Project Manager Consultant

Roles/Responsibilities:

• Project documentation & analysis
  • Prepares essential project documentation such as needs analyses business cases and feasibility studies to support security and it initiatives. Maintains comprehensive documentation throughout the entire project lifecycle.
• Project lifecycle management
  • Manages and directs all phases of the project lifecycle-initiation planning execution control and closeout-for small to mid-sized projects with a focus on cybersecurity and it modernization.
• Project coordination & methodology
  • Coordinates and manages projects using established project management methodologies. Defines prioritizes and tracks project requirements to ensure alignment with business and security objectives.
• Work planning & communication
  • Develops detailed work plans and manages project scope budget and schedule. Oversees the execution of communication plans including updates to agency leadership stakeholders and when applicable the public.
• Status reporting & change management
  • Prepares regular status reports and provides updates to project sponsors champions and stakeholders. Coordinates change requests and recommends adjustments to project specifications as needed.
• Risk & quality management
  • Identifies potential risks and facilitates resolution through mitigation strategies. Assists in developing quality management plans and ensures project design and execution comply with federal/state laws agency policies and cybersecurity standards (e.g. nist csf fisma). Other duties as assigned
  • Performs additional project-related duties as required to support the successful delivery of agency initiatives.

• Collaborate with it leadership to confirm priorities identify gaps and support the development and maintenance of the it project portfolio.
• Lead and manage security-related projects across all phases using established project management methodologies.
• Define and track business and technical requirements to ensure alignment with security objectives.
• Develop project scope objectives and milestones in collaboration with stakeholders ensuring technical feasibility and compliance.
• Monitor project progress using tools such as microsoft devops planner sharepoint excel and ms project.
• Conduct regular meetings with team members and stakeholders to ensure alignment and progress.
• Ensure adherence to the agencys it change management process for all production system changes.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation and measure performance using appropriate tools and metrics.
• Identify and manage project risks escalating issues as needed to leadership.
• Promote and enforce agency it and security standards in support of business operations.
• Assist in the development of policies procedures and training that align with cybersecurity best practices including nist 800-53 fisma and sc information security requirements.
• Ensure all activities comply with dph security policies and procedures

Mandatory Skills:

1. 3-5 years Project Management Expertise
   1. Proven experience managing IT and security-related projects through the full project lifecycle.
   2. Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g. PMBOK Agile Waterfall).
   3. Ability to develop project plans manage scope schedule and budget and deliver results on time
2. 3-5 years Cybersecurity Knowledge
   1. Familiarity with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) and related standards (e.g. NIST 800-53 FISMA).
   2. Understanding of information security principles risk management and compliance requirements.
   3. Experience supporting or managing security initiatives within a government or regulated environment is preferred.
3. 3-5 years of working in an IT environment.
4. 3-5 years Technical Acumen
   1. Ability to understand and translate technical requirements into actionable project plans.
   2. Experience working with IT teams on system integrations infrastructure upgrades or application deployments.
   3. Proficiency with tools such as Microsoft DevOps SharePoint MS Project and Excel.
5. Communication & Collaboration
   1. Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to prepare reports and present to stakeholders.
   2. Experience facilitating meetings managing stakeholder expectations and resolving conflicts.
   3. Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams including technical staff business users and leadership
6. Documentation & Compliance
   1. Skilled in preparing and maintaining project documentation including business cases requirements and risk logs.
   2. Knowledge of IT change management processes and documentation standards.
   3. Ability to ensure project activities comply with agency policies state and federal regulations and security protocols
7. Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
   1. Ability to identify project risks and issues analyze root causes and implement mitigation strategies.
   2. Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
8. Professionalism & Adaptability
   1. Self-motivated organized and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
   2. Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities schedules and project scopes
9. Bachelors degree in a relevant field of work or equivalent year for year work experience.

Desirable Skills:

1. 3 years experience working with one or more state of south carolina agencies in a project manager role for information security projects or initiatives.
2. Experience with security and information technology compliance related to CDC HIPPA and CJIS
3. PMP certification OR currently pursuing PMP certification