Authentication Project Manager / Program Lead | |

Authentication Project Manager / Program LeadJob Title: Authentication Project Manager / Program LeadJob Location: Baltimore, MD 21230Job Duration: 12 + MonthsSkills Required:Knowledge about Authentication across End User technologiesSeasoned experience leading and managing large/complex IT projectExtensive depth in balancing strategic project leadership with daily program managementAbility to lead with initiative; Facilitate progressPerform as a program lead/project stakeholder, and partner with contributors across technology disciplinesDiplomatic and influentialIn depth understanding of both Agile methodology and SDLC principlesOversee the portfolio of projects (plan), and track risks, issues, dependencies across the programExcellent project scheduling and estimation skillsEnsures efforts are executing as needed, and escalates appropriately in a timely mannerExercises pragmatism and an out-of-the-box approach to problem solvingExcels in a fast-paced dynamic work environmentMust be extremely detail-oriented, very organized and value the integrity of the dataMaintains precise, accurate and timely meeting notes, and is adept at actively tracking/managing follow upsHigh proficiency in standard productivity tools (Google Docs, MS Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook)Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including effectively articulating the message in a clear and concise fashion which is audience appropriateCustomer service-orientedFacilitates cross-disciplinary coordinationCompiles and delivers portfolio level status reports and presentationsFacilitates budgeting/cost analysis/funding requestsFacilitates the defining / revising of operational processesSkills Strongly Desired:Experience in Authentication (technologies, controls, processes, security, products)Scrum Master / Agile methodologyIT Security, Cyber Security, Security Operations, Security EngineeringUnderstands the technology infrastructure stackNatural curiosityHave an eye for consistency in reportingKnowledge of PMI approach and application in industrySense of humor