Project Manager - Information Security

Company: Talan Group
Location: New York
Posted on: May 24, 2025

Job Description:

Job DescriptionAre you looking to join a company at the forefront of innovation and transformation? Look no further than Talan!We are seeking a talented Project Manager to join our team and work on Information Security projects. The ideal candidate will have expertise in cybersecurity domains such as access control, risk management, network security, governance, and vulnerability management.The assignment will start ASAP and run until around September-October this year.Role and Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and deliver end-to-end information security projects, including risk assessments, vulnerability management, incident response readiness, and compliance initiatives.
• Lead and coordinate efforts related to PCI DSS compliance, including evidence collection, gap remediation, control implementation, and audit preparation.
• Track, follow up, and ensure closure of findings from risk assessments, internal audits, penetration tests, and regulatory reviews.
• Develop detailed proposals, process documentation, and implementation plans for security initiatives and tooling rollouts.
• Maintain and update a centralized security dashboard to track metrics, project progress, risk status, and audit outcomes for executive reporting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to security policies, controls, and industry frameworks (NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS, PCI DSS).
• Engage and manage third-party vendors or security partners as needed for assessments, products, or compliance activities.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying process gaps and leading initiatives to strengthen security posture and operational efficiency.
• Facilitate regular status meetings, documentation reviews, and coordination with stakeholders across IT, legal, risk, compliance, and business units.As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology and collaborate with a dynamic group of professionals who are dedicated to excellence. You will have the chance to contribute to the development of our Project Manager and Cybersecurity teams and grow your career in a stimulating environment.Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, or Quantitative Finance.
  • 5+ years of project management experience, with at least 2 years in information security or technology-related initiatives.
  • Strong knowledge of cybersecurity domains: access control, risk management, network security, governance, vulnerability management.
  • Experience managing cross-functional teams and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
  • Familiarity with project management methodologies: Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall.
  • Proficient with tools like JIRA, ServiceNow, MS Project, or Smartsheet.At Talan, we invest in our employees' well-being and empower them with benefits, including:
    • The salary range for this role is US$90,000 - US$140,000. C2C is also possible.
    • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
    • 15 days of paid vacation per year at hire and up to 27 according to seniority (annual untaken vacation days are cashed out).
    • 8 paid holidays + 5 sick days + 2 personal days per year.
    • Company health, dental, and vision insurance plans + FSA.
    • Voluntary STD and LTD.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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