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Project Manager
Discovery Communications
Sterling, VA, United States
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Project Manager - InfoSec
Our Team/Summary
As Discovery’s portfolio continues to grow – around the world and across platforms – the Global Technology & Operations team is building media technology and IT systems that meet the world class standard for which Discovery is known. GT&O builds, implements and maintains the business systems and technology that are critical for delivering Discovery’s products, while articulating the long-term technology strategy that will enable Discovery’s growing pay-TV, digital terrestrial, free-to-air and online services to reach more audiences on more platforms.
From Amsterdam to Singapore and from satellite and broadcast operations to SAP, we are driving Discovery forward on the leading edge of technology.
The Role
This position is to lead various projects within the InfoSec team. Reporting to the Director, Program Manager, this role will provide assistance in InfoSec operations, strategic planning, and monitor the roadmap/plan to report against the progress of the plan. This individual helps in determining the priorities & strategic approach for the Info Sec team and leads initiatives that support the Strategic Plan through work that they help implement.
This role will work closely with Infrastructure, Technical Support, and InfoSec SMEs to coordinate the planning, scheduling, and testing of projects, programs, and training. The candidate will be expected to employ strong technical and organizational skills to coordinate requirements and deliverables with the customer; document best practices; schedule and prioritize tasks; gather inputs and prepare documentation or briefings for/from technical review meetings.
Responsibilities
1. Effectively utilize project management reporting and collaboration tools such as Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Power Point, Visio, Confluence, SharePoint, Microsoft Excel will be required.
2. Demonstrated experience effectively collaborating with multiple levels and facets of internal business teams around strategy planning and development. Strong relationships with individuals and cross functional teams is a must.
3. Provide support such as technical writing and editing of documents, integration of various sources into a cohesive product which may be delivered globally, the preparation of graphical and narrative presentation materials, and establish options for product format and layout for internal and external use.
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Project Management or equivalent field
• 2-4 years of Project delivery experience in a high tech fast paced environment
• Experience managing multiple, concurrent security/technology projects involving cross functional groups
• Must excel at decision-making, consensus building and conflict management. Must be able to communicate and act upon risks appropriately
• Must be able to juggle multiple, competing priorities
• Possess strong analytical and communication skills, a risk mitigation mindset and exhibit appropriate levels of urgency
• Project Management Professional (PMP), CISM, CISA or CISSP certifications a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite of tools, Microsoft Project, Excel, Visio, Word, SharePoint, etc.
• Financial management and ROI analytical skills. Strong understanding of budgets
• Possess effective oral and written communications skills and presentation skills
• Must have the legal right to work in the United States