Technical Project Manager, Cybersecurity

WHO WE ARE:

Zinnia is the leading technology platform for accelerating life and annuities growth. With innovative enterprise solutions and data insights, Zinnia simplifies the experience of buying, selling, and administering insurance products. All of which enables more people to protect their financial futures. Our success is driven by a commitment to three core values: be bold, team up, deliver value – and that we do. Zinnia has over $180 billion in assets under administration, serves 100+ carrier clients, 2500 distributors and partners, and over 2 million policyholders.

WHO YOU ARE 

You’re a highly organized and proactive technical project manager (TPM) or technical program manager (TPgM) with a strong understanding of cybersecurity. You don’t just track progress – you help shape it. You’ve worked in complex environments, and you know how to bring clarity to chaos. You’re comfortable driving multiple initiatives, projects and programs at once, keeping stakeholders aligned, and pushing security programs forward without losing sight of the details. 

You’re comfortable working with software engineers, security engineers, and senior stakeholders, and you’ve got a knack for solving problems that don’t have a clear blueprint. You understand how to bridge technical risk and business impact through strategic security program management and clear communication. You’re not afraid of scale, and you see security as a key enabler of trust and innovation – not just a checkbox. 

WHAT YOU’LL DO 

• Own the delivery of security initiatives from kickoff through completion – including planning, execution, and tracking 

• Manage several programs simultaneously, working with stakeholders to ensure alignment on goals, priorities, and plans 

• Develop metrics and status reports that clearly communicate progress, blockers, and risks to leadership and others 

• Manage and coordinate initiatives like vulnerability management, penetration testing, security champions etc. 

• Support audit readiness and ensure that findings are remediated on time and tracked through resolution 

• Contribute to strategic planning for broader security programs, where applicable 

• Ensure alignment of security initiatives with regulatory and compliance requirements (e.g., SOC 1, SOC 2, NIST) 

• Assist in budget planning and resource forecasting for security initiatives 

• Be a humble member of our team 

WHAT YOU’LL NEED: 

• 6+ years of experience in project and/or program management, ideally with a focus in Information Security or IT 

• Project Management Professional (PMP), Program Management Professional (PgMP) or other similar certifications 

• Understanding of to security concepts like vulnerability management, penetration testing, and risk management 

• Experience with agile development or methodology, DevOps, CI/CD and secure development lifecycle practices 

• Ability to clearly translate technical details to non-technical stakeholders 

• Strong organizational habits and attention to detail 

• Ability to manage competing priorities and timelines without dropping the ball 

• Comfortable working independently, but collaborative when it counts 

• Strong risk management mindset with experience facilitating risk assessments and mitigation strategies 

• Familiar with tracking and reporting tools like JIRA 

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

 We’re looking for the best and brightest innovators in the industry to join our team. At Zinnia, you collaborate with smart, creative professionals who are dedicated to delivering cutting-edge technologies, deeper data insights, and enhanced services to transform how insurance is done. Visit our website at www.zinnia.com for more information. Apply by completing the online application on the careers section of our website. We are an Equal Opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.