Job Title: Senior Cybersecurity Program Manager
Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Senior Cybersecurity Program Manager with our client located in San Jose, CA.
Job Responsibilities:- Sales/Marketing:
- Lead the development, creation, and documentation of comprehensive IT security policies, standards, and procedures from scratch
- Collaborate with IT and Security teams to identify policy and procedure gaps and requirements
- Write and maintain enterprise-wide security policies covering access control, data protection, incident response, and other critical areas
- Ensure all policies and procedures align with regulatory requirements, compliance frameworks, and industry best practices
- Review, update, and maintain existing policies and procedures to reflect organizational changes and emerging threats
- Establish clear, enforceable standards that are communicated and understood across technical and non-technical teams
- Document procedures with step-by-step guidelines for consistent implementation across departments
- Conduct periodic audits of policy compliance and recommend updates based on audit findings and lessons learned
- Facilitate policy review cycles and stakeholder approval processes
- Program Management & Strategy:
- Develop, establish, and maintain enterprise-wide cybersecurity programs aligned with business objectives and industry best practices
- Create and execute multi-year cybersecurity roadmaps and strategic plans
- Define program objectives, metrics, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure program effectiveness
- Identify emerging cybersecurity threats and trends, and adjust program strategies accordingly
- Manage program budgets and resource allocation to ensure optimal utilization
- Cross-Functional Coordination:
- Lead and collaborate with IT, Security Operations, Risk Management, Compliance, and business unit leaders
- Establish governance frameworks and decision-making processes for cybersecurity initiatives
- Coordinate with external stakeholders, vendors, and third-party service providers
- Facilitate communication between technical and non-technical teams to ensure program comprehension
- Champion cybersecurity culture and awareness across the organization
- Compliance & Risk Management:
- Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements (CCPA, CPRA, SOC 2, CMMC etc.)
- Conduct and oversee risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing programs
- Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and standards
- Monitor and report on security posture and compliance status to executive leadership and the Board
- Lead incident response planning and coordination during security incidents
- Implementation & Optimization:
- Oversee design, deployment, and optimization of security tools, technologies, and controls
- Manage security architecture reviews and technology evaluations
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the cybersecurity program
- Document program processes, procedures, and operational guidelines
- Ensure effective program documentation and knowledge management
- Reporting & Stakeholder Management:
- Provide executive leadership with regular updates on program status, risks, and achievements
- Develop and present compliance metrics, dashboards, and reports to senior management
- Communicate compliance requirements and implications to business stakeholders
- Escalate critical issues and risks appropriately.
Job Qualifications:- 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 5 years in a program management or leadership role
- Proven experience writing, developing, and maintaining IT security policies, standards, and procedures from scratch
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate with IT and security teams to create comprehensive policy documentation
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field
- Deep knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and standards (NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS, SOC 2, CMMC Controls)
- Experience with security governance and policy development
- Expertise in risk management and compliance requirements across regulated industries
- Strong understanding of security controls, threat modeling, and vulnerability management
- Proficiency in program management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall)
- PMP or similar project management certification
- Excellent project management skills with ability to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously
Job Details:- Job Type: Contract
- Pay Range: $8-$95/hr.
- Location: San Jose, CA (Onsite).
Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.
About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.