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For our client in the defense industry in Zurich (Fully remote within EU, with an EU-citizenship), we are looking for an experienced IT & IS Project Manager.
In this role you will be involved working closely with the CMMC Program Lead to ensure successful compliance and obtain the necessary CMMC Certification.
This is a dynamic and challenging role that offers the opportunity to contribute to a critical initiative. If you are a highly motivated and results-oriented individual with a passion for compliance and security, we encourage you to apply.
Your tasks:
- Assume project management responsibility for CMMC, DFARS and NIST 800.171 implementation within the IT and IS/ cybersecurity domain – review and update IT & IS policies, process/ SOPs and execute relevant change management activities that arose from these requirements
- Develop overarching strategy for IT and IS and implement country-wide technical solutions to support the compliance, i.e. enclaves
- Lead development of GRC policies and their implementation
- Strong project management experience at global level:
- Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation
- Monitor project progress, identify potential issues, and implement corrective actions
- Coordinate and collaborate with various stakeholders, including IT, cybersecurity, legal, trade compliance, and procurement teams
- Work closely with an ERP team who is also creating business transformation to assure alignment, efficiency and no duplication of work
- Facilitate regular project status meetings and governance reviews with key stakeholders
- Conduct risk assessments, develop mitigation strategies, and maintain a comprehensive risk register
- Prepare and maintain project documentation, including reports, presentations, and meeting minutes
- Work closely with the Program Lead to align project objectives with the overall CMMC program goals
Your profile:
- In-depth knowledge of CMMC, NIST, and DFARS, including hands-on experience implementing secure enclaves and supporting audit readiness
- Comprehensive understanding of IT and information security, covering infrastructure, cloud, applications, networks, operations, and lifecycle management
- Strong background in IT compliance project management (10+ years), ideally with a focus on cybersecurity and audit-driven initiatives
- Expertise in IT/IS policies, process design, and documentation, with a track record of process optimization and policy implementation
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex challenges and deliver practical solutions
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, capable of fostering collaboration across cross-functional and international teams
- Strategic and adaptive mindset, able to manage uncertainty, drive initiatives forward, and align with evolving business needs
- Fluency in English
- Security relevant function: Excellent, clean personal record is required
- In-depth knowledge of CMMC, NIST, and DFARS, including hands-on experience implementing secure enclaves and supporting audit readiness
- Comprehensive understanding of IT and information security, covering infrastructure, cloud, applications, networks, operations, and lifecycle management
- Strong background in IT compliance project management (10+ years), ideally with a focus on cybersecurity and audit-driven initiatives
- Expertise in IT/IS policies, process design, and documentation, with a track record of process optimization and policy implementation
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex challenges and deliver practical solutions
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, capable of fostering collaboration across cross-functional and international teams
- Strategic and adaptive mindset, able to manage uncertainty, drive initiatives forward, and align with evolving business needs
- Fluency in English
- Security relevant function: Excellent, clean personal record is required
