Security Project Manager
Location:
Basel-Land, Switzerland;
Contract Type:
Freelance
Duration:
12 months contract
Workload and Set-up:
100% with a hybrid mode
(few days a week on-site)
Project details:
We are seeking an experienced
Security Project Manager
to lead multiple cybersecurity projects within a regulated pharmaceutical environment. The ideal candidate brings
proven expertise in IT security and project/program management
, with a strong track record of delivering
high-budget initiatives across global teams
. This role demands leadership, technical depth, and the ability to drive compliance and security excellence
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead planning and execution of all security projects defined in the roadmap
* Support technical teams and engineers in rolling out cybersecurity solutions
* Manage project delivery to European affiliates and ensure compliance with global standards
* Provide regular reporting to management and executive stakeholders
* Drive consensus on proposed solutions and ensure timely delivery with high quality
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams (IT, QA, Compliance) to meet security objectives
* Report effectively at both executive and technical levels
* Apply Scrum/Agile methodologies for efficient project delivery
Required Skills & Experience:
* PMI-certified Project/Program Manager with extensive experience in IT security
* CISSP and ISO 27001 certification (or equivalent)
* Expertise in cybersecurity frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, GxP)
* 10+ years of experience in IT project/program management
* Strong leadership and team management skills with intercontinental project experience
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
* Prior experience with Scrum / Agile frameworks and technical IT project management.
Preferred Additional Certifications:
* ITIL v3 Foundation Certified
* Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
* CMMI (Continuous Process Improvement) experience
* PMO Optimization expertise (metrics and maturity in project management standards)
Sounds interesting? Please apply by submitting your CV and relevant documents.