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Cybersecurity Program Director

Lead a high-priority cybersecurity transformation program for a major player in its sector, shaping security architecture and vendor strategy at scale. You will orchestrate complex initiatives from needs definition to compliance and integration.

CONTEXT

Our client, a major player in its sector, is launching a strategic cybersecurity transformation across a complex, distributed environment. Years of growth, acquisitions, and digital acceleration have created a patchwork of security tools, processes, and responsibilities. The board has approved a multi-year program to protect critical assets, satisfy regulators, and build a resilient security posture. The program spans cloud security, network protection, threat detection, incident response, and disaster recovery.

ACTIVITIES

  • Define security needs and target architecture with business and IT stakeholders.
  • Analyze market solutions and establish specifications for major security workstreams.
  • Manage tender phases, vendor evaluation, and procurement recommendations.
  • Assess technical, operational, and compliance risks across initiatives.
  • Oversee prototypes, proofs of concept, and integration activities.
  • Coordinate workstreams such as secure web gateways, SOC operations, network security, WAF, DDoS protection, CMDB, and disaster recovery.
  • Ensure solutions meet regulatory requirements and integrate with existing platforms.
  • Report progress, risks, and dependencies to executive steering committees.

EXPECTED ACHIEVEMENTS

  • A coherent cybersecurity target architecture and multi-year roadmap.
  • Successful delivery of strategic security initiatives within scope, budget, and timeline.
  • Improved detection, response, and recovery capabilities.
  • Strong vendor partnerships and clear contractual protections.
  • Enhanced compliance posture and reduced exposure to cyber threats.

ENVIRONMENT

  • Security domains: Zscaler, SOC, Network Security, WAF, DDoS, CMDB, Disaster Recovery.
  • Methodologies: program management, risk management, architecture frameworks, Agile and stage-gate delivery.
  • Tools: GRC platforms, SIEM, vulnerability management, cloud security consoles, procurement suites.
  • Stakeholders: CISO, CIO, infrastructure teams, external vendors, auditors, and business leaders.