Lead Cybersecurity Program Manager

About the job

Job Description A rapidly growing organization in the renewable energy and infrastructure sector is seeking a Lead Cybersecurity Program Manager to spearhead a broad enterprise security modernization effort. This fully remote contract opportunity is available to professionals located in North Carolina or Rhode Island and offers compensation of up to $98/hour.

In this position, you will direct large-scale cybersecurity initiatives that span corporate IT systems, Operational Technology (OT), and connected IoT ecosystems. Working closely with executive leadership, technical teams, and business stakeholders, you will help strengthen enterprise defenses, mitigate operational risk, support regulatory obligations, and advance strategic security objectives across the organization.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned program leader with a proven history of driving complex cybersecurity initiatives, managing enterprise-scale programs, influencing senior stakeholders, and delivering measurable security and risk-management outcomes within large organizations. Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related discipline
• 15+ years of experience overseeing large-scale technology programs, enterprise transformation efforts, or cybersecurity initiatives
• Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional programs involving cybersecurity, cloud environments, infrastructure, enterprise systems, OT, and IoT technologies
• Strong experience leading RFP processes, vendor assessments, contract negotiations, and statement of work (SOW) development
• Experience coordinating security incident response activities, remediation programs, risk mitigation efforts, and audit-related initiatives
• Comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity governance, risk frameworks, regulatory compliance, and security controls
• Experience preparing and presenting executive briefings, dashboards, status updates, and strategic recommendations
• Excellent communication, leadership, conflict resolution, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to manage multiple high-priority initiatives simultaneously within a complex enterprise environment
• Familiarity with Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid delivery approaches

Desired Skills & Experience

• PMP, PgMP, or equivalent project/program management certification
• CISSP, CISM, CRISC, Security+, or comparable cybersecurity credential
• Experience working with NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, and SOC compliance standards
• Background supporting audits, regulatory assessments, cybersecurity reviews, or cyber insurance programs
• Experience leading globally distributed teams and enterprise transformation initiatives

What You Will Be Doing Daily Responsibilities

• Direct enterprise cybersecurity roadmaps and long-term transformation programs
• Develop and maintain governance structures, risk reporting processes, executive communications, and performance tracking mechanisms
• Partner with teams across infrastructure, cloud services, identity management, application security, third-party risk, and data protection domains
• Lead cybersecurity evaluations, procurement initiatives, vendor selection activities, and implementation projects
• Coordinate response efforts during security incidents, including remediation planning and recovery execution
• Manage vulnerability remediation efforts, audit action plans, corrective measures, and ongoing risk treatment activities
• Facilitate executive steering meetings and ensure alignment among key business and technology stakeholders
• Track budgets, milestones, dependencies, resource allocation, and program performance metrics
• Support compliance readiness programs, governance initiatives, and security oversight activities
• Champion a culture of security awareness and risk-informed decision-making across the enterprise

The Offer

• Remote opportunity available to candidates located in North Carolina or Rhode Island
• Contract engagement
• Compensation up to $98/hour
• Opportunity to drive a highly visible enterprise cybersecurity modernization program
• Direct exposure to executive leadership and strategic business initiatives

You will receive the following benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k)

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.