Cybersecurity Program Manager

About Hunter Strategy

Hunter Strategy has a unique philosophy to technical project delivery. We treat all our customers like mission partners because they rely on our team to meet their objectives through complex software engineering, cloud operations, and cyber risk management solutions. Hunter Strategy was founded on the premise that IT is 21st century infrastructure - critically important but only instrumentally valuable. Accordingly, our teams look at problems with a single objective: the identification and enablement of the right capability to address the most vexing problems our Mission Partners face. We continue to support our partners' success by leveraging the right technology, with the right plan, and the right team to address tomorrow's challenges today.

 Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Program Manager to provide strategic leadership and overall guidance to a high-visibility, large-scale cybersecurity program. This individual will act as the primary interface between the government and contractors, ensuring successful execution of cybersecurity-related tasks as specified in the Statement of Work (SOW). The Program Manager will be responsible for managing the coordination, performance, and delivery of the project, overseeing resources, schedules, and ensuring compliance with all project and cybersecurity standards.

The ideal candidate will bring at least 7 years of project management experience, including significant experience managing large governmental or civilian cybersecurity programs. They will possess a deep understanding of cybersecurity policies, procedures, and industry standards, and demonstrate the ability to manage multi-faceted teams and deliver high-quality results within strict timelines.

Qualifications

• Certification: Project Management Professional (PMP) and/or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
• Experience:
• • 7+ years of project management experience, including at least 3 years in a Program Manager role supporting large governmental or civilian programs.
  • 5+ years of experience in the Cybersecurity industry, including knowledge of policies, procedures, technical standards, and methods.
  • Proficiency in project management tools such as MS Project, SharePoint, and others.
  • 7+ years of experience in coordinating subcontractors and team members to ensure alignment and project success.
  • Extensive experience in general management and auditing techniques, including identifying problems, analyzing information, and implementing corrective actions.
  • 5+ years of experience in Systems Engineering and Data Analysis task management.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and ensure the technical correctness, timeliness, and quality of deliverables, including implementing corporate and client quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Program Oversight: Provide overall direction and guidance for the program, ensuring alignment with government objectives and contractor capabilities. Manage day-to-day operations to ensure the program meets milestones, goals, and contractual requirements.
• Serve as the primary interface between the government and contractors, fostering communication and collaboration to ensure program success. Regularly update stakeholders on progress, risks, and challenges.
• Lead program planning efforts, manage resources, schedules, and budgets, and implement corrective actions when necessary to ensure successful delivery of program deliverables.
• Ensure that the program adheres to industry best practices in cybersecurity, including policies, procedures, and technical standards. Provide guidance to team members on technical approaches and methodologies.
• Coordinate efforts across subcontractors and internal teams, ensuring all team members understand roles, responsibilities, and timelines. Resolve any conflicts or issues that arise during the project lifecycle.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks to the program’s success, developing contingency plans as needed to address any potential challenges.
• Ensure that all deliverables meet technical and quality standards, maintaining accountability for the accuracy, completeness, a