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Wakefern Food Corp. · 3 weeks ago

Cyber Security Project Manager

Edison, NJ

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$140K/yr - $175K/yr

10+ years exp

Wakefern Food Corp. is the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the United States, supporting its members' retail operations. The Cyber Security Project Manager is responsible for the strategic planning, execution, and delivery of complex cyber security projects, coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring alignment with business objectives while upholding security standards.

Food and BeverageRetailRetail Technology

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Jordan Bishop

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and manage end-to-end project plans for multiple cyber security initiatives, including risk assessments, security upgrades, threat response, compliance, and incident management projects

Establish project scope, objectives, timelines, milestones, and deliverables in alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements

Coordinate with stakeholders to define and refine project requirements and success metrics

Monitor project progress, proactively identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure project success

Lead cross-functional teams, including security analysts, engineers, IT staff, consultants, and third-party vendors

Foster a culture of collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement among project team members

Mentor and provide guidance to junior project managers and cyber security staff

Act as the primary point of contact for senior management, technical teams, and business partners regarding project status and key deliverables

Prepare and deliver regular project updates, executive summaries, and detailed reports on project progress, risks, and outcomes

Translate complex cyber security topics into clear, actionable language for non-technical stakeholders

Identify potential threats and vulnerabilities, conduct risk assessments, and ensure that projects adhere to internal and external security standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, HIPAA)

Coordinate audits, assessments, and remediation activities as required by regulatory authorities or internal policies

Develop and maintain project documentation that demonstrates due diligence and compliance with applicable regulations

Develop and manage project budgets, track expenditure, and report variances to senior leadership

Allocate resources efficiently, ensuring optimal use of talent, technology, and external services

Negotiate contracts with vendors and consultants for products and services related to cyber security projects

Stay abreast of emerging cyber security threats, best practices, and technological advancements

Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of cyber security project delivery

Promote a proactive security posture and foster an organizational culture of security awareness

Support coordination of incident response activities, ensuring projects account for necessary detection, containment, and recovery processes

Coordinate post-incident reviews and lessons-learned workshops to inform future project planning

Qualification

Cyber Security FrameworksRelevant CertificationsCloud SecurityProject Management MethodologiesRisk AssessmentLeadership SkillsCommunication SkillsAnalytical SkillsNegotiation SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsTeam Management

Required

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Information Technology, or a related field

Minimum 10-15 years of progressive experience in cyber security, with at least 3-5 years in a project management or leadership role

In-depth understanding of cyber security frameworks, standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO, NIST, CIS CSC, GDPR)

Proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Scrum)

Relevant certifications such as PMP, CISSP, CISM, or equivalent

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously

Excellent leadership, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills

Strong written and verbal communication abilities, including experience presenting to executive audiences

Experience working with cloud security, network defense, endpoint protection, identity management, and threat intelligence is highly desirable

Preferred

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities in fast-paced environments

Experience managing global or distributed teams and third-party vendors

Strategic thinker with the capacity to align cyber security projects with broader business objectives

High degree of integrity, professional ethics, and demonstrated commitment to confidentiality and information protection

Continuous learner, passionate about advancing security knowledge and skills

Company

Wakefern Food Corp.

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Wakefern Food Corp. is employing an innovative approach to wholesale business services.

Founded in 1946

Keasbey, New Jersey, USA

10001+ employees

http://www2.wakefern.com

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