Project Manager (Cybersecurity domain, need AZ locals only)

Client: State of AZ - AZDOHS

Position: Project Manager - Req # 1558

Contract: Until 11/10/2025

Location: 1700 W. Washington Suite 210, Phoenix, AZ, 85007

Tentative Shift Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM (40 Hours/Week).

Closing: 10/18/2024

Hybrid with majority remote. We only really do onsite for monthly all-hands meetings and important events like the elections. 2-3 days per month in person while the rest is remote.

Position Description:

This position is responsible for assisting Cyber Command with the implementation of projects and strategies that promote and support the statewide cybersecurity program. The position assists the Statewide Information Security and Privacy Office (SISPO) with attaining the statewide information security goals and objectives set by the State CISO. This position coordinates the daily operational activities of various projects that support the long term cybersecurity goals of the Department.

Skills Required:

KNOWLEDGE

Theoretical and practical aspects of project management.

Organization s methodologies and tools.

Organization s policies and procedures.

Interrelationships among various internal & external organizational functions.

SKILL

Strong customer service.

Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication.

ABILITY

Balance, prioritize and organize multiple tasks.

Work collaboratively in teams and across organizations.

Synthesize feedback and adjust plans accordingly.

Build strong relationships inside and outside the organization.

Develop and write technical documentation.

Leading team(s) to design solutions for clients.

Skills Preferred

• Advanced project management.
• Learn and apply LEAN concepts, principles and tools used to create and deliver perspectives with fewest resources with continuous problem solving.
• Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK).

Work Experience Required

• Manages multiple medium and large-sized projects, including some complex projects, in support of the Statewide Security Program
• Facilitates the definition of project missions, goals, tasks, and resource requirements
• Leads planning and implementation of projects
• Develops methods to monitor project progress and takes corrective action
• Manages projects based on repeatable standards and practices where possible, but also may require defining new approaches.
• Resolves or assists in the resolution of conflicts within and between projects or functional areas.
• Works cross-functionally to solve problems and implement changes to resolve issues
• Proactively and routinely identifies, mitigates and reports project risks
• Manages and coordinates project budget and resource allocation.
• Manages and coordinates project budget and resource allocation.

Work Experience Preferred

• 3-7 years of proven experience as a Project Manager, preferably in IT or cybersecurity Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously with demonstrated success.

Familiarity with both Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies.

Education/Training Required

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).

Education/Training Preferred

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or similar certifications such as Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), PRINCE2, Six Sigma.
• Agile methodology certifications like PMI-ACP for Agile Certified Practitioner or SAFe Agilist if the company focuses on Agile methodologies.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Client: State of AZ - AZDOHS

Position: Project Manager - Req # 1558

Contract: Until 11/10/2025

Location: 1700 W. Washington Suite 210, Phoenix, AZ, 85007

Tentative Shift Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM (40 Hours/Week).

Closing: 10/18/2024

Hybrid with majority remote. We only really do onsite for monthly all-hands meetings and important events like the elections. 2-3 days per month in person while the rest is remote.

Position Description:

This position is responsible for assisting Cyber Command with the implementation of projects and strategies that promote and support the statewide cybersecurity program. The position assists the Statewide Information Security and Privacy Office (SISPO) with attaining the statewide information security goals and objectives set by the State CISO. This position coordinates the daily operational activities of various projects that support the long term cybersecurity goals of the Department.

Skills Required:

KNOWLEDGE

Theoretical and practical aspects of project management.

Organization s methodologies and tools.

Organization s policies and procedures.

Interrelationships among various internal & external organizational functions.

SKILL

Strong customer service.

Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication.

ABILITY

Balance, prioritize and organize multiple tasks.

Work collaboratively in teams and across organizations.

Synthesize feedback and adjust plans accordingly.

Build strong relationships inside and outside the organization.

Develop and write technical documentation.

Leading team(s) to design solutions for clients.

Skills Preferred

• Advanced project management.
• Learn and apply LEAN concepts, principles and tools used to create and deliver perspectives with fewest resources with continuous problem solving.
• Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK).

Work Experience Required

• Manages multiple medium and large-sized projects, including some complex projects, in support of the Statewide Security Program
• Facilitates the definition of project missions, goals, tasks, and resource requirements
• Leads planning and implementation of projects
• Develops methods to monitor project progress and takes corrective action
• Manages projects based on repeatable standards and practices where possible, but also may require defining new approaches.
• Resolves or assists in the resolution of conflicts within and between projects or functional areas.
• Works cross-functionally to solve problems and implement changes to resolve issues
• Proactively and routinely identifies, mitigates and reports project risks
• Manages and coordinates project budget and resource allocation.
• Manages and coordinates project budget and resource allocation.

Work Experience Preferred

• 3-7 years of proven experience as a Project Manager, preferably in IT or cybersecurity Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously with demonstrated success.

Familiarity with both Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies.

Education/Training Required

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).

Education/Training Preferred

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or similar certifications such as Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), PRINCE2, Six Sigma.
• Agile methodology certifications like PMI-ACP for Agile Certified Practitioner or SAFe® Agilist if the company focuses on Agile methodologies.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.