Program Manager

As a
Project Manager Retech Lab Business DevelopmentProgram Manager
to lead the establishment, operation and strategic development of a cybersecurity evaluation lab focused on IoT and Artificial Intelligence security.

The ideal candidate will have a technical background in cybersecurity, and in demonstrated experience in complex projects management.

This role combines
technical background
in cybersecurity,
project management
with a strong focus on
business development, ecosystem engagement, and partnership building
across industry, academia, and public institutions.

To tackle the complexity of today's challenges faced by companies, you will bring a strong background in advanced security techniques applied to HW based processes and products. If you have a passion for driving innovation in cybersecurity and microelectronics, this role offers you an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Strategy:
• Lead the strategic positioning of the Lab as athis
  center of excellence in IoT and AI security
  testing, evaluation, and certification.
• Define and execute a
  business development roadmap
  to attract clients, collaborators, and funding opportunities.
• Ensure alignment with national and European
  cybersecurity regulations, frameworks, and best practices
  .
• Revision of evaluation results and verification of technical reports.
• Surveillance and monitoring activities related to subcontractors
  .
• Technical & Operational Management:
• Supervise cybersecurity evaluation and certification processes, including
  penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, compliance auditing (ENS, IEC , CPSTIC), and security validation of AI solutions
  .
• Implement and oversee
  secure testing environments
  for IoT devices and AI-driven applications.
• Manage laboratory resources, infrastructure and technical staff.
• Research & Development:
• Lead and contribute to
  R&D projects in cybersecurity
  , particularly in
  hardware-based security, cryptographic techniques, and AI security
  .
• Collaborate with
  national and international research institutions, government bodies, and private sector entities
  to drive innovation.
• Research of vulnerabilities related to IT solutions under evaluation.
• Industry & Academic Collaboration:
• Establish partnerships with
  universities, research centers, industry leaders, and government agencies
  .
• Promote knowledge transfer activities, training programs, and public-private collaborations.
• Support the
  digital transformation of Andalusian industries
  through cybersecurity initiatives.

Minimum Requiriments

• 5+ years of experience in project management or cybersecurity leadership roles.
• Computer Science, Telecommunication or equivalent Master's degree.
• Expertise in penetration testing, hardware security, network security, and AI-driven cybersecurity risks.
• Aptitude for teamwork. Proven ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and coordinate technical projects.
• Excellent communication skills in English and Spanish.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience in relationship management for creating synergies
  with companies, research centers, and universities,
  and transforming industry needs into R&D proposals
• PhD in Computer Science, Telecommunication or equivalent
• Pen-testing projects development experience and adaptation to the National Security Scheme.
• Cybersecurity certifications (CompTIA, ISCA, ISC2, OCSP…).
• Digital security strategies definition and cybersecurity applied R&D teams' coordination
• Awareness on computer architecture concepts, including cache mechanisms, memory hierarchical structures and communication protocols.

About Innova IRV Foundation

Innova IRV Foundation is a center for technological innovation applied to the industry that promotes, develops and encourages knowledge transfer activities to generate value in the market with focus in the areas of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Advanced Communications and Microelectronics. Applied technologies of interest are circular economy, food tech, industry 4.0, digital health, aerospace systems and connected vehicle.