Link Technologies
Technical Project Manager (GIS/IT Ops and M&A)
Link Technologies - Las Vegas, Nevada, us, 89105
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Link Technologies (LinkTechConsulting.com), a Las Vegas-based IT consulting firm, is currently seeking a Technical Project Manager (GIS/IT Ops and M&A) to join our team.
JOB SUMMARY This role requires a seasoned technical project manager with deep expertise in Agile methodologies to lead complex projects across cybersecurity, M&A integration, and IT operations. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Agile project management, information security, IT system integration during M&A, and IT infrastructure. This position needs a strategic leader with excellent communication and problem-solving skills, capable of driving technical projects to completion while guiding self-organizing teams and managing executive stakeholders in an adaptive environment.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, or a related field. Master's degree preferred. CSM (Certified ScrumMaster), PSM I (Professional Scrum Master I), or other equivalent Agile Project Management certification is REQUIRED. Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in technical project management. Minimum of five (5) years of direct experience managing projects in cybersecurity, M&A IT integration, and/or IT operations using Agile methodologies. Established history of delivering complex, cross-functional technical projects on time and within budget in an Agile setting. Proven experience with the M&A lifecycle, especially in integration planning and execution, with knowledge of applying Agile to these stages. Comprehensive practical knowledge of multiple cybersecurity domains (e.g., network security, endpoint security, identity and access management, incident response, vulnerability management, cloud security). Thorough understanding of IT infrastructure elements (networking, servers, storage, virtualization, cloud platforms). HIGHLY PREFERRED PMP (Project Management Professional - especially if experienced with Agile at Scale), SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) certification, or similar. CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) ITIL Foundation or higher RESPONSIBILITIES Agile Project Leadership and Management
Serve as a champion for Agile principles, practices, and values within project teams. Lead the planning, execution, and closure of complex technical projects across cybersecurity, M&A integration, and IT operations domains, primarily utilizing Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, etc.). Facilitate Agile ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. Work with product owners (or equivalent) to define, prioritize, and manage product backlogs and sprint backlogs ensuring clear user stories and acceptance criteria. Empower and support self-organizing, cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality increments iteratively. Identify, track, and mitigate project risks and impediments escalating as necessary to remove blockers for the team. Manage project budgets and resource allocation within an Agile context ensuring value delivery within financial constraints. Foster transparent communication and collaboration among project teams, stakeholders, and senior management. Drive continuous improvement within the team and processes through regular retrospectives and feedback loops. Cybersecurity Focus Manage and oversee cybersecurity projects, including but not limited to:
Agile implementation of security controls (e.g., SIEM, EDR, IAM, DLP). Iterative security hardening initiatives. Managing backlog items for vulnerability management and penetration testing remediation. Agile development and deployment of security awareness training programs. Developing and iterating on incident response plans and running tabletop exercises. Managing compliance projects (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, HIPAA, PCI-DSS) using an Agile approach for control implementation and auditing.
Collaborate with security architects, engineers, and analysts to ensure project alignment with security strategies and policies, integrating security by design. Understand and articulate cybersecurity risks and their potential impact on business operations to the team and stakeholders. IT Operations and Infrastructure Management Oversee projects related to IT infrastructure enhancements, upgrades, and migrations (e.g., cloud adoption, data center consolidation, network upgrades) using Agile principles for iterative delivery. Manage projects focused on improving IT service delivery, operational efficiency, and reliability, with a focus on continuous improvement. Work closely with IT operations teams to ensure project outcomes are supportable, align with operational best practices, and facilitate smooth handover. Understand common IT operational challenges and how project initiatives can address them through iterative improvements. M&A Integration Expertise Lead the integration efforts for mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, adapting integration plans to an Agile execution model where feasible. Develop and execute detailed IT integration plans, covering network, infrastructure, applications, data, and security, breaking down large efforts into manageable sprints. Identify and remediate IT and cybersecurity risks associated with M&A targets, prioritizing remediation efforts. Coordinate the migration and consolidation of IT systems, services, and data using incremental approaches. Manage cross-functional teams (IT, HR, Finance, Legal) to ensure seamless integration, facilitating inter-team dependencies. Develop iterative cutover plans and minimize business disruption during transitions.
