Security Project Manager, Tempus Technologies

Founded in 1987, Tempus Technologies is the expert leader of secure payments at the point of interaction. We're committed to developing exceptional point-of-sale payment integration technology and software solutions to meet the growing needs of our customers' business requirements. As a leader in the industry, we recognize our employees as one of our greatest assets. Tempus is growing and our team is growing with us, allowing for unlimited possibilities for career advancement and the potential for employees to develop their own individual career paths., The Security Project Manager supports the Security Department by partnering with the Security teams and interfacing with external teams and vendors., Project Planning and Execution

• Lead security initiatives including IAM implementation, vulnerability management programs, PCI DSS remediation, and security tool deployments (e.g. Zscaler, SIEM, AppSec tools)
• Develop and manage project plans aligned to security priorities, regulatory requirements, and risk mitigation goals.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including Security Operations, Compliance, Data Governance, IT, and Application teams.
• Drive delivery using Agile/Scrum while ensuring security controls and audit requirements are embedded into execution.

Communication and Collaboration

• Communicate project status with emphasis on risk posture, control gaps and remediation progress.
• Prepare and deliver executive-level updates on security initiatives, including risks, blockers and decisions required.
• Partner with stakeholders across Security, IT, Risk and Business teams to align priorities and compliance requirements.

Risk Management

• Identify, track, and manage security risks, vulnerabilities, and control gaps.
• Partner with Security Operations and Compliance to prioritize remediation based on risk severity and business impact.
• Support risk acceptance and exception management processes, including documentation and approvals.
• Ensure alignment with enterprise risk frameworks and regulatory requirements (e.g. PCI DSS)

Resource Management

• Allocate resources efficiently and effectively with appropriate security domain expertise.

Security & Compliance

• Drive initiatives related to Compliance programs (e.g. PCI DSS, P2PE).
• Coordinate collection of evidence, audit support and control validation activities.
• Ensure projects align with security policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Support change management and governance processes.
• Support coordination of security incidents and post-incident activities, including tracking action items and facilitating retrospectives.
• Partner with Security Operations to ensure security incident response improvements are tracked and delivered.

Quality Assurance

• Ensure deliverables meet security control requirements and audit standards.
• Validate that implemented solutions align with secure design and compliance expectations.

Key Relationships:

• Security Operations
• Security Compliance
• Data Governance
• IT Managers
• IT SMEs and Technical Leads
• Non-IT Tempus Teams
• External auditors and third-party vendors, * Manages the most complex projects from original concept through final implementation and post-project assessment. Accountable for meeting project objectives within established timeframes. May be assigned a single project or a portfolio, requiring extensive planning, oversight, and communication across multiple segments, channels, or lines of business. Typically, project size may be greater than $2.5m.
• Develops strategy, processes, resource allocation, budget, guidelines and support of project management team.
• Partners with internal project liaisons to acquire resources, assigns tasks, directs activities, and controls project execution. Coaches and mentors project team members.
• Tracks and reports progress, analyzes the results based on facts, defines the products of the project, and forecasts future trends in the project. Proactively manages changes in project scope, identifies potential crises, devises contingency plans and recommends improvements based on results.
• Maintains communications for governing bodies and interested parties. Communicates project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:

• Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
• Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

• Experience managing security-focused projects (IAM, Vulnerability Management, Application Security, Compliance or other security related initiatives.
• Understanding of security frameworks (PCI DSS, NIST, ISO 27001, Fed Ramp)
• Experience with risk management, audit processes and control validation.
• Familiarity with security tools and platforms (e.g. SIEM, vulnerability scanners, IAM tools, Zscaler)
• Experience working with cross-functional security and engineering teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field or experience.
• Proven experience as an IT Project Manager with a track record of successful project delivery.
• Strong understanding of Agile and Scrum frameworks, with experience implementing and adapting these methodologies.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Proven problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing project requirements.
• Experience with project management tools and software.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Security Certifications (CISSP, CISM or similar)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Experience supporting PCI DSS or regulatory audits
• Experience with IAM implementations or security tool rollouts
• Experience with Jira and Agile delivery in security environments

This position may be eligible for remote work in select geographic locations, subject to approval by PNC. If approved, work must be conducted from a quiet, secure, and confidential home-based workspace. Occasional in-office participation may be required based on business needs.

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position., Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position., Accountability, Analytical Thinking, Budgeting, Leading Project Teams, Meeting Organization, Project Implementations, Project Scope Development, Strategic Objectives, Strategic Planning, Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Analytical Thinking, Consulting, Effective Communications, IT Standards, Procedures & Policies, Organizational Leadership, Problem Solving, Project Administration, Project Management, Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 3+ years of relevant / direct industry experience. Certifications are often desired. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered., Bachelors

PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.

In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.

To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncthrive.com.