Our client is seeking a
Senior Project Manager / Project Leader
to lead strategic initiatives supporting the
OPS Enterprise Network Security Program. This role is responsible for providing senior-level leadership, governance, and delivery oversight for large-scale, high-risk enterprise cybersecurity and network security transformation initiatives.
The successful candidate will lead multiple concurrent cybersecurity programs, including
Secure Service Edge (SSE), Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), Prisma Access, Web Application Firewall (WAF), firewall modernization, cloud security integration, and enterprise security control enhancements .
This position requires strong expertise in enterprise security architectures, cybersecurity governance, project delivery methodologies, stakeholder management, and leading complex technology transformation programs across large organizations.
Key Responsibilities1. Enterprise Cybersecurity & Network Security Leadership
Provide senior leadership and strategic direction for enterprise cybersecurity and network-security initiatives.
Lead governance and delivery of multiple security transformation programs aligned with organizational objectives.
Drive adoption of:
Zero Trust Architecture
Modern network security frameworks
Cloud security practices
Establish solid relationships with:
Executive sponsors
Business stakeholders
Cybersecurity teams
Infrastructure teams
Lead steering committees, governance forums, and stakeholder meetings.
Program status
Risks and issues
Budget
Milestones
Delivery outcomes
Promote continuous improvement in security posture, operational processes, and service delivery.
2. Cybersecurity Program Delivery & Implementation
Secure Service Edge (SSE) implementations
Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA)
Web Application Firewall (WAF) implementations
Next Generation Firewall modernization
Secure remote-access modernization
Cloud security integration programs
Translate business and technical requirements into detailed project plans and delivery roadmaps.
Manage:
Resource planning
Risks and issues
Change management activities
Security engineering teams
Network teams
Operations teams
Identify and mitigate technical, operational, and security risks.
Documentation
Knowledge transfer
Operational readiness
Support processesMonitoring requirements
Drive optimization and continuous improvement opportunities.
3. Project Management & Stakeholder Communication
Manage complex technology projects using Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
Develop and maintain:
Project plans
Status reports
Risk registers
Issue logs
Dependency trackers
Governance documentation
Facilitate:
Workshops
Planning sessions
Requirements gathering meetings
Risk reviews
Decision-making forums
Communicate complex cybersecurity and technical concepts to both technical and executive audiences.
Manage competing priorities across multiple teams and stakeholders.
Lead conflict resolution and decision-making processes.
Prepare executive-level presentations, dashboards, and reports.
Ensure compliance with project governance standards and quality controls.
Job OverviewOur client is seeking a
Senior Project Manager / Project Leader
to lead strategic initiatives supporting the
OPS Enterprise Network Security Program.



This role is responsible for providing senior-level leadership, governance, and delivery oversight for large-scale, high-risk enterprise cybersecurity and network security transformation initiatives.
The successful candidate will lead multiple concurrent cybersecurity programs, including
Secure Service Edge (SSE), Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), Prisma Access, Web Application Firewall (WAF), firewall modernization, cloud security integration, and enterprise security control enhancements .
This position requires robust expertise in enterprise security architectures, cybersecurity governance, project delivery methodologies, stakeholder management, and leading complex technology transformation programs across large organizations.
Key Responsibilities1. Enterprise Cybersecurity & Network Security Leadership
Provide senior leadership and strategic direction for enterprise cybersecurity and network-security initiatives.
Lead governance and delivery of multiple security transformation programs aligned with organizational objectives.
Drive adoption of:
Zero Trust Architecture
Security-by-Design principles
Modern network security frameworks
Cloud security practices
Establish strong relationships with:
Executive sponsors
Business stakeholders
Cybersecurity teams
Enterprise architects
Infrastructure teams
External vendors
Lead steering committees, governance forums, and stakeholder meetings.
Provide executive reporting on:
Program status
Risks and issues
Dependencies
Budget
Milestones
Delivery outcomes
Promote continuous improvement in security posture, operational processes, and service delivery.
2. Cybersecurity Program Delivery & Implementation
Secure Service Edge (SSE) implementations
Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA)
Prisma Access deployments
Web Application Firewall (WAF) implementations
Next Generation Firewall modernization
Network segmentation initiatives
Enterprise security-control enhancements
Secure remote-access modernization
Cloud security integration programs
Translate business and technical requirements into detailed project plans and delivery roadmaps.
Manage:
Project schedules
Resource planning
Risks and issues
Dependencies
Change management activitiesVendor coordination
Coordinate delivery across:
Security engineering teams
Network teams
Cloud teams
Architecture groups
Operations teams
External vendors
Identify and mitigate technical, operational, and security risks.Ensure successful transition into production environments, including:
Documentation
Knowledge transfer
Operational readiness
Support processes
Monitoring requirements
Drive optimization and continuous improvement opportunities.
3. Project Management & Stakeholder Communication
Manage complex technology projects using Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
Develop and maintain:
Project plans
Status reports
Risk registers
Issue logs
Dependency trackers
Governance documentation
Facilitate:
Workshops




Planning sessions
Requirements gathering meetings
Risk reviews
Decision-making forums
Communicate complex cybersecurity and technical concepts to both technical and executive audiences.
Manage competing priorities across multiple teams and stakeholders.
Lead conflict resolution and decision-making processes.
Prepare executive-level presentations, dashboards, and reports.
Ensure compliance with project governance standards and quality controls.
RequirementsRequired Qualifications & ExperienceEnterprise IT & Cybersecurity Leadership
10+ years of experience in senior project/program management roles.
Proven experience leading enterprise-scale IT modernization and cybersecurity programs.
Strong understanding of:
Cybersecurity principles
Security governance
Risk management
Cloud security
Network security
Zero Trust architectures
Security-by-Design practices
Experience working with executive stakeholders, technical teams, and vendors.
Demonstrated ability to drive organizational change and continuous improvement initiatives.
Network Security & Technology Delivery ExperienceStrong experience delivering enterprise security initiatives involving:
Secure Service Edge (SSE)
Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA)
Prisma Access
Web Application Firewall (WAF)
Firewall migration and modernization
Network security controls
Cloud security integration
Secure remote access solutions
Enterprise infrastructure security
Candidate should have:
Strong understanding of modern network-security architectures.
Experience managing complex technical dependencies.
Experience coordinating cybersecurity implementation teams.
Experience managing security vendors and third-party partners.
Ability to translate technical requirements into project execution plans.
Project Management SkillsRequired experience with:
Large-scale technology project delivery
PMBOK project management methodologies
Agile and Waterfall delivery models
Scope management
Schedule management
Budget tracking
Risk and issue management
Change management
Executive reporting
Vendor management
Cross-functional team leadership
Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills are required.
Public Sector Experience (Nice to Have)
Previous experience working within government or regulated environments.
Experience with Ontario Public Sector (OPS) initiatives preferred.
Familiarity with:
FIPPA
PHIPA
Government security standards
Audit and compliance requirements
Data retention and reporting controls
Must-Have Skills
10+ years of project/program management experience
Enterprise cybersecurity program delivery experience
Strong knowledge of Zero Trust architecture and security principles
Experience with network security transformation initiatives
Experience managing cloud and infrastructure security projects
Strong governance, risk management, and executive reporting skills
Experience leading cross-functional technical teams and vendors
Ability to manage complex, high-risk enterprise initiatives
Nice-to-Have Skills
Ontario Public Sector (OPS) experience
Government or regulated industry experience
Cybersecurity certifications (CISSP, CISM, PMP, etc.)
Experience with enterprise security transformation programs
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