Project Manager, IT Cybersecurity

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?

Job Summary

Location: Atlanta Battery office

Manages the planning, implementation, and delivery of cybersecurity projects and initiatives across the organization. Coordinates technical teams, business stakeholders, vendors, and resources to ensure cybersecurity solutions are implemented effectively, risks and dependencies are managed, and projects deliver the intended security and business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Leads cybersecurity projects and implementations from planning through deployment and transition to operations. Develops project plans, milestones, resource requirements, dependencies, risks, and implementation schedules. Coordinates cybersecurity, IT, OT, business, and vendor resources to ensure successful project execution. Manages project scope, schedule, budget, risks, issues, and dependencies while maintaining accountability for delivery. Ensures cybersecurity requirements and controls are incorporated into project design and implementation. Identifies project risks and implementation barriers, develops mitigation plans, and escalates issues when necessary. Coordinates testing, deployment, change management, documentation, training, and operational readiness activities. Manages cybersecurity vendors and implementation partners to ensure deliverables, commitments, and outcomes are achieved. Establishes project metrics and communicates progress, risks, decisions, and dependencies to cybersecurity leadership and key stakeholders. Ensures completed implementations are documented, sustainable, and effectively transitioned to operational owners.

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

Required Education & Experience

Bachelor's Degree

Specialized Degree: Computer Science, Information Systems or related field

8-11 Years of Experience

Field(s) of Expertise:

Cybersecurity, information technology, project management, technology implementation, or a related field.

Experience leading complex technology or cybersecurity projects and implementations.

Preferred Education & Experience

Master's degree

12-14 Years of Experience

Field(s) of Expertise: Experience delivering cybersecurity solutions within IT and OT/manufacturing environments.

Certificates/Licenses: PMP, CISSP, CISM, or other relevant project management or cybersecurity certification.

Spans of Control

Does this role manage Southwire team members: No

Travel

Domestic - less than 20% of time

Competencies

Action Oriented

Balances Stakeholders

Collaborates

Customer Focus

Nimble Learning

Plans and Aligns

Skills

Agile Methodology

Analytical Skills

Change Management

Project Implementation

Project Planning

Project Scoping

Risk Management

Stakeholder Management

System Implementation

Vendor Management

Benefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching

• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)

• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

• Long & Short-Term Disability

• Supplemental Insurance Plans

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Referral Program

• Tuition Reimbursement Programs

• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities

• Parental Leave

• & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.