Job Description

Program Director – Expert (Cybersecurity Risk Assessment & Penetration Testing Lead)

Location: Raleigh, NC (Onsite – Local Candidates Preferred)

Employment Type: Full-Time (W2) with accel bi corporation

Interview Type: Webcam or In-Person

Position Overview

accel bi corporation is seeking a high-caliber Program Director – Expert to lead a large-scale statewide cybersecurity initiative focused on technical security risk assessments and penetration testing across multiple counties.

This is a high-visibility leadership role requiring deep technical expertise, strong program management capabilities, and the ability to communicate complex cybersecurity concepts to executive and non-technical stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute enterprise-wide cybersecurity risk assessments across distributed IT environments.
• Conduct internal and external penetration testing , including vulnerability identification and exploit validation.
• Design and implement a standardized assessment methodology , including templates, tools, and reporting frameworks.
• Oversee security evaluations of infrastructure including:
• Servers, desktops, and networks
• Firewalls and VPNs
• Identity & Access Management (IAM), MFA
• Patch management and vulnerability management processes
• Manage and coordinate multi-location assessment teams , ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables.
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and progress reports .
• Communicate technical findings clearly to non-technical stakeholders and leadership teams .
• Identify and mitigate technical risks while ensuring alignment with industry standards.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in cybersecurity risk assessments and penetration testing
• 5+ years leading technical security assessments across enterprise environments
• Proven expertise in:
• Penetration testing methodologies
• Vulnerability assessment tools and techniques
• Security hardening and patch management
• 7+ years of experience managing teams, projects, and deliverables
• Strong experience creating standardized frameworks, methodologies, and reporting structures
• Familiarity with security frameworks:
• NIST
• CIS Controls
• ISO 27001
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical findings into business insights

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with government or public sector environments
• Prior experience managing large-scale, multi-location cybersecurity initiatives
• Candidates local to North Carolina strongly preferred

Important Employment Requirements (Please Read Carefully)

• accel bi corporation does NOT sponsor H1B visas or any employment visas for this position.
• Candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization .
• No OPT candidates will be considered.
• Must currently be on H1B, Green Card, or U.S. Citizen status .
• Proof of work authorization is required .
• Must have relevant work experience within the United States .
• This is an onsite-only position (no remote or hybrid).
• This is a full-time direct employment (W2) opportunity with accel bi corporation.

Submission Requirements

Candidates must provide:

• Updated resume (Word format)
• Three professional references including:
• Name
• Title
• Company
• Contact Information

Only candidates meeting all requirements will be considered.

Why Join accel bi corporation?

• Opportunity to lead a large-scale, high-impact cybersecurity initiative
• High-visibility role with leadership exposure
• Work on cutting-edge security transformation programs
• Strong career growth within a fast-growing organization

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