Cynet Systems · 4 weeks ago
IT Project Manager Consultant
Jackson, MS
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelCynet Systems is seeking an IT Project Manager Consultant to provide independent oversight ensuring IT practices align with internal policies and regulatory expectations. The role involves supporting senior leadership with unbiased assessments and translating technical findings into actionable insights.
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Responsibilities
Provide objective, third-party validation for senior managers, executives, and board members
Reduce conflicts of interest by delivering fact-based assessments and balanced outcomes
Evaluate IT policies for legal soundness, currency with laws and standards, and effectiveness of implementation
Identify inconsistencies between written policies and actual IT practices
Support leadership decision-making with clear, unbiased insights
Translate technical findings into business, legal, and policy implications
Prioritize remediation based on business, legal, and compliance risk
Identify opportunities for organizational improvement through adoption of IT best practices
Deliver clear, actionable roadmaps covering technical controls, policy updates, and compliance requirements
Coordinate effectively with IT, legal, compliance, and risk stakeholders
Plan, execute, and deliver consulting engagements while managing risk, scope, and timelines
Qualification
Required
Strong governance and accountability mindset
Ability to confirm alignment of IT practices with internal policies and regulatory expectations
Capability to identify gaps in compliance with laws and regulations, including data protection and cybersecurity requirements
Ability to ensure IT controls support legal obligations such as data retention and breach notification
Strong analytical ability to assess complex environments and produce fact-based, practical outcomes
Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision and maintain accountability for deliverables
Experience delivering consulting or advisory services
Experience working in oversight, audit, governance, or compliance-focused roles
Experience coordinating across IT, legal, compliance, and risk teams
Strong knowledge of IT, finance, and HR management domains
Understanding of industry best practices and regulatory frameworks
Analytical thinking and structured problem-solving skills
Ability to develop clear, actionable recommendations
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Strong presentation, reporting, and stakeholder management skills
Project management, prioritization, and risk mitigation skills
Professional negotiation and conflict resolution abilities
Business acumen including budgeting, financial analysis, and forecasting
Preferred
Experience with public sector or large enterprise IT environments preferred
Bachelor's degree or Master's degree preferred
Advanced experience in consulting, advisory, or oversight roles preferred
Company
Cynet Systems
Headquartered in Washington DC Metro Area, Cynet Systems is a top talent supplier for companies across North America.
Founded in 2010
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ashwani (Ash) M.
Partner and Co-CEO
Nikhil "Nick" Budhiraja
Founder / Co-CEO
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