The Role of Program Managers in Ensuring Successful Cybersecurity Initiatives

The Role of Program Managers in Ensuring Successful Cybersecurity Initiatives | Authorea try { document.documentElement.classList.add('js'); } catch (e) { } var _gaq = _gaq || []; _gaq.push(['_setAccount', 'G-8VDV14Y67G']); _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); (function() { var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; ga.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 'https://ssl' : 'http://www') + '.google-analytics.com/ga.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(ga, s); })(); Skip to main content Preprints Collections Wiley Open Research IET Open Research Ecological Society of Japan All Collections About About Authorea FAQs Contact Us Quick Search anywhere Search for preprint articles, keywords, etc. Search Search ADVANCED SEARCH SCROLL This is a preprint and has not been peer reviewed. Data may be preliminary. 24 June 2025 V1 Latest version Share on The Role of Program Managers in Ensuring Successful Cybersecurity Initiatives Author : Adetayo Adeyinka 0009-0008-8844-8673 [email protected] Authors Info & Affiliations https://doi.org/10.22541/au.175079898.87448516/v1 Published International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology (IJISRT) Version of record Peer review timeline 223 views 167 downloads Contents Abstract Supplementary Material Information & Authors Metrics & Citations View Options References Figures Tables Media Share Abstract This study examines the multifaceted role of cybersecurity program managers through a survey of 50 professionals working in this domain. As organizations increasingly rely on technology, implementing comprehensive cybersecurity programs is critical for robust defenses, yet poses unique coordination challenges across complex initiatives. Program managers play an important role in guiding these efforts from planning through implementation, but their specific skills and attributes that define success have not been well explored. The research aims to address this gap by investigating the core competencies of effective cybersecurity program managers through a survey collecting both qualitative and quantitative data on responsibilities, skills, challenges, and best practices. The results indicate strong communication abilities combined with project planning and stakeholder management skills are vital for navigating organizational dynamics within this emerging management discipline. The findings offer guidance for structuring optimal cybersecurity program functions and selection criteria to strengthen defenses through strategic delivery. Further research in this area can help develop cybersecurity programs that effectively mitigate evolving threats. Supplementary Material File (ijisrt24may2350.pdf) Download 550.96 KB Information & Authors Information Version history V1 Version 1 24 June 2025 Peer review timeline Published International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology (IJISRT) Version of Record 15 Jun 2024 Published Copyright This work is licensed under a Non Exclusive No Reuse License. Keywords best practices cybersecurity program management project management skills Authors Affiliations Adetayo Adeyinka 0009-0008-8844-8673 [email protected] View all articles by this author Metrics & Citations Metrics Article Usage 223 views 167 downloads .FvxKWukQNSOunydq8rnd { width: 100px; } Citations Download citation Adetayo Adeyinka. The Role of Program Managers in Ensuring Successful Cybersecurity Initiatives. Authorea . 24 June 2025. DOI: https://doi.org/10.22541/au.175079898.87448516/v1 If you have the appropriate software installed, you can download article citation data to the citation manager of your choice. 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