Track Lead (Support & Operations)

Position: Project Manager - Zero Trust Network Security
Experience: 8-15 Years
Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead and drive Zero Trust Network Security transformation initiatives across the enterprise. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project/program management, cybersecurity, network security, and stakeholder management, with experience delivering Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA), Identity & Access Management (IAM), and Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) programs.

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of Zero Trust Network Security projects, ensuring successful execution within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Manage project plans, governance, risks, issues, dependencies, and stakeholder communications.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including Security, Network, Cloud, Infrastructure, Identity, and Application teams.
• Drive implementation of Zero Trust principles including least privilege access, continuous verification, and micro-segmentation.
• Oversee deployment of ZTNA, MFA, IAM, PAM, endpoint security, and cloud security controls.
• Manage technology vendors, system integrators, and security partners.
• Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to senior leadership and steering committees.
• Ensure compliance with security standards, policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Facilitate change management, user adoption, and operational transition activities.

Skill Requirements

Required Skills & Experience

• 8+ years of Project/Program Management experience in IT Infrastructure, Networking, or Cybersecurity domains.
• Proven experience managing Zero Trust, Network Security, or Cybersecurity transformation programs.
• Strong understanding of:
• Zero Trust Architecture (NIST Framework)
• Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA)
• Identity & Access Management (IAM)
• Privileged Access Management (PAM)
• Network Segmentation and Micro-Segmentation
• Cloud Security (Azure, AWS, GCP)
• SASE/SSE solutions
• Experience with Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or Hybrid project delivery methodologies.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills.

Preferred Certifications

• PMP / PRINCE2, CISSP, CISM, Microsoft SC-100,CCSP,Certified Zero Trust Professional (CZTP)

Success Factors

• Successful implementation of Zero Trust roadmap and security initiatives.
• Effective management of project risks, budgets, and timelines.
• Improved security posture and reduced access-related risks.
• Strong collaboration across business, cybersecurity, and technology teams.

At HCLTech, you'll supercharge your potential. You'll find your career. And you'll find your spark. All at a place that knows that helping its customers stay on top starts by putting its people first.

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 223,000 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending June 2026totaled $14.8billion.