Program Manager

Today’s world is crime-riddled. Criminals are everywhere, invisible, virtual, and sophisticated. Traditional ways to prevent and investigate crime and terror are no longer enough…

Technology is changing incredibly fast. The criminals know it, and they are taking advantage. We know it too.

For nearly 30 years, the incredible minds at Cognyte around the world have worked closely together and put their expertise to work, to keep up with constantly evolving technological and criminal trends, and help make the world a safer place with leading investigative analytics software solutions.

We are defined by our dedication to doing good and this translates to business success, meaningful work friendships, a can-do attitude, and deep curiosity.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team!

We are looking to add a new member in our Accounting team who will manage our monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes and reporting. This role involves collaborating with various departments, preparing statutory financial statements, and filing tax returns. The ideal candidate will lead projects to improve financial processes, perform bookkeeping tasks, and ensure compliance with accounting standards. Responsibilities also include tax computations, liaising with external associates, and assisting with global projects.

As a Cognyter you will:

• Maintaining direct contact with customers and building long-term relationships
• Program Management: Plan, execute, and oversee multiple projects within a program to ensure alignment with business goals.
• Manage relations with main subcontractors and strategic vendors.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Collaborate with internal teams - operations, R&D, QA, integration, services, hardware, etc..
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks, develop mitigation plans, and ensure projects stay on track.
• Budget and Resource Allocation: Manage program budgets, optimize resource allocation, and drive cost efficiency.
• Process Improvement: Continuously analyze workflows, suggest improvements, and implement best practices.
• Performance Tracking: Establish KPIs, monitor program progress, and provide regular reports to stakeholders.
• Taking responsibility for the masterwork plan across company divisions: operations, R&D, QA, integration, services, hardware, etc.
• Defining, prioritizing, negotiating, and communicating customer requirements.
• leadership, and external stakeholders and third-party suppliers to ensure smooth execution.
  
  

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in business, Management, Engineering, or a related field. PMP, PgMP, or other relevant certifications
• 2+ years of experience in program or project management, preferably in the Cyber, telecom, security or information domains (inbound and outbound)
• Occasional travel
• Strong multitasking capabilities
• Fluent English
• excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural skills
• An endlessly curious mind
• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
• Proficiency in project management tools (JIRA, MS Project, etc.)
• An analytical mindset and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage budgets and resources effectively
• Knowledge of project management methodologies