Security Professional, Security Governance

Syntax is a leading Managed Cloud Provider for Mission Critical Enterprise Applications and has been providing comprehensive technology solutions to businesses of all sizes since 1972. Syntax has undisputed strength to implement and manage ERP deployments (Oracle, SAP) in a secure and resilient private, public or hybrid cloud. With strong technical and functional consulting services, and world-class monitoring and automation, Syntax serves some of North America’s largest corporations across a diverse range of industries. Syntax has offices worldwide, and partners with Oracle, SAP, AWS, Microsoft, IBM and other global technology leaders.

At Syntax, we help organizations modernize complex enterprise environments through deep SAP expertise, cloud transformation, automation, and AI-driven innovation. As part of our continued growth, we are seeking experienced SAP professionals to lead solution design, ensure delivery excellence, and support client transformation initiatives across complex SAP landscapes.

Job Summary

Syntax is seeking an experienced Security Project Manager to lead the coordinated delivery of a portfolio of security-related projects and initiatives across a global security organization and customer-facing engagements. This role is responsible for driving project execution, managing dependencies and risks across multiple workstreams, and ensuring consistent governance, reporting, and delivery discipline. The ideal candidate will bring strong cybersecurity project management experience, clear stakeholder communication, and the ability to bring structure and accountability to complex, cross-functional initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the coordinated delivery of a portfolio of related security projects and initiatives, including internal security enhancements, customer onboarding programs, remediation plans, and cross-functional transformation work.
• Maintain a consolidated view of the security project portfolio, tracking dependencies, shared resources, risks, issues, and priorities.
• Support and operationalize Detection Engineering sprint planning, including backlog organization, sprint facilitation, and delivery tracking.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across Security Engineering, Security Operations, Security Governance, Corporate Security, and Service Management/Customer Success.
• Partner with internal teams such as Infrastructure, Cloud, and Service Management/Customer Success to support successful delivery outcomes.
• Provide clarity and structure to technical teams by bridging project execution discipline with technical delivery needs.
• Act as a trusted delivery lead, driving accountability and maintaining consistent communication with stakeholders.
• Deliver regular programme-level reporting to security leadership.
• Ensure projects follow governance, compliance, and risk-management frameworks.
• Develop and maintain project and programme plans, timelines, communication structures, and reporting dashboards.
• Identify risks, dependencies, and mitigation actions across multiple concurrent projects.
• Facilitate workshops, requirements-gathering sessions, and briefings with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Prepare and maintain high-quality documentation, including charters, status reports, and post-implementation reviews.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience managing and delivering cybersecurity-focused projects and programs in mid-to-large enterprise environments.
• Experience working within a CISO organization or for an IT services company delivering managed or professional security services.
• Proven experience coordinating multiple concurrent projects or workstreams, including dependencies, shared resources, and competing priorities.
• Strong ability to drive project outcomes with clarity, structure, and consistency.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience reporting to senior leadership.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior experience delivering cybersecurity projects.
• Strong understanding of security programs, technologies, and operational processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with one or more of the following technologies: Splunk Enterprise & Enterprise Security, CrowdStrike, Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender, Qualys, or CyberArk.
• Experience supporting customer onboarding programs, managed security services, or security consulting delivery.
• Experience mentoring or providing delivery oversight to other project managers or coordinators.
• Project or program management certifications such as PMP, PgMP, PRINCE2, or Agile/Scrum.
• An appreciation for innovation, continuous improvement, and modern delivery approaches, including automation and AI-enabled services.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent professional experience may be considered in place of a degree.
• Project management certifications such as PMP, PgMP, PRINCE2, or Agile/Scrum are highly desirable.
• Cybersecurity-related certifications are a plus.

Additional Requirements

• Spanish or Portuguese nationality, or a permanent work permit/VISA for Spain or Portugal.
• Advanced level of Spanish and English, both written and spoken.

Why Syntax?

Become a part of our success story and work in a company with exciting innovation projects that are causing a stir across the industry. We recently launched one of the world's most advanced manufacturing facilities based on SAP S/4HANA Cloud and SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud for Execution - for Smart Press Shop, a pioneering joint venture between Porsche and forming specialist Schuler.  

• Competitive, above-average compensation
• Global tourist: With us, you can also work from abroad from time to time
• Flexible working time models, home office
• Attractive benefits, e.g. company pension scheme or various health offers
• A modern environment in which the "you" is part of it
• Open feedback culture, flat hierarchies and a motivated team
• Individual career planning with continuous training and coaching on the job

You see a personal challenge in this responsible task? Apply now - and become part of the SYNTAX team!

Syntax is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.