• *Job Title: Lead Project Manager - Governance and Software Applications Security**
• *Location: Los Angeles, CA. Must by hybrid onsite in 2-3 days per week**
• *Salary Range: $130,000 - $145,000 per year + 10-15% Bonus + Company Provided Vehicle
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Lead Project Manager to join our team in Los Angeles, responsible for Governance and Software Applications Security. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in computer science, information technology, or a related field, with a proven track record of success in Applications Security and Compliance, Systems and Data Security.
• *Key Responsibilities:**
- Lead a team of 4-5 direct reports, collaborating closely with business partners, including Information Operations (Inf Ops) and Information Security (Info Sec) teams.
- Oversee the Application Managed Services (AMS) team responsible for customer facing applications.
- Manage systems and security upgrades, infrastructure refreshes, enhancements, and bug updates.
- Govern Release Management processes, ensuring smooth and efficient software deployments.
- Address Technical Debt with a focus on Operations, Compliance, and Cybersecurity.
- Work on .NET and middleware integrations for applications.
- Develop operational reporting and dashboards to provide insights into project performance.
- Collaborate with Solutions Architect to ensure security measures are integrated throughout the project lifecycle.
- Actively engage with infrastructure hosting and information security teams to lead and mitigate cyber risks.
- Understand and manage on-shore/off-shore teams effectively.
- Implement QA best practices throughout the project lifecycle.
- Demonstrate a "Quality Orientated" background, focusing on delivering high-quality results.
- Take on security-related responsibilities, including identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities.
- Collaborate heavily with other areas of IT to ensure seamless integration and alignment with organizational goals.
• *Qualifications:**
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in Applications Security and Compliance, Systems and Data Security.
- Experience with SOX and PII required.
- Strong understanding of governance, security, and compliance best practices.
- Proven ability to lead a team and collaborate with cross-functional partners.
- Familiarity with .NET and middleware integrations.
- Experience with operational reporting and dashboard development.
- Knowledge of on-shore/off-shore team dynamics.
- Quality-oriented mindset with a background in QA practices.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
