Cybersecurity Project Manager (CSPM) (Warsaw, long-term mission) – Frontex

Profile: Cybersecurity Project Manager (CSPM) (IS and Business Strategy Alignment, Product/Service Planning, Documentation Production, Problem Management, Project and Portfolio Management, Relationship Management, IS Governance).

Place of performance: hybrid, 50% remote / 50% onsite. On-site service provision - Frontex Headquarters in Warsaw.

Duration of the mission: 48 months.

Security Clearance: EU Restricted.

Minimum level of education: Level 7.

Minimum English language skills: B2.

Minimum IT relevant experience: 10 years (8 years in similar/relevant positions).

Award Criteria: 50% Price / 50% Quality.

Minimum required scoring for interview: 60%.

Rate: Flexible. The rate offered depends on the candidate’s level, in accordance with the European public grading system. Further details are available upon discussion.

· Estimated NWH: 220days x4 years.

· Estimated EWH: 10days x4 years.

Required technical certificates:

At least 4 certifications are required among:

-At least 2 certifications among Cybersecurity domain:

• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) or an equivalent certification.

• CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) or an equivalent certification.

• CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) or an equivalent certification.

• ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Associate or an equivalent certification.

-AND, at least 2 certifications among Project and IT Service Management domain:

• PM2 Advanced or an equivalent certification.

• Prince 2 Practitioner or an equivalent certification.

• PMP or an equivalent certification.

• ITIL Foundation or an equivalent certification.

-Each equivalent certification must be recognized internationally (subject to acceptance as a valid credential by the Contracting Authority).

Knowledge and Skills

· [01] Comprehensive knowledge of cybersecurity technologies and controls, and risk management expertise (e.g. knowledge of Defence-in-depth and ‘Zero-trust’ Security Architectures; knowledge of security concepts such as cyber-attacks and techniques, threat vectors, risk management, incident management etc.).

· [02] Possesses a thorough understanding of IT and its application to business needs.

· [03] In-depth understanding of legal and ethical aspects of cybersecurity.

· [04] Proficiency in cybersecurity frameworks, regulations, and compliance.

· [05] Understanding of the principles of best practice security as embodied in ISO27001 or NIST cybersecurity frameworks.

· [06] Advanced project management skills, including risk and quality management.

· [07] Strong leadership and team management capabilities.

· [08] Outstanding communication, presentation, negotiation, and stakeholder management capabilities.

· [09] Vendor and procurement management skills.

· [10] Presents excellent communication skills, including the ability to produce high quality written material and presentations for a variety of audiences.

Specific Expertise

· [01] In-depth familiarity with security policies based on industry standards and best practices.

· [02] Broad architectural background with full-lifecycle experience of delivering IT Security solutions.

· [03] Knowledge and hands-on experience in working with project supporting methodologies and tools: PM2, PMP, PRINCE, ServiceNow.

· [04] Knowledge and experience in managing cybersecurity projects for EU classified environments.

· [05] Experience in supporting management of resources, budgets, and priorities for programme/project/portfolios related to cybersecurity investments.

Tasks and Responsibilities

· [01] Manages effectively and efficiently the project within its complete lifecycle and scope.

· [02] Establishes and manages project controls in order to ensure that the milestones are met and project products delivered on time and within scope and the business goals are enabled.

· [03] Assures and controls quality of the project deliverables.

· [04] Identifies, tracks, monitors and communicates project-related issues, scope changes, variances and contingencies that may arise during the implementation of the project.

· [05] Liaise with Project Board and other key stakeholders.

· [06] Assigns and controls the tasks, authorizes work packages, balance priorities and workload in the team, motivates project team members.

· [07] Plans and controls project products delivery processes.

· [08] Manages effective communication within the project and with external environment of the project.

· [09] Produces project management products (like plans, logs, schedules). Defines the responsibilities of parties involved in the project.

· [010] Prepares and presents oral and written technical reports and project presentations.

· [011] Organizes and conducts project meetings.

Travel: By default, travelling in the interest of service is not foreseen for this position/profile.

· Nevertheless, Frontex may exceptionally request to carry out some services at other locations than Frontex Headquarters or other Contracting Authority’s premises.