Technical Program Director - Information Security

Title : Technical Program Director - Infrastructure / Cyber Security Location : Philadelphia, PA (Remote) Type : Temp to perm or perm Description Our healthcare client is seeking a Technical Program Director who will manage a portfolio of projects and a group of 3-5 Project Managers (each managing multiple multi-million-dollar projects). Must be a seasoned information technology security leader and subject matter expert who has experience in the execution and leadership of large-scale infrastructure, information security, and cybersecurity projects and programs. Key Accountabilities: Oversees management of a portfolio of related projects; leads and manages large complex projects or a series of projects with significant risk. Manages and tracks aggregate budget and resources, reconciles shortages and overages in individual budgets, implements project budget controls as needed, and facilitates program audits. Works with Executive Sponsors and Program Managers to define project scopes, resolve critical issues, mitigate risks, establish and monitor appropriate project budgets, and ensure that program management goals and objectives are successfully completed in compliance with organizational and project management practices, standards and policies. Collaborates with HR and DTS Resource Managers to identify and select project personnel; communicates the project vision and individual roles to team members; and manages resources, vendors, and all relevant parties. Monitors project progress, resolves associated issues and mitigates risks, and ensures that stakeholders remain informed and actively involved in the project's timely completion. Generates and distributes program status reports and metrics for all affiliated stakeholders. Provides business input to top management, PMO and key stakeholders on decisions to initiate new projects and discontinue existing projects. Negotiates contracts and manages vendor relationships relative to project portfolio. Collaborates with the PMO on continuing development of best practice project management tools and techniques. Manages, coaches and mentors project managers. Understands and complies with all enterprise and IS departmental information security policies, procedures, and standards. Supports the integration of information security in the development, design, and implementation of Technology Resources that process, transmit, or store company information. Supports all compliance activities related to state, federal regulatory requirements, healthcare accreditation standards, and all other applicable regulations that govern the use and disclosure of financial or other confidential information. Required Skills: Bachelor's degree in Business, Healthcare IT, or related field is required. Master's degree in Business Administration, Health Administration, or additional disciplines is preferred. At least fifteen (15) years solid experience as project manager in medium-to-large, complex projects with increasing responsibilities. At least three (3) years of Program Management responsibilities, with experience in large complex programs required. Experience designing, developing, delivering, and managing infrastructure, cybersecurity, and information security solutions and teams with five or more team members in a production environment. Project Management Certification (PMP) - Project Management Institute (PMI) is required upon hire. Project Management Institute (PMI) membership is required upon hire. Expertise at establishing complex technical project plans, driving projects from start to finish, creating realistic schedules, setting customer expectations, proactively identifying, and managing risks, and adjusting to changing priorities. Ability to manage people who are running simultaneous projects of a highly complex nature. Proven ability to manage internal and external stakeholders, at all levels, with maturity and credibility. Able to drive collaboration harmoniously with diverse teams. Exceptionally strong written and verbal communication skills. Healthcare experience required. Hospital experience is preferred. Work is 80% remote with ability to work on-site in Philadelphia 20% of time.