RINA is currently recruiting for a Junior Project Manager – Cybersecurity to join its office in Genoa, Rozzano or Rome within the Aerospace &
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- Defence Operations Efficiency Division.MissionThe Junior Project Manager is responsible for leading projects, overseeing project teams, and acting as a key contact between the company, staff, and subcontractors to ensure successful project completion. This role focuses on high-value projects, ensuring delivery aligns with company objectives and timelines.Key AccountabilitiesBusiness Development and Pre-SalesSupport ore definition of strategic cybersecurity technological partnerships;Translate of customer needs in consulting services (regulatory compliance, cyber security solution design and in‐service management) and/or licensing solutions;Consult with technical departments in the estimation of effort;Project ExecutionDefine project objectives, scope, and deliverables, creating a roadmap for successful project execution;Manage resources, timelines to maintain alignment with project goals;Resource ManagementEngage with department leads to ensure resources are available when needed;Engage technology partners for license acquisition;Client and Stakeholder CommunicationServe as a contact for client communication, managing expectations and building trust;Act as a liaison between project teams and senior leadership, facilitating information flow and alignment;Financial OversightControl project budgets, analyzing financial performance and adjusting spending as required;Prepare financial reports and projections, ensuring leadership is aware of budget impacts;Identify financial risks and opportunities, proactively managing costs to maintain profitability;Risk and Quality ManagementOversee risk management processes, identifying, prioritizing, and addressing risks;Ensure quality standards are met by establishing control measures and conducting regular checks;Lead root cause analysis for any project issues, implementing corrective actions where necessary.EducationBachelor's Degree in Management Engineering or Aerospace EngineeringMaster's Degree in Cyber Security or Computer EngineeringQualifications1‐3 years of experience in cybersecurity with a technical sales role within a project setting, ideally with exposure to cross‐functional teamwork;Specific experience in managing cybersecurity technologies partners. Knowledge of Tenable and Splunk technologies is preferred;In‐depth knowledge of security services (Governance, Risk &
- Compliance, Vulnerability Management, SOC/SIEM);Familiarity with standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, IEC 62443, and regulations;Professional project management certifications are highly desirable (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner, or similar);Good understanding of project lifecycle management, including requirements gathering, risk management, quality control, and change management;Ability to manage contracts, clients, and vendor relations;Fluent in Italian and highly proficient in English.CompetenciesDOMAIN &
- BUSINESS ACUMEN – Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE – Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.WORKPLACE DYNAMICS – Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.FORESIGHT &
- INSIGHT – Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT – Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.