Cybersecurity Project Manager

As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena is committed to a people-first approach. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well-being, and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.

Are you an experienced Project Manager ready to lead transformative cybersecurity initiatives? Join Ciena’s Security team—a close-knit group of professionals dedicated to defending our company, products, and reputation. With increasing regulatory requirements, security threats, and customer expectations, we’re expanding and tackling exciting challenges to build a proactive security program.

How You Will Contribute

• Lead end-to-end project management for cybersecurity initiatives, ensuring successful delivery from planning to closure.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, budgets, and status reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Security, IT, Product, Engineering, and Compliance, to align priorities and objectives.
• Identify risks, issues, and dependencies, driving proactive mitigation strategies.
• Provide regular reports and metrics to stakeholders, highlighting progress, improvements, and the current state of the security posture.
• Drive continuous improvement in project management practices, governance, and reporting.
• Optimize resource allocation to maximize project efficiency and effectiveness.

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Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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