Project Manager (IT Regulatory, Risk, Compliance and Security)

Location: Remote or Hybrid (Warsaw)

Rate: up to 160 pln/h net + VAT

Employment Type: Full-time / B2B contract

Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Project Management Consultant – Cybersecurity to lead the planning and execution of cybersecurity initiatives across a complex, fast-evolving global enterprise environment. This role requires a rare blend of deep technical expertise in cybersecurity and digital transformation, combined with strong project leadership skills to manage ambiguity, drive clarity, and deliver impactful security outcomes across regions and business units.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic guidance and oversight on global cybersecurity initiatives in multi-layered, multi-vendor environments.

• Develop project charters that clearly define scope, objectives, timelines, success metrics, requirements (business, functional, non-functional, operational), and risk mitigation strategies.

• Lead technical implementations and integrations of cybersecurity technologies, including:

  • SIEM, SOC, encryption standards, PKI, cryptography

  • AI/ML-driven security analytics and UEBA

  • EDR, DLP, IAM, PAM, IDPs

  • Network security, secured communications, CTI, security/non-security logging

  • Cloud security, CASB, ZTNA, NGFW, IDS/IPS

• Manage the full project lifecycle (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid) to deliver on scope, time, and budget.

• Collaborate with global stakeholders (security, risk, infrastructure, application teams, vendors) to ensure alignment with organizational security strategies.

• Translate complex technical concepts into actionable plans and executive-level updates.

• Track and report on KPIs, risks, interdependencies, and compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.

• Conduct post-project reviews, capturing lessons learned and driving continuous improvements.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or equivalent experience.

• 7+ years of combined experience in technical cybersecurity and project management roles within global enterprises.

• Proven track record of leading global, cross-functional cybersecurity initiatives in dynamic IT environments.

• Expertise in at least 5 or more of the following areas:

  • SIEM (Splunk, Sentinel), SOC workflows

  • EDR (CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, MS Defender, CyberArk EPM), DLP, encryption standards

  • IAM (SailPoint, One Identity), PAM (CyberArk), IDPs

  • AI/ML in security analytics, UEBA

  • Network security architecture, segmentation, secured communications protocols

  • Cloud security & CASB (McAfee, MS Defender)

  • Application security tools (Fortify, SAST/DAST)

  • NGFWs, ZTNA (Zscaler ZIA/ZPA), IDS/IPS

  • Cryptography, PKI, key management

  • MFA platforms

  • CTI platforms and logging architectures

  • Email and network security solutions

• Strong knowledge of project methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall) and ability to adapt them in fluid environments.

• Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement, and decision-making skills.

• Ability to lead under uncertainty and manage shifting priorities.

Preferred:

• Professional certifications such as PMP, CISM, CISSP, or Prince2.

• Familiarity with compliance frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA).