IT Security & Cloud Project Manager

IT Security & Cloud Project ManagerContract (1+years) | Houston, TX 77002 | 100% OnsitePay Rate: $100-$125/HR W-2We are seeking an experienced IT Security & Cloud Project Manager to lead enterprise cloud security and compliance initiatives supporting a large-scale cloud transformation program. This role will oversee multiple technical projects focused on cloud migration, security architecture, governance, and compliance while coordinating cross-functional teams across Infrastructure, Applications, Security, Data, and Business groups.ResponsibilitiesLead enterprise IT security and cloud projects from planning through deployment and production support.Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, risks, resources, vendors, and deliverables.Coordinate cross-functional teams to successfully implement secure cloud solutions.Ensure compliance with security policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.Partner with infrastructure, security, application, and business teams to align technical solutions with business objectives.Provide executive-level project status reporting, risk mitigation, and resource planning.Drive projects using Agile and Waterfall methodologies.Required Qualifications5+ years of IT Project Management experience focused on Security & Compliance.5+ additional years of IT infrastructure or technology experience.Must have experience leading production cloud implementations or migrations (Azure and/or AWS). Candidates with only proof-of-concept or pilot project experience will not be considered.Strong understanding of cloud security concepts including IAM, encryption, network security, cloud architecture, risk management, threat modeling, and defense-in-depth.Experience implementing and securing cloud environments.Knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and cloud delivery methodologies.Experience managing multiple enterprise-level technical projects simultaneously.Excellent communication, leadership, stakeholder management, and organizational skills.Preferred QualificationsProject Management Professional (PMP)CISSP, CCSP, CCSK, or other cybersecurity certificationsExperience with Azure DevOps, Microsoft Project, or Monday.comExperience working in large enterprise environments with complex infrastructure and security programsThis is an excellent opportunity for a senior technical Project Manager who understands both project delivery and the technical aspects of cloud security, and who has successfully led production cloud initiatives from planning through deployment.