Link Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other factors protected by law.
Link Technologies (LinkTechConsulting.com), a Las Vegas-based IT consulting firm, is currently seeking a Technical Project Manager (GIS/IT Ops and M&A) to join our team.
JOB SUMMARY This role requires a seasoned technical project manager with deep expertise in Agile methodologies to lead complex projects across cybersecurity, M&A integration, and IT operations. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Agile project management, information security, IT system integration during M&A, and IT infrastructure. This position needs a strategic leader with excellent communication and problem-solving skills, capable of driving technical projects to completion while guiding self-organizing teams and managing executive stakeholders in an adaptive environment.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, or a related field. Master's degree preferred. CSM (Certified ScrumMaster), PSM I (Professional Scrum Master I), or other equivalent Agile Project Management certification is REQUIRED. Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in technical project management. Minimum of five (5) years of direct experience managing projects in cybersecurity, M&A IT integration, and/or IT operations using Agile methodologies. Established history of delivering complex, cross-functional technical projects on time and within budget in an Agile setting. Proven experience with the M&A lifecycle, especially in integration planning and execution, with knowledge of applying Agile to these stages. Comprehensive practical knowledge of multiple cybersecurity domains (e.g., network security, endpoint security, identity and access management, incident response, vulnerability management, cloud security). Thorough understanding of IT infrastructure elements (networking, servers, storage, virtualization, cloud platforms). HIGHLY PREFERRED PMP (Project Management Professional - especially if experienced with Agile at Scale), SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) certification, or similar. CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) ITIL Foundation or higher RESPONSIBILITIES Agile Project Leadership and Management
Serve as a champion for Agile principles, practices, and values within project teams. Lead the planning, execution, and closure of complex technical projects across cybersecurity, M&A integration, and IT operations domains, primarily utilizing Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, etc.). Facilitate Agile ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. Work with product owners (or equivalent) to define, prioritize, and manage product backlogs and sprint backlogs ensuring clear user stories and acceptance criteria. Empower and support self-organizing, cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality increments iteratively. Identify, track, and mitigate project risks and impediments escalating as necessary to remove blockers for the team. Manage project budgets and resource allocation within an Agile context ensuring value delivery within financial constraints. Foster transparent communication and collaboration among project teams, stakeholders, and senior management. Drive continuous improvement within the team and processes through regular retrospectives and feedback loops. Cybersecurity Focus Manage and oversee cybersecurity projects, including but not limited to:
Agile implementation of security controls (e.g., SIEM, EDR, IAM, DLP). Iterative security hardening initiatives. Managing backlog items for vulnerability management and penetration testing remediation. Agile development and deployment of security awareness training programs. Developing and iterating on incident response plans and running tabletop exercises. Managing compliance projects (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, HIPAA, PCI-DSS) using an Agile approach for control implementation and auditing.
Collaborate with security architects, engineers, and analysts to ensure project alignment with security strategies and policies, integrating security by design. Understand and articulate cybersecurity risks and their potential impact on business operations to the team and stakeholders. IT Operations and Infrastructure Management Oversee projects related to IT infrastructure enhancements, upgrades, and migrations (e.g., cloud adoption, data center consolidation, network upgrades) using Agile principles for iterative delivery. Manage projects focused on improving IT service delivery, operational efficiency, and reliability, with a focus on continuous improvement. Work closely with IT operations teams to ensure project outcomes are supportable, align with operational best practices, and facilitate smooth handover. Understand common IT operational challenges and how project initiatives can address them through iterative improvements. M&A Integration Expertise Lead the integration efforts for mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, adapting integration plans to an Agile execution model where feasible. Develop and execute detailed IT integration plans, covering network, infrastructure, applications, data, and security, breaking down large efforts into manageable sprints. Identify and remediate IT and cybersecurity risks associated with M&A targets, prioritizing remediation efforts. Coordinate the migration and consolidation of IT systems, services, and data using incremental approaches. Manage cross-functional teams (IT, HR, Finance, Legal) to ensure seamless integration, facilitating inter-team dependencies. Develop iterative cutover plans and minimize business disruption during transitions.
Link Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other factors protected by law.