Security Project Manager Jobs

Security Project Manager jobs are open across defense, healthcare, finance, and technology, from associate to senior and program director levels, with specializations in physical security, cybersecurity project delivery, and enterprise risk management. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles196+
Top stateTexas
Top employerConvergint
Top cityAustin, TX
Work type60% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Siemens
Project Manager - Security (Mid / Senior)
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Project Manager - Security (Mid / Senior)
Siemens
Boston, Massachusetts
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$101k - $173k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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American Electric Power
Physical Security Project Manager Associate
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Physical Security Project Manager Associate
American Electric Power
Shreveport, Louisiana
Project & Program Management
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Project Management
Security & Protective Services
$75k - $93k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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New Era Technology
Project Manager - IT / Physical Security
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New Era Technology
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Project Manager - IT / Physical Security
New Era Technology
Remote
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$80k - $85k/yr
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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LONG Building Technologies
Sr. Project Manager - Security Systems, Corrections
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LONG Building Technologies
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Sr. Project Manager - Security Systems, Corrections
LONG Building Technologies
Renton, Washington
Creative & Design
Program Management
Project Management
$95k.11 - $135k.05/yr
Bachelor's degree in construction management
501-1,000

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Security Project Manager
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Security Project Manager
Instrata Technologies, LLC.
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
Bachelor's degree in construction management

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Security Project Manager Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Convergint
    Convergint33
  • IES Communications
    IES Communications5
  • I2G Systems
    I2G Systems4
  • Kastle Systems
    Kastle Systems4
  • ZBeta Consulting
    ZBeta Consulting4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software12
  • Consulting & Professional Services4
  • Education3
  • Banking & Financial Services3
  • Insurance2

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in security project manager jobs.

  • PMP certification or active enrollment in a PMP program
  • Five or more years managing security-related projects end to end
  • Experience with physical or cybersecurity compliance frameworks such as NIST or ISO 27001
  • Ability to obtain or maintain a government security clearance
  • Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project, Jira, or ServiceNow
  • Bachelor's degree in security management, information technology, or a related field

Tips for Your Security Project Manager Job Search

Tailor your resume to the sector

Security project management looks different in federal contracting versus healthcare versus finance. Align your resume language to the sector you're targeting, using the same compliance frameworks and risk terminology that appear in each industry's job postings.

Lead with certifications above experience

Hiring managers for security project manager roles scan for PMP, CISSP, CPP, or PSP credentials before reading your work history. Place your active certifications in a dedicated section at the top of your resume so they're impossible to miss during a quick review.

Target clearance-friendly openings strategically

If you hold an active security clearance, filter openings explicitly for that requirement. Cleared roles attract far fewer applicants, so your application carries more weight. State your clearance level and adjudication date clearly in both your resume header and cover letter.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists security project manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Prepare a scope and budget scenario answer

Interviewers almost always ask you to walk through a project where scope or budget shifted unexpectedly. Prepare a specific example that names the original parameters, the change event, and exactly how you brought the project back on track without compromising security deliverables.

Negotiate around clearance and on-call obligations

Before accepting an offer, clarify whether the role requires you to maintain or upgrade a clearance at your own time cost, and confirm any on-call incident response expectations. These obligations affect your real workload and are worth addressing before you sign.

Security Project Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most security project managers?

The companies hiring the most security project managers right now include Convergint, IES Communications, and I2G Systems, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Defense contractors, large healthcare systems, and financial institutions consistently account for the highest volume of postings.

How many security project manager jobs are remote?

About 40% of security project manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, though the share varies significantly by specialization. Cybersecurity project management roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while physical security and facilities-related project management positions are far more likely to require on-site presence.

How do you become a security project manager?

Start by building a foundation in either physical security operations or IT and cybersecurity, then move into project coordinator or project lead roles within that domain. Earning a PMP certification alongside a security-specific credential such as CPP or CISSP signals readiness for full project management responsibility. Most employers expect you to have led at least one significant security implementation before promoting you to a standalone project manager title.

Can you get hired as a security project manager without direct experience?

You can transition into the role by combining a PMP certification with hands-on security operations experience, even if you haven't held the exact title before. Employers in healthcare and government contracting frequently hire candidates who managed security-adjacent projects, such as access control rollouts or compliance audits, and frame those as qualifying project management experience in their applications.

What does the security project manager interview process look like?

Most hiring processes start with a recruiter screening call, followed by a technical interview where you walk through a past security project in detail, covering scope, stakeholders, risks, and outcomes. A panel or hiring manager round typically focuses on scenario-based questions around budget overruns, vendor management, and compliance requirements. Some employers add a written exercise or ask you to present a mock project plan before extending an offer.

Where can I find and apply to security project manager jobs?

You can find and apply to security project manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing from the page.

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