Security Project Manager

Role : Security Project Manager with Change & Release Management exp

Location : McKinney, TX(Hybrid)

Role Summary Leads the full change and release framework, making sure deployments happen in a controlled, compliant, and predictable way. Acts as the central point connecting engineering, operations, security, and business teams to keep environments stable and change-ready.

Key Responsibilities

Change & Release Management

· Own the full change management lifecycle from request intake to closure.

· Run and coordinate CAB meetings, circulate agendas, and ensure decisions are logged and communicated.

· Validate risk assessments, impact documentation, technical details, and backout strategies.

· Maintain accurate release calendars, deployment plans, and versioning records.

· Track SLA compliance, generate audit-ready reports, and strengthen governance controls.

· Partner with infrastructure, cloud, and security leads to schedule and execute releases with minimal impact.

· Keep release pipelines clean, predictable, and aligned with customer standards.

Project Management

· Drive planning sessions for upcoming changes, releases, and infrastructure uplift initiatives.

· Build and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and dependency maps.

· Coordinate across cross-functional teams to remove blockers and keep delivery on track.

· Run daily/weekly progress checkpoints, highlight delays early, and manage escalations.

· Align stakeholders on scope, milestones, risks, and expected outcomes.

· Ensure documentation, approvals, and communication packs are delivered on time.

· Support post-implementation reviews, root-cause discussions, and continuous improvement cycles.

· Manage reporting for leadership—status, risks, mitigation, and decision asks.

Technical Competencies

· Strong proficiency with ITSM platforms such as ServiceNow and EasyVista.

· Solid knowledge of ITIL v4 Change, Release, Deployment, and Configuration Management processes.

· Understanding of infrastructure, cloud, and hybrid deployment lifecycles.

· Familiarity with CI/CD workflows, release windows, and maintenance planning.

Behavioural Competencies

· Process-first mindset with strong attention to detail.

· Confident communicator with excellent coordination and escalation handling skills.

· High ownership, follow-through, and the ability to manage pressure during critical releases.

· Ability to work with diverse technical teams and keep everyone aligned.

Experience / Qualification

· 6–8 years in enterprise-scale change, release, or environment management roles.

· ITIL v4 certification preferred.

· Experience collaborating closely with infrastructure, cloud, DevOps, and security teams.

· Prior exposure to project or program management is an advantage.