Background
Positka is a Singapore based boutique consulting firm with blue chip multinational clients. Positka provides results focused high value support to clients in the functional areas of Cybersecurity, IT Consulting, Technology Delivery, Analytics and Business Transformation services.
We are seeking a Project Manager with a robust technical background ideally with expertise in the security domain. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of security controls, including firewalls, Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), and various security tools. This role is pivotal in owning the delivery of quality work to our customers and providing technical guidance to the team to ensure the successful execution of security projects.
Positka is committed to investing in best-in-class training / certifications and providing opportunities to work on cutting edge projects in Cloud, Cybersecurity, Big Data and AI /ML based solutions at leading customer organizations globally.
Role Description
The Project Manager is accountable for end-to-end delivery of programs and projects to meet customer needs, and responsible for customer relationships across their span of control. Projects will be primarily in the Cybersecurity space and range across various functional domains such as SIEM, SOAR, Cloud Security, Endpoint security, Data security, Security consulting, Managed services, and much more. Specifically:
- Take full ownership of the project lifecycle, from initiation to delivery, ensuring that all project objectives and customer expectations are met
- Convert the requirements into specific deliverables and credible plans
- Drive delivery of outcomes in collaboration with a large number of stakeholders
- Identify opportunities for business development and extending client relationships
- Ensure the highest quality of work is delivered to the customer
- Provide expert technical guidance on security controls such as firewalls, EDR, and other security tools
- Support the team in overcoming technical challenges and ensuring best practices are followed
- Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of security projects. Ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope
- Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success
- Maintain clear and effective communication with stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status, risks, and issues
- Allocate and manage resources effectively to meet project objectives
- Continuously seek ways to improve project delivery processes and methodologies. Implement feedback loops to enhance team performance and project outcomes
- Must make decisions, such as prioritize relationships to develop, negotiate with customers and overcome obstacles
- Applicant must be a Singapore citizen
The Project Manager will be responsible for driving the execution of strategic projects across key geographies including Singapore, Japan, UK and India.
Experience, skills, education:
- 5+ year’s experience in Project Management role
- Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field. Equivalent experience will also be considered
- Strong understanding of key areas in IT function: IT Infra, SecOps
- Cybersecurity background or experience will be a significant advantage
- Started career working hands-on with a variety of security tools, gaining deep expertise over time to effectively guide and manage a team
- Proven experience working with security controls such as firewalls, EDR, and other security tools
- Strong project management skills: Structured thinking, Proactive, Assertive, delivery-oriented
- Experienced in planning & executing various projects in different execution models (Waterfall & Agile) as per quality standards
- Energetic and tech-savvy, inquisitive by nature, and problem solver, with strong attention to details
- Working knowledge of Project Management applications & MS Office tools
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to convey complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders
Location
- The role location is Singapore
- Ability and willingness to travel will be essential
Remuneration: Competitive to the market
Contact: [email protected]
