Compliance Cybersecurity Operations Manager

Job Title: Compliance Cybersecurity Operations Manager
Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Work Type: Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days remote — office days TBD)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Relocation Assistance: Yes
Security Clearance Required: No
Travel: Occasional

About the Role

Our client is seeking a Compliance Cybersecurity Operations Manager to join their team in Pittsburgh, PA.
This hybrid role offers a unique opportunity to lead ITAR-compliant cybersecurity operations, drive cross-functional risk reduction initiatives, and implement next-generation workflow optimization tools and processes.

This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for candidates with a strong background in cybersecurity operations, compliance, and process improvement within large-scale technology or product development environments.

Compensation

• Base Salary: $130,500 – $191,400 per year
  (No deviation on salary range; final compensation depends on skills, experience, and qualifications.)

• Benefits: Comprehensive health, welfare, and retirement plans

• Bonus Eligible: No

• Overtime Eligible: No

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee ITAR-compliant cybersecurity operations and related projects.

• Manage and mentor a team of project managers and process improvement professionals, ensuring alignment with corporate cybersecurity goals.

• Develop and execute strategies to improve operational efficiency, risk reduction, and compliance.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align workflow tools with product cybersecurity objectives.

• Identify, evaluate, and implement emerging technologies to optimize operations.

• Establish and track operational performance metrics.

• Foster collaboration and mentorship across divisions, preparing future leaders for succession planning.

• Direct and support the implementation of new training and development programs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.

• Minimum 10 years of experience managing key programs or projects in cybersecurity, product development, customer service, or IT.

• Minimum 5 years of people management experience.

• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee) due to access to export-controlled information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.

• Experience in Product Cybersecurity Operations (e.g., Threat Modeling, Pen Testing, Vulnerability Management, Supply Chain Security).

• Knowledge of IEC62443-4-1 and UL2900 cybersecurity standards.

• Experience with enterprise-level tools such as CRM, CCaaS, CMS, Jira, Kanbanize, etc.

Desired Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of software and firmware development operations.

• Experience developing and maintaining cybersecurity policies, procedures, and standards.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, with proven ability to influence senior stakeholders.

• Strong organizational and customer service skills.

• Ability to plan, prioritize, and execute tasks effectively from concept to completion