Technical (Cybersecurity) Project Manager
About Sungrow:
Sungrow North America is a leading provider of renewable energy solutions, specializing in the development and manufacturing of photovoltaic inverters and energy storage systems. The company offers a comprehensive range of products and services designed to optimize the performance and efficiency of solar power installations. Sungrow North America is known for its commitment to innovation, high-quality standards, and exceptional customer service, aiming to provide sustainable and reliable energy solutions to meet the growing demand for clean power.
The Position:
Sungrow Americas is seeking a Technical (Cybersecurity) Project Manager to drive execution, coordination, and visibility across cybersecurity and IT-aligned initiatives.
This role is responsible for turning strategy into execution - - ensuring that security programs, regulatory initiatives, and cross-functional projects are planned, tracked, delivered, and defensible.
You will operate as the central coordination layer across cybersecurity, IT, engineering, and external stakeholders - - owning KPIs, reporting, documentation, and delivery discipline.
This role is for someone who thrives in complex environments and can bring order, structure, and momentum to rapidly scaling programs.
Key Responsibilities
Program & Project Execution
- Own end-to-end execution of cybersecurity initiatives and cross-functional IT projects
- Build and maintain project plans, timelines, dependencies, and deliverables
- Drive accountability across stakeholders to ensure on-time, on-scope delivery
- Identify and escalate risks, blockers, and resource constraints early
KPI Development & Executive Reporting
- Define, track, and report on cybersecurity KPIs and program health metrics
- Build executive-level dashboards and reporting artifacts (board-ready)
- Translate technical progress into clear business and risk-based updates
- Establish consistent reporting cadence across all initiatives
Governance, Documentation & Audit Readiness
- Maintain centralized documentation for policies, projects, controls, and evidence
- Ensure all initiatives are audit-ready and aligned to regulatory frameworks
Cross-Functional Coordination (Cybersecurity + IT)
- Act as the primary coordination point between cybersecurity, IT, and engineering teams
- Align cybersecurity initiatives with enterprise IT projects and dependencies
- Ensure security requirements are integrated into broader technology initiatives
Process & Operational Maturity
- Establish and enforce project management standards, workflows, and tooling
- Improve program visibility, predictability, and execution discipline
- Introduce scalable processes for tracking, prioritization, and resource alignment
- Continuously identify opportunities to reduce friction and increase throughput
Requirements
- 6–10+ years of experience in technical project/program management, preferably within cybersecurity, IT, or engineering environments
- Proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional initiatives with multiple stakeholders
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity domains (GRC, AppSec, SecOps, Product Security)
- Experience building and managing:
- KPIs and performance metrics
- Executive reporting and dashboards
- Project plans and dependency tracking
- Familiarity with regulatory and compliance frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, NERC CIP, etc.)
- Strong organizational and documentation discipline
Preferred
- Experience in critical infrastructure, energy, or industrial environments
- Familiarity with security tooling and platforms (GRC tools, ticketing systems, etc.)
- Certifications such as PMP, PgMP, CISM, CISSP, or similar
- Experience operating in global, cross-cultural environments
Competencies
- Execution Discipline: Focus on delivery, timelines, and accountability
- Structured Thinker: Brings clarity and order to complex, ambiguous environments
- Operational Authority: Drives progress without waiting for direction
- Translator: Converts technical activity into business-relevant insight
- Resilient Operator: Thrives under pressure and manages competing priorities effectively
Strategic Fit
- Enables scalable execution of the cybersecurity program
- Improves regulatory defensibility and audit readiness
- Reduces execution risk across cybersecurity and IT initiatives
- Frees leadership to focus on strategy, risk, and external engagement
Travel
Up to 10%
Work Location and Status:
- Remote
- No visa sponsorship
Sungrow is an equal opportunity employer. Due to strong interest in this position, Sungrow will only contact candidates who best meet the requirements. Thank you for your interest in Sungrow.
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