Program Manager

Job Description

We are working with a leading global financial institution that is looking to bring on a Program Manager (Cyber Resilience)   to join their Information Security & Control (IS&C) team. This role is hybrid based in New York City and is a 6-month contract-to-hire opportunity. You’ll be interfacing with cross-functional teams to drive cyber resilience programs that are crucial for the operational stability of a large-scale enterprise bank.

This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned program manager to lead cyber resilience initiatives that directly impact the bank's ability to manage risk and recover from operational disruptions. You’ll be front and center delivering workstreams focused on policies, processes, governance, and technical capability improvements.

Contract Duration : 6 Month Contract-to-Hire

Required Skills & Experience

10+ years of Technology Delivery experience, ideally in the Banking or Investment sector

Strong project and program management capabilities (PMP, PgMP, CAPM, or PRINCE2)

Experience managing multiple, complex workstreams simultaneously

Strong knowledge of governance and frameworks (e.g., COBIT, ITIL)

Experience managing both tactical and strategic cyber resilience initiatives

Ability to work in matrixed environments, influencing cross-functional teams

Strong communication, presentation, and reporting skills

Desired Skills & Experience

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or equivalent work experience

Strong familiarity with regulatory frameworks and internal / external audit processes

Prior experience with Enterprise Architecture, Engineering, Operations, or Risk Management

Experience supporting funding requests, business case submissions, and budgeting

Familiarity with supplier and contractor procurement processes

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown

40% Governance, Reporting & Framework Adherence

30% Stakeholder Engagement & Influence

30% Program Oversight & Resilience Planning

Daily Responsibilities

50% Project / Program Oversight & Tracking

30% Cross-Functional Stakeholder Communication

20% Audit Support & Reporting