Penetration Testing Program Manager

Penetration Testing Program Manager

PMO Pen Manager
3 months
Wokingham - 50% on site
£450
MUST HAVE ACTIVE SC

Summary
A dynamic and detail-oriented PMO to oversee and coordinate a Penetration Testing (PEN Testing) program. This role is pivotal in ensuring that testing activities are well-managed, results are clearly communicated, and remediation efforts are tracked across the organisation. While deep technical expertise in cybersecurity is not required, the ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of PEN Testing concepts and be able to translate technical findings into actionable insights for senior stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of PEN Testing engagements across multiple teams and vendors
• Coordinate scheduling, resource allocation, and reporting timelines for all PEN Testing activities
• Review and consolidate PEN Test results, ensuring clarity and consistency in reporting
• Communicate findings, risks, and remediation progress to senior leadership and relevant business units
• Track and escalate unresolved issues or critical vulnerabilities
• Maintain documentation, dashboards, and audit trails for compliance and governance
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to ensure alignment with broader security strategy
• Facilitate post-test reviews and lessons learned sessions
  
  Required Skills & Experience
• Proven experience in a PMO, project management, or program coordination role
• Familiarity with cybersecurity principles, especially around PEN Testing and vulnerability management
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical content for non-technical audiences
• Excellent organisational and stakeholder management abilities
• Experience working in regulated environments or with compliance frameworks (e.g. ISO 27001, NIST, etc.) is a plus

Proficiency in project management tools (e.g. Jira, Confluence, MS Project, or similar)

Additional Skills
- Certifications like PMP, Prince2, or CISM/CISSP
- Experience working with external PEN Testing vendors or consultancies
- Ability to influence and drive remediation efforts across diverse team