We are seeking an experienced APAC Program Manager to join our Production Security Office, responsible for IT security governance, risk management, and operations across the Asia Pacific region.

In this high-visibility role, you will manage and coordinate a portfolio of regional projects, acting as the bridge between global PMO teams, regional stakeholders, and local business units. This is not a purely technical cybersecurity role – we are looking for a strong project/program manager with excellent stakeholder management skills who can navigate complex, multi-market dynamics and drive governance across the region.

Main Responsibilities

Manage the full project lifecycle (framing, validation, execution, and transition to Run) for a portfolio of regional projects, in coordination with the Global PMO.
Relay global updates, risks, and priorities to regional stakeholders, ensuring alignment across multiple business units and markets.
Coordinate dedicated project resources and contributors – including local and regional IT and Security teams – to execute tasks on time and within budget.
Contribute to global steering activities, gathering regional updates and risks from local stakeholders.
Regularly prepare and present strategic updates to the APAC ITP Executive Committee and other APAC management committees.
Manage resource and financial planning for projects, including hiring and onboarding of project resources.
Partner with APAC territory leads to identify KPI gaps, propose enhancements, and track improvement initiatives.
Support department activities including budget management, tools roll-outs, and operational priorities.

Qualifications & Experience

8+ years of experience in project/program management within a multinational environment (banking, consulting, or technology).
Banking sector experience is highly preferred – you will need to navigate complex organizational structures and multiple stakeholders.
Regional / APAC experience is a must-have – you must have managed projects across multiple markets in Asia Pacific.
Proven track record of managing multi-market programs with diverse stakeholders, from C-level to operational teams.
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills – you will be presenting to executive committees and coordinating across business units.
Cybersecurity knowledge is NOT mandatory – but familiarity with security operations, governance, or risk management is an advantage.
PMP certification (or equivalent) is a plus – CISSP, CISM, or CISA are also a plus, but not required.
Excellent written and verbal communication in English – French and/or Chinese are a plus.
Strong ability to synthesize complex information and articulate clear recommendations for decision-making.
Financial planning proficiency – you should be comfortable managing budgets and forecasting.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Outlook).
Thrives in a fast-changing environment and manages tight deadlines with composure.

APAC Program Manager Production Security (Banking)