Security Sciences Senior Project Manager (Cybersecurity) Brooklyn, NY - Hybrid

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OTI Cyber Command s Security Sciences division is seeking a Senior Project Manager (Project Manager Level 3) to lead complex, citywide cybersecurity initiatives and technology deployments. The role focuses on portfolio-level delivery of cybersecurity programs across multiple NYC agencies, aligning projects with Citywide Cybersecurity priorities.

Work location and schedule

• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0">Title: Security Sciences Senior Project Manager Project Manager Level 3
• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0">Location: 15 MetroTech Center (MTC), 16th Floor, Brooklyn, NY (Hybrid)
• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0">Schedule: 3 days onsite / 2 days remote per week (subject to change based on agency needs)
• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0">Hours: Monday Friday, 35 hours per week (mandatory unpaid meal break after 6 hours)
• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0">Duration: 1 year; 1,820 hours
  
  

Key responsibilities

• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0">Translate Cyber Command leadership s strategic vision into actionable, realistic implementation plans for citywide cybersecurity programs.
• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0">Support tracking and reporting of organizational objectives and portfolio performance.
• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0">Lead daily project and stand-up meetings in line with Security Sciences policies and practices.
• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0">Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and milestones to monitor and track progress.
• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0">Manage Proof-of-Concept (PoC) efforts for new cybersecurity and infrastructure technologies, either as stand-alone projects or within larger programs.
• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0">Perform ongoing risk assessments and cost benefit analyses; identify and resolve issues that may impact scope, schedule, or budget.
• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0">Coordinate and manage end-to-end delivery of cybersecurity services or products to internal customer agencies.
• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0">Oversee vendor and contractor activities, including RFI/RFP input, vendor selection, work-plan development, budget tracking, and issue escalation.
• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0">Provide weekly status reports, metrics, and dashboards to leadership and key stakeholders.
• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0">Liaise with legal, contracting, finance, communications, and technical teams to ensure multi-functional alignment.
• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0">Build and maintain strong professional relationships with agency contacts, external partners, and information-sharing entities.
  
  

Required Qualifications

Candidates who do not meet all mandatory requirements will not be considered.

• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0">Minimum 8 years of experience managing technical projects in complex environments.
• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0">Minimum 1 year of hands-on Agile project or program management experience (e.g., Scrum/Kanban).
• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0">Minimum 1 year of experience managing DMARC implementation projects or programs.
• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0">Minimum 1 year of experience managing enterprise email security projects/programs (e.g., secure email gateways, phishing controls, advanced email threat protection).
• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0">Minimum 1 year of experience managing projects related to network intelligence and network security monitoring.
• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0">Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems Management, Business Administration, or closely related field (or significant coursework in these areas).
• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0">Prior experience working with local, state, or federal government entities (agency, contractor, or vendor role).
• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0">Experience using modern project and work-tracking tools such as Jira, Salesforce, ServiceNow, or similar platforms to manage technical projects.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0">Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex technical topics to non-technical stakeholders.
• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0">Industry-recognized project management certifications (e.g., PMP, CSM, CSP-SM).
• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0">Industry-recognized cybersecurity certifications (e.g., Security , CISM, CISSP, GIAC).
  
  

Additional Requirements

• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0">Interview process will include a remote, on-camera interview and a secondary in-person interview.
• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0">Degree(s) and certification(s) will be verified prior to onboarding.
• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0">Background check required; any red flags will be reviewed with the hiring team.
• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0">Ability to provide occasional support outside core business hours to support a 24/7/365 operation.
  
  

If you meet the requirements and are interested in helping secure critical citywide systems, please apply with your updated resume.