Help AG, an e& enterprise company, is looking for a highly experienced and strategic Program Manager to oversee a portfolio of complex Cybersecurity projects within a very large-scale enterprise environment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring program oversight, governance, vendor coordination, and executive reporting of multiple concurrent initiatives while aligning with organizational goals and scope. This role requires strong leadership, stakeholder management, and deep expertise in enterprise cybersecurity to coordinate various contractors, vendors, and internal teams, providing transparent and meaningful reporting to different levels within the organization.
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Responsibilities:
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Program Oversight & Delivery:
- Establish and maintain robust program governance structures, including steering committees, risk registers, and change control protocols.
- Prepare and present executive dashboards, risk updates, and board-level briefings.
- Lead and coordinate multiple cybersecurity and related IT projects across various departments and business units.
- Drive program execution from initiation through closure, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, and quality targets are met.
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Governance & Reporting:
- Develop and deliver executive-level dashboards, reports, and presentations to communicate program status, risks, and outcomes.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, regulatory requirements, and cybersecurity standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
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Stakeholder Management:
- Serve as the primary liaison between project teams, business stakeholders, and executive leadership.
- Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and resolve conflicts or roadblocks that may impact program success.
- Manage vendor relationships and third-party service providers involved in program delivery.
- Stay current with emerging threats, technologies, and regulatory changes affecting enterprise cybersecurity.
Qualifications & Skills:
- 15+ years of experience in cybersecurity, network security, and program management.
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Business Administration, or related field.
- Certifications (preferred): PMP, PgMP, CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent.
- 10+ years of experience in IT program/project management, with at least 5 years focused on cybersecurity initiatives.
- Proven track record of managing large-scale, cross-functional programs in enterprise environments.
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, risk management, and compliance standards.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, ServiceNow).
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits:
- Health insurance with one of the leading global providers for medical insurance.
- Career progression and growth through challenging projects and work.
- Employee engagement and wellness campaigns activities throughout the year.
- Excellent learning and development opportunities.
- Annual flight tickets.
- Inclusive and diverse working environment.
- Flexible/Hybrid working environment.
- Open door policy.
About Us:
Help AG is the cybersecurity arm of e& enterprise (formerly Etisalat Digital) and provides leading enterprise businesses and governments across the Middle East with strategic consultancy combined with tailored information security services and solutions that address their diverse requirements, enabling them to evolve securely with a competitive edge. Help AG has firmly established itself as the region's trusted IT security advisor by remaining vendor-agnostic, trustworthy, independent, and cybersecurity focused.
