Information Security Project Specialist - Cloud & InfoSec PMO

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INFORMATION SECURITY PROJECT SPECIALIST
The Information Security Project Specialist will be responsible for supporting the InfoSec project portfolio and the delivery of security projects for the IT department, primarily with a focus on Cloud Security. The role includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and enterprise stakeholders to deliver projects according to plan.
What You'll Do:

• Executes the end-to-end management of security projects: including resource management, communications, training requirements, change management and budget (if applicable).
• Estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals.
• Reviews and recommends changes, reductions or additions to the overall project
• Acts as the liaison between InfoSec and end-users when applicable
• Maintains the efficiency of the project management process such as planning, scheduling, and budget and risk assessment. Identifies and mitigates potential risks
• Work with cross-functional teams and staff of all levels, including assisting in the development, training and assignment of work/projects to team members reporting to others;
• Works well within a structured environment in which team members can work together as an efficient team.

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 7 - 10 years of relevant work experience, including Information Security, project management, and team management.
• PMP-PMI certification desired, or completion within a year of assuming the position.
• Agile certification desired, or completion within a year of assuming the position.
• Security+ or equivalent certification desired, or completion within a year of assuming the position.
• Management of projects in AWS or other public cloud infrastructure desired.
• Project plan development experience, including charter, scope, project management approach, management plans, statement of work, cost estimates, schedule.
• Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills; ability to interface and influence all levels within the organization, including facilitation, consulting, negotiation, and presentation.
• Excellent project management and coordination skills working with multiple stakeholders across several technology platforms and business areas
• Strong technical skills and experience. The ideal candidate has lead projects relating to Information Security deliveries or migrations (ie. Cloud Security enhancements, Firewall implementation, Anti-Virus migration, MDM implementation, OS/Network hardening, etc.)
• Project plan and budget management.
• Knowledge of project management best practices,
• Experience identifying and mediating risk.

Perks & Benefits:
ZS offers a comprehensive total rewards package including health and well-being, financial planning, annual leave, personal growth and professional development. Our robust skills development programs, multiple career progression options and internal mobility paths and collaborative culture empowers you to thrive as an individual and global team member.
We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working. A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on-site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections.
Travel:
Travel is a requirement at ZS for client facing ZSers; business needs of your project and client are the priority. While some projects may be local, all client-facing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed. Travel provides opportunities to strengthen client relationships, gain diverse experiences, and enhance professional growth by working in different environments and cultures.
Considering applying?
At ZS, we're building a diverse and inclusive company where people bring their passions to inspire life-changing impact and deliver better outcomes for all. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and recognize the value that candidates with all backgrounds, including non-traditional ones, bring. If you are interested in joining us, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet 100% of the requirements listed above.
ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.
To Complete Your Application:
Candidates must possess or be able to obtain work authorization for their intended country of employment.An on-line application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required to be considered.
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