Project Manager

As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena is committed to a people-first approach. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well-being, and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.

The Security Organization

Security matters at Ciena. The Security team at Ciena is a tight knit group of skilled professionals who share the same passion for defending the company, our products, and our reputation by building a robust and proactive security program. With the ever-increasing volume and complexity of regulatory requirements, security threats, and customer expectations, we are growing and have exciting work planned.

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our Cybersecurity team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing complex projects, coordinating with multiple stakeholders, and ensuring successful delivery of cybersecurity initiatives. This role requires excellent communication, organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project management for cybersecurity initiatives, from planning through execution and closure.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, budgets, and status reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Security, IT, Product, Engineering, and Compliance.
• Manage multiple stakeholders across business units, ensuring alignment of priorities and effective communication.
• Identify risks, issues, and dependencies, proactively drive mitigation strategies.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with cybersecurity goals.
• Drive continuous improvement in project management practices, governance, and reporting.
• Provide regular reports and metrics to key stakeholders, such as management and executive teams, highlighting the current state, ongoing efforts, and improvements in the security posture.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of security awareness and training programs to enhance the understanding of security risks and best practices within the organization.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables. Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk assessments.
• Lead and manage the execution of cybersecurity projects, ensuring that all tasks and activities are completed as planned. Monitor project progress, identify and address potential roadblocks, and make necessary adjustments to achieve project goals.
• Build and lead cross-functional teams, including cybersecurity specialists, analysts, engineers, and other relevant stakeholders. Foster a collaborative and productive team environment to ensure the successful delivery of projects.
• Optimize the allocation of resources, including personnel, technology, and budget, to maximize project efficiency and effectiveness.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field. A relevant Master's degree is a plus.
• Proven experience (6 years +) as a Project Manager, preferably in the cybersecurity or information security domain.
• Strong understanding of vulnerability management practices, tools, and methodologies.
• Strong experience in Agile project management methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) with knowledge and understanding of Agile coaching principles and practices.
• Proven track record of successfully managing Agile projects and delivering results with the ability to plan, execute, and monitor multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency with JIRA, Confluence, and Office 365 for project management and documentation.
• Knowledge of common security frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS, ISO) and industry standards.
• Strong communication skills to convey technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to lead and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or PMP are advantageous.
• Agile/Scrum certifications such as CSM, CSPO, A-CSM, A-CSPO, CSP-SM, and/or CSP-PO are preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity principles, best practices, and industry standards.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001, or CIS Controls.
• Experience managing a diverse team of cybersecurity professionals.
• Strong project management skills, including planning, execution, risk management, and resource allocation.

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