Senior Cybersecurity Program Manager Posted 06/18/26

Senior Cybersecurity Program Manager San Jose, CA 95134

Posted:

06/18/2026

Employment Type:

Contract

Job Number:

31968

Job Location:

Onsite

Industry:

SEMI - Semiconductor

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:

Senior Cybersecurity Program Manager

Position Description:

Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Senior Cybersecurity Program Manager with our client located in San Jose, CA.

Job Responsibilities:

Lead the development, creation, and documentation ofprehensive IT security policies, standards, and procedures from scratch Collaborate with IT and Security teams to identify policy and procedure gaps and requirements Write and maintain enterprise-wide security policies covering access control, data protection, incident response, and other critical areas Ensure all policies and procedures align with regulatory requirements,pliance frameworks, and industry best practices Review, update, and maintain existing policies and procedures to reflect organizational changes and emerging threat Establish clear, enforceable standards that aremunicated and understood across technical and non-technical teams Document procedures with step-by-step guidelines for consistent implementation across departments Conduct periodic audits of policypliance and rmend updates based on audit findings and lessons learned Facilitate policy review cycles and stakeholder approval processes Program Management & Strategy Develop, establish, and maintain enterprise-wide cybersecurity programs aligned with business objectives and industry best practices Create and execute multi-year cybersecurity roadmaps and strategic plans Define program objectives, metrics, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure program effectiveness Identify emerging cybersecurity threats and trends, and adjust program strategies accordingly Manage program budgets and resource allocation to ensure optimal utilization Cross-Functional Coordination Lead and collaborate with IT, Security Operations, Risk Management, Compliance, and business unit leaders Establish governance frameworks and decision-making processes for cybersecurity initiatives Coordinate with external stakeholders, vendors, and third-party service providers Facilitatemunication between technical and non-technical teams to ensure programprehension Champion cybersecurity culture and awareness across the organization Compliance & Risk Management Ensurepliance with applicable regulatory requirements (CCPA, CPRA, SOC 2, CMMC etc.) Conduct and oversee risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing programs Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and standards Monitor and report on security posture andpliance status to executive leadership and the Board Lead incident response planning and coordination during security incidents Implementation & Optimization Oversee design, deployment, and optimization of security tools, technologies, and controls Manage security architecture reviews and technology evaluations Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the cybersecurity program Document program processes, procedures, and operational guidelines Ensure effective program documentation and knowledge management Reporting & Stakeholder Management Provide executive leadership with regular updates on program status, risks, and achievements Develop and presentpliance metrics, dashboards, and reports to senior management Communicatepliance requirements and implications to business stakeholders Escalate critical issues and risks appropriately

Job Qualifications:

10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 5 years in a program management or leadership role Proven experience writing, developing, and maintaining IT security policies, standards, and procedures from scratch Demonstrated ability to collaborate with IT and security teams to createprehensive policy documentation Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field Deep knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and standards (NIST

CSF, ISO 27001, CIS, SOC 2, CMMC

Controls) Experience with security governance and policy development Expertise in risk management andpliance requirements across regulated industries Strong understanding of security controls, threat modeling, and vulnerability management Proficiency in program management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) PMP or similar project management certification Excellent project management skills with ability to manage multipleplex initiatives simultaneously.

Job Details:

Job Type:

Contract

Pay Range:

$85 - $95 an hour.

Location:

San Jose, CA (Onsite).

Benefits Package:

Protingent offerspetitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-taxmuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.