Project Coordinator, Cybersecurity

Responsibilities

• Manage the lifecycle of cybersecurity projects, including developing project plans, schedules, and documentation such as RAID logs and Gantt charts.
• Support the PrISM (Privacy and Information Security Management) program, specifically within the Vulnerability Management domain.
• Coordinate project procurement processes, including the production of RFI, RFP, and RFQ documentation.
• Facilitate communication between subject matter experts, stakeholders, and the Cybersecurity Program Manager.
• Assist in the development of business cases, project charters, and implementation plans.
• Organize cybersecurity presentations, training sessions, and "lunch and learn" events for the UBC community.
• Maintain project documentation, track progress, and produce regular status and closure reports.
• Support budget monitoring and reporting as required by the Program Manager.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum of three years of related experience in project coordination or project management.
• Proficiency with MS Office Business Productivity Tools.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Computer Science, or Management Information Systems.
• Experience working within privacy, cybersecurity, or an academic/public sector environment.
• Professional certification in Project Management or Business Analysis.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines under pressure.

About the Company

The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally. UBC is recognized as a leading employer in British Columbia and Canada, supporting a diverse community of students, faculty, and staff committed to shaping a better world through innovation and discovery.