CSAP Program Architect & Strategic Lead

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Commercial Programming Systems, Inc. (CPS) is an Information Technology consulting and staffing company offering a broad range of services aimed at helping our clients deliver high-quality, cost-effective systems.

CSAP Program Architect & Strategic Lead

Location: Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid)

Contract Duration: 6 Months

Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not available.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated CSAP Program Architect & Strategic Lead to design, launch, and operationalize a Cyber Security Advocate Program (CSAP).

This consultant will serve as the primary architect and strategic driver of a security ambassador framework, responsible for leading the program from concept through implementation and stabilization. The ideal candidate will be a proactive leader with exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement, and program management skills, capable of driving adoption across multiple business units and stakeholder groups.

This is a project-based engagement focused on establishing a sustainable cybersecurity awareness and advocacy program that can be successfully transitioned to internal staff upon completion.

Key Responsibilities

Program Lifecycle Management

• Lead the end-to-end implementation and execution of the Cyber Security Advocate Program (CSAP).
• Establish project plans, timelines, milestones, and success metrics.
• Identify and remove obstacles to program adoption and participation.
• Ensure project objectives are achieved within the established six-month timeline.
  
  

Stakeholder Engagement & Recruitment

• Conduct proactive outreach and engagement activities.
• Recruit, onboard, and support Security Champions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across the organization.
• Foster engagement and participation throughout the program lifecycle.
  
  

Training & Content Deployment

• Manage the rollout of cybersecurity awareness and ambassador training materials.
• Ensure training content is engaging, accessible, and effectively utilized.
• Develop strategies that drive positive security behaviors across the organization.
  
  

Communication & Feedback Management

• Establish ongoing communication channels between ambassadors and security leadership.
• Gather, analyze, and communicate program feedback.
• Recommend and implement program improvements based on stakeholder input.
  
  

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

• Track program participation, engagement, and effectiveness.
• Monitor ambassador activity and recommend corrective actions when engagement declines.
• Prepare executive-level reports and program updates.
  
  

Team Collaboration

• Participate in project and security program meetings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align program initiatives with cybersecurity objectives and organizational goals.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Communications, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement experience.
• Exceptional ability to translate technical cybersecurity concepts into engaging content for non-technical audiences.
• Strong written, verbal, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Experience developing training, awareness, employee engagement, or organizational change management programs.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work independently and proactively drive initiatives to completion.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

The following certifications are valued but not required:

• ISC Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)
• CompTIA Security
• CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA )
  
  

Work Environment

This position follows a hybrid work model and requires periodic onsite attendance in Los Angeles, California. Candidates should be comfortable working with diverse stakeholder groups and participating in both virtual and in-person meetings.

Additional Requirements

• Immediate availability is preferred.
• Candidates must successfully pass all required background screening processes prior to beginning work.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of the contract.
  
  

Commercial Programming Systems, Inc. (CPS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. CPS does not permit or condone any form of discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity by the Company?s managers, associates, or vendors.

Years of Experience Required: More than 5 years

Expected Travel Time: None