Project Manager – Cybersecurity, APAC

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager – Cybersecurity to manage the APAC delivery of a global Cyber program across a portfolio of security projects. The role will coordinate global, regional, and local stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with global cybersecurity priorities.

ABOUT THE JOB

• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of cybersecurity projects across APAC, covering framing, validation, execution, and transition to Run, in coordination with the Global PMO.
• Relay global project updates, priorities, dependencies, and risks to relevant APAC stakeholders throughout each project phase.
• Coordinate project resources and contributors, including regional and local IT and Security teams, to ensure timely and budget-aligned delivery.
• Contribute to global project steering activities by consolidating regional updates, risks, and progress from local and regional stakeholders.
• Prepare and present regular strategic updates to the APAC ITP Executive Committee and other APAC management committees.
• Manage project resource and financial planning, including budgeting, hiring, and onboarding of project resources.
• Partner with APAC ITP and local territory leads to identify KPI gaps, recommend enhancements, and track improvement initiatives.
• Support wider department initiatives, including budget activities, tool rollouts, and other regional programs.
• Identify project risks, gaps, and opportunities and provide data-driven recommendations to support management decisions.

ABOUT YOU

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field; a Master’s degree is an advantage.
• 8+ years of experience delivering security-focused projects within multinational organizations, such as banking, consulting, or technology environments.
• Previous experience within the banking sector.
• Proven experience managing complex programs involving multiple cross-regional and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Good knowledge of cybersecurity activities and previous exposure to cyber or security-related projects.
• Strong project management capabilities across project governance, risk management, resource planning, financial planning, and budgeting.
• Ability to coordinate stakeholders across multiple domains with different priorities and interests.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify risks, gaps, and opportunities and provide data-driven recommendations.
• Ability to synthesize complex information and clearly articulate key issues and recommendations to support decision-making.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to adapt communication to technical, business, and executive audiences.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Outlook.
• PMP certification or equivalent; CISSP, CISM, or CISA would be an advantage.
• Experience using AI or machine-learning techniques in cybersecurity projects, such as reporting or analysis, would be an advantage.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-changing environment and manage tight deadlines.

WHY AMARIS?

• An international community bringing together 110+ different nationalities
• An environment where trust has a central place: 70% of our key leaders started their careers at the first level of responsibilities
• A robust training system with our internal Academy and 250+ available modules
• A vibrant workplace that frequently gathers for internal events (afterworks, team buildings, etc.)
• At Mantu, sustainability is part of everything we do. You’ll have the opportunity to turn your ideas into action and make a tangible impact. Every day, our teams bring our ESG commitments to life, from reducing our footprint to driving positive change within our communities. Through our WeCare Together program, you’ll be empowered to design and lead projects that create real social or environmental impact, with the company’s full support.

Amaris Consulting is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. We are committed to promoting diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. For this purpose, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, beliefs, age, marital status, disability, or other characteristics.

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Who are we?

Amaris Consulting is an independent technology consulting firm providing guidance and solutions to businesses. With more than 1000 clients across the globe, we have been rolling out solutions in major projects for over a decade – this is made possible by an international team of 7,600 people spread across 5 continents and more than 60 countries. Our solutions focus on four different Business Lines: Information System & Digital, Telecom, Life Sciences and Engineering. We’re focused on building and nurturing a top talent community where all our team members can achieve their full potential. Amaris is your steppingstone to cross rivers of change, meet challenges and achieve all your projects with success.

At Amaris, we strive to provide our candidates with the best possible recruitment experience. We like to get to know our candidates, challenge them, and be able to give them proper feedback as quickly as possible. Here's what our recruitment process looks like:   

Brief Call: Our process typically begins with a brief virtual/phone conversation to get to know you! The objective? Learn about you, understand your motivations, and make sure we have the right job for you! 

Interviews (the average number of interviews is 3 - the number may vary depending on the level of seniority required for the position). During the interviews, you will meet people from our team: your line manager of course, but also other people related to your future role. We will talk in depth about you, your experience, and skills, but also about the position and what will be expected of you. Of course, you will also get to know Amaris: our culture, our roots, our teams, and your career opportunities!

Case study: Depending on the position, we may ask you to take a test. This could be a role play, a technical assessment, a problem-solving scenario, etc.   

As you know, every person is different and so is every role in a company.  That is why we have to adapt accordingly, and the process may differ slightly at times. However, please know that we always put ourselves in the candidate's shoes to ensure they have the best possible experience. 
We look forward to meeting you!