Technical Project Manager (Risk Management & Risk Control)

Job Title: Technical Project Manager (Risk Management & Risk Control)
Location: Phoenix, AZ (Hybrid)
Duration:12 Months

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager with a strong foundation in Risk Management and Risk Control to lead complex, cross-functional technology initiatives. This role is responsible for ensuring successful project delivery while proactively identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks to maintain alignment with scope, schedule, and budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of large-scale technology projects across cross-functional teams
• Establish and implement risk management frameworks , including identification, assessment, mitigation, and monitoring of risks
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, timelines, and deliverables
• Proactively identify project risks and drive mitigation and contingency strategies
• Ensure adherence to governance, compliance, and audit requirements
• Collaborate with stakeholders, business leaders, and technical teams to align on project goals and outcomes
• Utilize tools such as Jira, MS Project, and ServiceNow for planning, tracking, and reporting
• Drive execution across Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery models
• Provide regular status updates, dashboards, and risk reports to leadership

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field
• 8+ years of experience in Technical Project or Program Management
• Strong expertise in Risk Management, Risk Assessment, and Risk Control frameworks
• Proven track record of managing large-scale, complex technology projects
• Solid understanding of SDLC methodologies (Agile & Waterfall)
• Experience with governance, compliance, and audit processes
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, CSM, or PSM
• Experience working in regulated industries (Banking, Financial Services, Healthcare, etc.)
• Familiarity with cybersecurity or IAM risk frameworks
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Experience with data-driven reporting, dashboards, and analytics tools