Senior Manager, Security Architecture & Engineering

Role & responsibilities

• Hires, evaluates, and supervises crew. Provides guidance and training as necessary to develop crew. Sets performance standards, reviews performance, and makes informed compensation decisions in accordance with all applicable Human Resources policies and procedures.
• Responsible for delivering software releases relating to the product for the business units, managing the testing, evaluation, and selection of IT vendor products. Works with business clients to determine scope, and develops environmental requirements for each project.
• Works closely with management to develop and implement staffing and operational plans. Effectively leverages various staffing options and manages a global workforce. Participates in the development of short and long term department goals. Monitors and reports on service delivery metrics and overall performance.
• Develops and implements changes to department policies and procedures to meet changing business needs and to achieve department objectives. Identifies opportunities for continuous improvement and evaluates and recommends appropriate strategies and technologies for building products and delivering services.
• Leads quality initiatives to improve the delivery of service levels. Works with senior management in the planning, development, and execution of short and long range goals.
• Presents status, metrics, and department initiatives at meetings with management and project peers. Develops and maintains relationships with key stakeholders to provide long-term collaborations and deliver successful business outcomes.
• Participates in the development of the department budget. Reviews expenses and ensures department operates within budgetary guidelines. Leads the strategy and execution to build, buy, and integrate business technology solutions.
• Ensures staff complies with information technology and information security policies and procedures, and verifies that deliverables meet requirements.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.
• Oversees end-to-end IT project planning and execution to ensure alignment with strategic business goals.
• Leads the software development lifecycle (SDLC), ensuring timely and effective implementation of IT initiatives.
• Identifies and mitigates risks throughout the project lifecycle to ensure smooth execution.
• Manages relationships with external vendors and third-party service providers to ensure quality and timely project deliverables.

Skills and attributes for success

• A team player with strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills
• Constantly updating yourself about new technologies in the market
• A winning personality and the ability to become a trusted advisor to the stakeholders

To qualify for the role,

• Minimum 10 years of experience in IT delivery, project management, or technology leadership roles, with expertise in software implementation and team management.
• Bachelors degree (B.E./B.Tech) in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; Master’s degree in Technology, Business Administration, or equivalent preferred.
• Proficient in IT project planning, SDLC methodologies, and enterprise software delivery.
• Experience in vendor management, risk mitigation, and budget control.
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles and experience integrating security practices into IT projects.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Strong verbal and written communication, facilitation, relationship-building, presentation and negotiation skills.
• Be highly flexible, adaptable, and creative.
• Comfortable interacting with senior executives (within the firm and at the client)