Sr Project Manager

The objective is to engage a Senior Project Manager through a Managed Services agreement to lead the end-to-end delivery of ABB’s SIEM Transformation and SOC services redesign. This initiative includes transitioning from legacy tools and current Managed Security Services (MSSP) to a modern, scalable, and fit-for-purpose SIEM/SOC operating model.

Scope of Services

The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for:

• Leading the planning, execution, and monitoring of the SIEM/SOC modernization program across all phases:
  • Proof of Concept (POC)
  • Tool selection and validation
  • Managed SOC operating model redesign
  • Implementation and integration
  • Transition to operations and service stabilization
• Coordinating with multiple internal stakeholders (Security Architecture, Operations, Risk, Procurement) and external vendors (SIEM platform provider, MSSPs).
• Driving alignment to ABB’s internal project governance (Gate Model), ensuring delivery of all required documentation and milestone approvals.
• Overseeing commercial and contractual aspects related to managed SOC services, including SLA/KPI definition, onboarding plans, and service handover.
• Managing risks, dependencies, and escalations while ensuring delivery timelines and quality standards are met.
• Preparing and presenting regular executive-level updates to CISO, PMO, and key business stakeholders.

Required Profile & Experience

The external Senior Project Manager must demonstrate:

• Minimum 8 years of project management experience in complex IT/security transformation projects.
• Proven delivery record in SIEM platform deployment and SOC services design and transition, ideally in global or regulated environments.
• Experience managing Managed Security Services Providers (MSSPs) and third-party vendors, including contractual deliverables, SLAs, and performance oversight.
• Familiarity with industry-leading SIEM platforms (e.g., Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, QRadar, Google Chronicle, PaloAlto).
• Strong knowledge of security operations processes, service transition, and ITIL or equivalent service frameworks.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification preferred