Security Project Manager

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Description

Company Overview:

Cohere Health is a fast-growing clinical intelligence company that’s improving lives at scale by promoting the best patient-specific care options, using leading edge AI combined with deep clinical expertise. In only four years our solutions have been adopted by health insurance plans covering over 15 million people, while our revenues and company size have quadrupled.  That growth combined with capital raises totaling $106M positions us extremely well for continued success. Our awards include: 2023 and 2024 BuiltIn Best Place to Work, Top 5 LinkedIn™ Startup, TripleTree iAward, multiple KLAS Research Points of Light, along with recognition on Fierce Healthcare's Fierce 15 and CB Insights' Digital Health 150 lists.

Opportunity Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Security Project Manager to lead and coordinate security-related projects across our organization. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all project deliverables meet the highest standards and comply with security requirements defined by security architects, as well as compliance requirements and internal policies. The Security Project Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful delivery of projects, from defining scope and objectives to managing timelines, risks, and budgets.

Last but not least: People who succeed here are empathetic teammates who are candid, kind, caring, and embody our core values and principles. We believe that diverse, inclusive teams make the most impactful work. Cohere is deeply invested in ensuring that we have a supportive, growth-oriented environment that works for everyone.

What you will do:

• Project Coordination and Delivery:
• Coordinate efforts across multiple teams, including IT, security, compliance, and business units, to ensure project deliverables are met on time and adhere to a high standard of quality.
• Ensure that projects include security requirements defined by security architects, compliance requirements, and internal policies.
• Foster a collaborative environment, encouraging team members to share knowledge and best practices.
• Project Scope and Planning:
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
• Develop comprehensive project plans that outline project phases, activities, milestones, and dependencies.
• Timeline, Milestone, and Budget Management:
• Develop and track project timelines, milestones, and budgets, ensuring projects are completed within agreed-upon timeframes and financial constraints.
• Monitor project progress and make adjustments as needed to meet deadlines and budgetary limits.
• Risk, Dependency, and Issue Management:
• Identify and manage project risks, dependencies, and issues, proactively addressing potential roadblocks.
• Escalate critical risks and issues to appropriate stakeholders when necessary, providing recommendations for resolution.
• Stakeholder Communication:
• Communicate project progress and status to stakeholders regularly, including executive leadership, team members, and external partners.
• Prepare and present project status reports, highlighting key achievements, risks, and upcoming activities.
• Security and Compliance:
• Ensure that all projects adhere to security best practices and regulatory compliance requirements, including industry standards and internal policies.
• Collaborate with security architects, compliance officers, and other stakeholders to integrate security controls and compliance measures into project plans.
• Process Improvement:
• Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance project efficiency and effectiveness.
• Implement best practices for project management, including methodologies, tools, and techniques that align with the organization's strategic goals.

• Your background & requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 3+ years of experience in project management, with a focus on security and compliance projects.
• Proven experience coordinating cross-functional teams and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of security best practices, regulatory compliance requirements, and industry standards (e.g., HITRUST, NIST, ISO, GDPR).
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills, with the ability to manage complex projects and make data-driven decisions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Scrum).
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment and lead security initiatives.  Especially Compliance, Legal, DevOps, Product and Engineering teams.
• Relevant certifications such as PMP, CPD, CISM, CISSP, or equivalent are preferred.

We can’t wait to learn more about you and meet you at Cohere Health!

Equal Opportunity Statement: 

Cohere Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all.  To us, it’s personal.

The salary range for this position is $110,000 to $135,000 annually; as part of a total benefits package which includes health insurance, 401k and bonus. In accordance with state applicable laws, Cohere is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. Individual pay decisions are ultimately based on a number of factors, including but not limited to qualifications for the role, experience level, skillset, and internal alignment.

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