Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Fortress Information Security is seeking a Senior Technical Project Manager to guide complex cybersecurity projects from start to finish. In this role, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to execute high-caliber solutions, manage project budgets and timelines, and serve as a trusted advisor to clients.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage complex, high-stakes projects from initiation through completion
- Oversee the entire project lifecycle, collaborating with external resources to align customer requirements with company objectives and ensuring successful implementation
- Develop comprehensive IT project plans, including task breakdowns, milestones, timelines, and resource allocations
- Proactively adjust project plans to accommodate changes and manage risks, ensuring timely delivery of project milestones
- Set and manage project expectations with team members, stakeholders, and clients
- Act as the primary point of contact for project updates and proactively resolve any issues or concerns
- Serve as an SME for Fortress products, staying updated on the latest features, functionalities, and client engagement best practices
- Leverage your expertise to advise clients and provide insights on how Fortress solutions can best meet their needs
- Act as an escalation point for complex project and technical challenges, contributing directly to problem-solving and resolution when needed
- Build strong client relationships by representing Fortress in a consultative, solutions-oriented manner during project execution
- Partner with clients to align technical solutions with business needs, providing guidance on implementation approaches and best practices
- Identify opportunities to improve delivery outcomes, including process improvements, solution adjustments, and alignment across stakeholders
- Other duties as assigned
Skills
- 5–8 years of experience in technical project management or technical delivery roles, with a proven record of leading complex projects from planning through delivery
- Advanced knowledge of Agile software development methodologies and hands-on experience with agile project management tools
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Strong time management skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple, competing priorities and maintain focus on high-impact objectives
- Proven ability to solve problems creatively and analytically, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving challenges
- Demonstrated ability to engage directly with technical challenges and contribute to problem-solving beyond project coordination responsibilities
- Ability to independently use and refine AI-driven prompts to enhance the quality, efficiency, and insight of regular work processes
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- This role requires regular travel (up to 25-50% of the time)
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related discipline
- Previous experience in a software development role or environment a plus
- Experience leading or supporting cybersecurity or GRC implementations, including change management and client-facing delivery
- Experience working in client-facing environments with a consultative approach to problem-solving and solution delivery
- Professional certification in project management (e.g., PMP, CAPM, Project+, Certified Scrum Master)
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision plans with employees covered up to 90% with highly progressive options for dependents and families
- Company paid life, short- and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k) match
- Flexible Paid Time Off
- Parental Leave
- Professional growth opportunities through succession planning, up-skilling, and certifications
- Tuition and certification reimbursement
- Employee Referral Programs
- Company Sponsored Events
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