Program Manager - Cyber Security
About PUNCH:
We're problem solvers first & foremost. PUNCH's origin story involves frustration with available INFOSEC tools and techniques—we came up thru the industry using these inefficient tools and decided there had to be a better way. We bring this laser focus on efficiency to every customer engagement.
We have trust as a hallmark in everything we do. PUNCH provides its team members with the maximum amount of ownership over their careers, the direction of the company, and the flexibility & freedom to accomplish their job without interference. Trust requires accountability; we live that, company-wide.
We back each other up. PUNCH is a supportive place to work. We've worked hard to create an environment that makes people better, encourages teamwork, and rewards a “pitch in” mentality.
We give back. To those in need. To the community. To the industry.
Does this sound like you?
Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Program Manager to provide operational oversight and strategic guidance for a large-scale federal cybersecurity engagement. This individual will lead cross-functional teams, ensure alignment with mission priorities, and drive delivery across multiple concurrent cybersecurity workstreams, including 24/7 SOC operations, threat analysis, and modernization initiatives. You must possess a TOP SECRET CLEARANCE.
The Program Manager will be accountable for planning, communication, team leadership, risk mitigation, and reporting activities. This role requires strong program leadership skills, deep cybersecurity understanding, and experience navigating complex federal environments.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and oversee the execution of a large-scale federal cybersecurity program, ensuring alignment with client mission needs
- Manage subordinate leaders and project teams across cybersecurity operations, engineering, and analysis domains
- Develop and implement short- and long-term strategies that meet programmatic, operational, and compliance goals
- Interface with senior government officials and key stakeholders to ensure clear communication, responsiveness, and accountability
- Track project milestones, risks, deliverables, and performance indicators; implement corrective actions where needed
- Support contract compliance, staffing forecasts, budget planning, and resource allocation
- Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture among technical and operational staff
- Prepare executive-level program briefings, reports, and documentation for client and internal leadership
- Ensure adherence to cybersecurity best practices, federal policies, and mission priorities
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree (or 3 additional years of experience in lieu of degree)
- PMP certification (or equivalent)
- 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity with PMP, OR 10+ years of documented cybersecurity program/project management experience
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional and multi-disciplinary teams in a cybersecurity-focused environment
- Strong understanding of cyber operations, federal IT systems, and security compliance frameworks
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience briefing executive stakeholders
Preferred:
- Experience supporting large enterprise U.S. federal agencies
- Familiarity with cybersecurity operations centers (SOCs), threat intelligence, and incident response workflows
- Certifications such as PMP, CISSP, CISM, or equivalent
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