Cybersecurity Project Manager – PCI

Title;Cybersecurity Project Manager – PCI

Location  - Long Island NY- Must go into an office 3 days a week

Duration - Up to 12 Months

Description - A PCI gap analysis has already been completed, and they need a PCI SME to help the company better understanding the findings and lead remediation.  The candidates must be PCI SME with a project management background.

·                     Documentation & Gap Analysis: Review, and analyze PCI-required documentation to ensure quality and suitability. Identify security gaps and non-compliance risks.

·                     Remediation Management: Provide strategic guidance and oversee remediation activities, including the design of compensating controls.

Project Management & Delivery

·                     Project Planning: Develop project scopes, objectives, timelines, and resource allocation plans.

·                     Milestone Tracking: Monitor and communicate critical path activities to ensure deliverables are met per security and business requirements.

·                     Cross-Functional Coordination: Act as the primary liaison between internal stakeholders, executive sponsors, and external QSAs.

·                     Risk & Issue Mitigation: Proactively identify roadblocks and execute mitigation strategies for timeline, scope, or cost issues.

Qualifications & Requirements

·                     Education & Certifications: BS in Computer Science, Information Security, Business, or a related field. Professional certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional) and security credentials (e.g., PCIP, ISA, CISSP, or CISM) are highly desired.

·                     Experience: 5 years of experience in information security, IT compliance, or audit roles, combined with at least 3 years of formal project management experience.

·                     PCI Knowledge: Deep, working knowledge of PCI DSS requirements, validation procedures, and reporting. Familiarity with the lifecycle of managing an ROC (Report on Compliance) or SAQ (Self-Assessment Questionnaire).

·                     Soft Skills: Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills. Ability to translate complex technical/compliance concepts into actionable business initiatives