IT Risk & Cyber Security Project Manager FR

🚀 About the RoleWe are looking for an experienced Cybersecurity Project Manager to lead and coordinate strategic cybersecurity initiatives from initial design through implementation.This is a hybrid technical and project leadership role, ideal for someone who combines a solid background in Cybersecurity Engineering with proven Project Management experience.You will work closely with Enterprise Architecture, Cybersecurity, IT Operations, Development, and other technical teams, ensuring complex security initiatives are delivered successfully while meeting scope, budget, timeline, quality, and security objectives.🎯 Your MissionAs a Cybersecurity Project Manager, you will:Lead cybersecurity projects from concept to implementation.Coordinate multidisciplinary technical and security teams.Translate cybersecurity objectives into structured project plans.Manage scope, timelines, budgets, risks, dependencies, and deliverables.Ensure effective collaboration between Architecture, Security, IT Operations, and Development teams.Identify project and security risks while driving appropriate mitigation actions.Provide clear visibility on project progress, performance, and key decisions.💼 Key ResponsibilitiesCybersecurity Project ManagementManage cybersecurity projects throughout their complete lifecycle.Define project objectives, scope, milestones, deliverables, and timelines.Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans.Coordinate technical resources throughout all project phases.Ensure projects meet agreed quality, budget, and delivery expectations.Maintain strong alignment between technical execution and organizational security objectives.Technical CoordinationCoordinate activities across:CybersecurityEnterprise ArchitectureIT OperationsInfrastructureSoftware DevelopmentFacilitate technical discussions and support decision-making.Ensure dependencies between technical teams are clearly identified and managed.Translate complex cybersecurity topics into clear project actions and deliverables.Cybersecurity & Technical ExpertiseApply a strong understanding of Cybersecurity Engineering when managing projects.Coordinate initiatives involving areas such as:Identity & Access Management (IAM)Network SecuritySecurity ArchitectureAccess ControlsInfrastructure SecurityUnderstand technical security requirements sufficiently to identify implementation risks and challenge proposed solutions.Act as an effective bridge between cybersecurity specialists and project stakeholders.Risk & Issue ManagementIdentify and assess project risks, dependencies, and potential blockers.Define and track appropriate mitigation actions.Maintain clear risk and issue registers.Escalate critical topics to the appropriate stakeholders.Anticipate challenges that may impact scope, timelines, costs, or quality.Ensure appropriate ownership and follow-up of corrective actions.Governance & ReportingMonitor project execution through clear milestones and KPIs.Produce regular project status and management reports.Provide visibility on:Project ProgressMilestonesBudgetRisksDependenciesIssuesDeliverablesFacilitate governance meetings and project committees.Ensure decisions and actions are properly documented and followed through.Stakeholder ManagementAct as a central point of coordination for assigned cybersecurity projects.Maintain proactive communication with technical and business stakeholders.Manage expectations and communicate potential constraints early.Facilitate alignment between teams with different responsibilities and priorities.Build strong working relationships across technical and management functions.Continuous ImprovementIdentify opportunities to improve cybersecurity project delivery.Promote efficient project management and governance practices.Capture lessons learned and translate them into practical improvements.Help teams improve collaboration, visibility, and delivery predictability.✅ What We're Looking ForMandatory RequirementsBachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.At least 5 years of overall experience in Cybersecurity Engineering.At least 3 years of professional Project Management experience.Solid technical understanding of cybersecurity domains.Strong knowledge of:Identity & Access Management (IAM)Network SecurityProven experience managing complex technical projects.Experience coordinating cross-functional technical teams.Strong understanding of Project Management methodologies and best practices.Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.French C1, mandatory.English C1, mandatory.🛠 Key SkillsCybersecurityCybersecurity EngineeringIdentity & Access Management (IAM)Network SecuritySecurity ArchitectureInfrastructure SecurityAccess ManagementProject ManagementEnd-to-End Project ManagementProject PlanningScope ManagementBudget ManagementTimeline ManagementResource CoordinationRisk & Issue ManagementDependency ManagementGovernanceProject KPIsStatus ReportingRisk RegistersProject CommitteesStakeholder ManagementTechnical Coordination⭐ Ideal ProfileThe ideal candidate is not simply a Project Manager working on a cybersecurity project.We are looking for someone with a real technical cybersecurity background who has progressed into project management and can confidently coordinate cybersecurity specialists, architects, infrastructure teams, and developers.A particularly strong profile would combine:Cybersecurity Engineering + IAM/Network Security + Project Management + French🌍 Language Requirements🇫🇷 French: C1, mandatory🇬🇧 English: C1, mandatoryThe position requires regular communication with international stakeholders and the ability to lead complex technical discussions in both languages.🤝 Soft SkillsLeadership & OwnershipStrong sense of accountability.Confidence making decisions within complex project environments.Ability to drive initiatives forward and maintain momentum.Communication & InfluenceExcellent stakeholder management skills.Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.Confidence facilitating meetings and challenging assumptions constructively.Analytical ThinkingStrong problem-solving capabilities.Ability to identify risks and dependencies early.Structured approach to complex cybersecurity projects.CollaborationStrong team-oriented mindset.Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams.Comfortable working across Cybersecurity, Architecture, Operations, and Development.🌟 Why Join Us?Lead strategic and technically challenging cybersecurity initiatives.Combine Cybersecurity Engineering expertise with Project Management.Work directly with Enterprise Architecture, Security, IT Operations, and Development teams.Gain exposure to critical IAM and Network Security initiatives.Take ownership of complex projects from design through implementation.Work in an international and highly collaborative cybersecurity environment.