KBI: US – IT Project Manager
North Carolina, United States
Job Description
IT Project Manager Cybersecurity & Enterprise Platforms
Department
Information Technology / Cybersecurity / Enterprise Systems
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager / Scrum Master to lead and deliver complex, high-impact initiatives across Cybersecurity, ServiceNow, and other enterprise priority projects. This role blends traditional project management discipline with Agile delivery leadership, ensuring initiatives are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned to business and security objectives.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, adaptable, and comfortable operating in both regulated cybersecurity environments and fast-paced Agile delivery teams. This individual will work closely with technical teams, security leaders, product owners, and business stakeholders to drive execution, remove impediments, manage risk, and provide transparent reporting at the leadership level.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Project & Program Delivery
Agile & Scrum Leadership
Stakeholder & Communication Management
Governance, Risk & Compliance
Financial & Resource Management
Required Education
Required Skills & Experience
Project & Agile Experience
Technical & Platform Knowledge
Tools & Reporting
Preferred Certifications (Not Required but Strongly Desired)
Key Competencies
Key Deliverables
KBI Biopharma, Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and actively seeks to diversify its work force. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.
I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for KBI Biopharma, Inc. to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either KBI Biopharma, Inc. or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of KBI Biopharma, Inc. has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.
I attest with my signature below that I have given to KBI Biopharma, Inc. true and complete information on this application. No requested information has been concealed. I authorize KBI Biopharma, Inc. to contact references provided for employment reference checks. If any information I have provided is untrue, or if I have concealed material information, I understand that this will constitute cause for the denial of employment or immediate dismissal.
Department
Information Technology / Cybersecurity / Enterprise Systems
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager / Scrum Master to lead and deliver complex, high-impact initiatives across Cybersecurity, ServiceNow, and other enterprise priority projects. This role blends traditional project management discipline with Agile delivery leadership, ensuring initiatives are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned to business and security objectives.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, adaptable, and comfortable operating in both regulated cybersecurity environments and fast-paced Agile delivery teams. This individual will work closely with technical teams, security leaders, product owners, and business stakeholders to drive execution, remove impediments, manage risk, and provide transparent reporting at the leadership level.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Project & Program Delivery
- Lead end-to-end delivery of cybersecurity initiatives e.g., risk remediation, compliance initiatives, security tooling, vulnerability management,
- Manage ServiceNow projects, including platform implementations, module enhancements (ITSM, ITOM,), integrations, and process optimization
- Plan, execute, and track high-priority enterprise projects as assigned
- Define project scope, timelines, milestones, dependencies, risks, and success metrics
- Ensure projects align with organizational strategy, regulatory requirements, and security standards
Agile & Scrum Leadership
- Serve as Scrum Master for Agile teams, facilitating:
- Sprint planning
- Daily standups
- Sprint reviews
- Retrospectives
- Quarterly Planning
- Coach teams on Agile principles, Scrum best practices, and continuous improvement
- Remove impediments and proactively address delivery risks
- Partner with Product Owners and leadership to manage backlogs, priorities, and roadmap alignment
Stakeholder & Communication Management
- Act as the primary point of contact between technical teams, business stakeholders, and leadership
- Translate complex technical and cybersecurity concepts into clear, actionable updates
- Provide regular status reporting, dashboards, and executive summaries
- Facilitate cross-functional collaboration across IT, Security, Compliance, Risk, and Business teams
- Maintain detailed roadmaps for key initiatives and provide detailed updates on progress
Governance, Risk & Compliance
- Ensure cybersecurity projects adhere to regulatory and compliance frameworks
- Identify, track, and mitigate project risks, issues, and dependencies
- Support audit readiness and documentation for security-related initiatives
- Enforce change management, project governance, and quality standards
Financial & Resource Management
- Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and resource plans as needed
- Track actuals vs. planned spend and escalate variances
- Optimize team capacity and vendor engagement where applicable
Required Education
- Bachelor's degree in information technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Business, or a related field
Required Skills & Experience
Project & Agile Experience
- 5+ years of experience in Project Management, Scrum Master, or hybrid delivery roles
- Demonstrated experience managing cybersecurity and IT platform projects
- Hands-on experience in Agile/Scrum and Waterfall methodologies
- Experience working in matrixed, cross-functional environments
Technical & Platform Knowledge
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts, tools, and processes
- Experience managing ServiceNow projects or platform enhancements
- Familiarity with ITSM, SecOps, GRC, or enterprise service management platforms
- Working knowledge of SDLC, change management, and release management
Tools & Reporting
- Proficiency with Agile and project tools (Jira, Confluence,)
- Strong reporting and documentation skills, including dashboards and executive summaries
Preferred Certifications (Not Required but Strongly Desired)
- PMP®, CAPM®, or equivalent Project Management certification
- Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), SAFe Scrum Master (SSM), or PMI-ACP
- ITIL Foundation
- Cybersecurity certifications (e.g., Security+, CISSP, CISM) are a plus
Key Competencies
- Leadership & Influence - Leads without authority and drives alignment across teams
- Communication - Clear, concise communicator with both technical and non-technical audiences
- Risk & Problem Solving - Anticipates issues and proactively mitigates risk
- Adaptability - Thrives in changing priorities and high-visibility initiatives
- Execution Focus - Strong bias toward delivery and outcomes
- Organizational Savvy - Understands enterprise dynamics and decision-making processes
- Continuous Improvement Mindset - Drives Agile maturity and process optimization
Key Deliverables
- Approved project charters, plans, schedules, and risk registers
- Well-facilitated Agile ceremonies and healthy sprint metrics
- On-time, on-budget delivery of cybersecurity and ServiceNow initiatives
- Clear, consistent status reporting and executive-level dashboards
- Documented lessons learned and continuous improvement recommendations
- Improved visibility, predictability, and stakeholder confidence in project delivery
KBI Biopharma, Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and actively seeks to diversify its work force. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.
I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for KBI Biopharma, Inc. to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either KBI Biopharma, Inc. or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of KBI Biopharma, Inc. has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.
I attest with my signature below that I have given to KBI Biopharma, Inc. true and complete information on this application. No requested information has been concealed. I authorize KBI Biopharma, Inc. to contact references provided for employment reference checks. If any information I have provided is untrue, or if I have concealed material information, I understand that this will constitute cause for the denial of employment or immediate dismissal.
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