Cyber Incident Project Manager 100% Remote!! 3-6 month Contract – High likelihood of extensions!! **W2 or C2C Rates - MUST be eligible for hire without sponsorship now OR in the future*
Overview:?? Our client, a national insurance company, is seeking a highly skilled and organized Project Manager (PM) to lead their response to a data breach incident affecting their independent insurance agencies. This individual will play a critical role in assessing client impact, managing cross-functional teams, and developing and executing a comprehensive communication strategy. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements while managing communications with approximately 5,000-7,000 stakeholders over a 3-6 month period.
Job Summary:?? Client Impact Assessment
Collaborate with IT and the major incident response team to determine the scope of the breach.
Analyze compromised data to identify affected agencies and clients.
Prioritize response actions based on the severity of impact.
Communication Strategy Development
Work with Legal and Communications (Comms) teams to draft compliant and clear communication templates.
Tailor messaging to the needs of impacted agencies and clients.
Define and utilize multiple communication channels (e.g., email, portals, direct outreach).
Stakeholder Coordination
Align messaging and timelines with the incident response, IT, and client services teams.
Establish a feedback loop for stakeholders to raise concerns and provide input.
Pre-Notification and Compliance
Assess the need for pre-notification in consultation with Legal and IT.
Document and ensure adherence to regulatory obligations.
Data Management
Develop a centralized, secure database to track responses and queries from impacted parties.
Implement tools for stakeholders to select remediation options and provide feedback.
Option Development and Support
Collaborate with Legal and IT to design a set of remediation options for agencies.
Provide clear guidance to agencies for implementing chosen actions.
Reporting and Feedback
Regularly report project status, findings, and feedback to the incident response team.
Adjust strategies based on stakeholder responses and ongoing evaluations.?
Required Skills and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Information Technology, or a related field. PMP certification is preferred.