Senior Portfolio Manager – Cybersecurity Strategy & Planning
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Working with one of our top financial clients, this role calls for a Senior Portfolio Manager – Cybersecurity Strategy & Planning. This position offers an exceptional opportunity to develop and execute cybersecurity strategies that support large-scale banking operations. The Senior Director will play a critical role in overseeing complex portfolios, influencing executive stakeholders, and driving long-term cybersecurity and business performance.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and implementation of strategic cybersecurity programs aligned with organizational goals.
- Oversee the planning, execution, and governance of cybersecurity portfolios with budgets exceeding eight figures.
- Partner with senior executives to translate enterprise objectives into actionable cybersecurity initiatives.
- Develop and maintain frameworks, processes, and dashboards to track portfolio performance and support data-driven decision-making.
- Manage interdependencies across multiple projects, mitigate risks, and allocate resources efficiently.
- Design executive-ready reports, presentations, and dashboards to communicate progress, risks, and strategic insights.
- Build and sustain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure alignment and influence outcomes.
- Stay informed on cybersecurity trends, regulatory changes, and emerging threats to proactively adapt strategies.
- Lead and mentor teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and innovation.
- Promote diversity and inclusion through leadership practices, talent development, and fostering a psychologically safe environment.
Desired Skill-Set
- 10+ years of experience managing large portfolios within consulting firms or major banking institutions.
- Proven ability to communicate effectively with AVP, VP, and C-level executives.
- Extensive experience managing budgets with profit and loss responsibility.
- Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills capable of simplifying complex concepts.
- Ability to navigate high-ambiguity environments and adapt to shifting priorities.
- Demonstrated experience in developing strategic roadmaps, performance metrics, and operational efficiencies.
- Skilled in stakeholder management across diverse teams and organizational levels.
Nice to Have
- Experience working in large corporations with 10,000+ employees.
- Knowledge of AI prompt engineering and emerging technologies.
- Familiarity with cybersecurity governance within financial services.
- Experience with change management initiatives and fostering innovation within teams.
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