates located in North Carolina or Rhode Island and offers up to $98/hour.
In this role, you will oversee complex enterprise cybersecurity programs spanning IT, Operational Technology (OT), and IoT environments. You will partner with technical and business stakeholders to strengthen security posture, reduce organizational risk, support compliance initiatives, and drive strategic security improvements across the enterprise.
The ideal candidate brings extensive experience leading cybersecurity programs, managing executive stakeholders, coordinating major security initiatives, and delivering measurable risk-reduction outcomes in large-scale enterprise environments. Required Skills & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Security, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field
15+ years of experience managing complex technology programs, enterprise initiatives, or cybersecurity-focused projects
Experience leading cross-functional cybersecurity, infrastructure, cloud, enterprise application, OT, and IoT programs
Strong background managing enterprise RFPs, vendor evaluations, contract negotiations, and SOW development
Experience coordinating cybersecurity incident response, vulnerability remediation, audit remediation, and risk reduction initiatives
Deep understanding of cybersecurity governance, risk management, security controls, and compliance frameworks
Experience creating executive-level presentations, communications, and status reporting
Excellent leadership, negotiation, stakeholder management, and communication skills
Ability to lead multiple concurrent programs in a complex enterprise environment
Knowledge of Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid program delivery methodologies

Desired Skills & Experience

PMP, PgMP, or similar program management certification
CISSP, CISM, CRISC, Security+, or related cybersecurity certification
Experience with NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, and SOC-related requirements
Experience supporting audits, regulatory reviews, security assessments, or cyber insurance initiatives
Experience leading globally distributed teams and enterprise-wide transformation programs

What You Will Be Doing Daily Responsibilities

Lead strategic cybersecurity programs and multi-year transformation initiatives
Establish governance frameworks, reporting processes, risk management practices, and executive communications
Coordinate security initiatives across infrastructure, cloud, applications, identity management, data protection, and third-party risk
Manage cybersecurity assessments, RFPs, vendor selection efforts, and implementation programs
Drive incident response coordination, remediation planning, and recovery activities
Oversee vulnerability management, audit findings, risk treatment plans, and corrective action tracking
Facilitate executive steering committees and cross-functional stakeholder alignment
Monitor program health, milestones, budgets, dependencies, and key performance metrics
Support compliance, audit readiness, and security governance initiatives
Promote security awareness and risk-based decision making throughout the organization

The Offer

Remote opportunity available to candidates located in North Carolina or Rhode Island
Contract position
Compensation up to $98/hour
Opportunity to lead a high-visibility cybersecurity transformation initiative
Work with senior leadership and enterprise-wide stakeholders on strategic security programs

You will receive the following benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Benefits
Vision Benefits
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k)

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

Sr. Program Manager, Cybersecurity - Remote in NC or RI

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