Cybersecurity Project Manager

Job Advertisement: Cybersecurity Project Manager

Location: South Dublin

Contract Type: Permanent / onsite 3 days a weeks

We are seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Project Manager to join a dynamic Cyber Defence team. This pivotal role will focus on managing and coordinating cyber defence initiatives, including penetration testing programs and regulatory engagements. The successful candidate will bring a strong background in IT project management, cybersecurity governance, and stakeholder engagement across both technical and non-technical audiences. This is a key position that bridges cybersecurity operations with compliance and governance, particularly in relation to evolving regulations such as DORA, NYDFS, and Threat-Led Penetration Testing (TLPT) requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and schedule penetration testing across business units, aligning with operational and regulatory timelines.
• Lead meetings with stakeholders to provide project updates, track dependencies, and resolve blockers.
• Maintain clear communication on testing progress, risks, and future testing plans.
• Monitor and interpret changes in cybersecurity regulations and ensure internal teams stay compliant.
• Manage project tracking for all test requests, plans, and remediation actions.
• Prepare clear, concise reports and governance packs for leadership and steering committees.
• Support continuous improvement across security testing, reporting, and stakeholder communication.
• Utilize existing tooling and dashboards for performance metrics and compliance reporting.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience managing cybersecurity or IT risk projects, ideally within regulated industries (e.g., banking, insurance).
• Understanding of penetration testing, red teaming, and threat-led penetration testing (TLPT).
• Familiarity with key regulatory frameworks such as DORA, NYDFS, and TLPT.
• Excellent communication skills to engage both technical teams and senior stakeholders.
• Strong organizational abilities with attention to detail and multitasking capability.
• Proficiency in project tracking and reporting tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Excel, PowerPoint).