Deborah Lapointe

Background

About Deborah Lapointe

Bilingual PMP®-certified Senior PMO Manager with over 15 years of experience leading high-impact initiatives across cybersecurity and enterprise software. I specialize in Professional Services and Managed Security Services (MSS), driving transformation through disciplined execution, stakeholder alignment, and continuous improvement. PROJECT DELIVERY EXCELLENCE Known for delivering complex projects on time and on budget, I bring deep expertise in project planning, scope and schedule management, budget control, revenue tracking, and forecasting. My leadership style blends precision with empathy—empowering remote, cross-functional teams to perform at their best. Proficient in MS Project (desktop and web), Excel, Access, Word, Outlook, and Teams. Strong capabilities in process development, optimization, and quality assurance, ensuring consistent team performance and delivery excellence. CYBERSECURITY PROJECT EXPERTISE In the cybersecurity space, I’ve led MSS deployments and upgrades monitored by Security Operations Centres (SOC), integrating a proprietary SIEM platform with third-party technologies. My Professional Services background spans penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, phishing campaigns, security architecture, virtual CISO engagements, tabletop exercises, and Governance/Risk/Compliance initiatives (including exposure to standards such as GDPR, ISO 27001 and PCI DSS.) SOFTWARE DEPLOYMENTS Experienced in requirements gathering, documentation, configuration, UAT, implementation, and deployment—ensuring seamless coordination between technical teams and business stakeholders. Skilled at translating complex needs into actionable deliverables, managing change requests, and supporting post-deployment stabilization to maximize user adoption and system performance. COLLABORATIVE, IMPACT-DRIVEN LEADERSHIP A collaborative, detail-oriented leader known for stakeholder management, team coaching, and a strong focus on customer satisfaction. I thrive in environments that value strategic thinking, clear communication, and trust-based leadership—and I’m energized by opportunities to guide transformation in organizations. EMERGING GenAI LEADERSHIP IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT Currently expanding my expertise in Generative AI, recognizing it as a strategic necessity for enhancing project success. I’m passionate about enabling AI to improve outcomes, generate efficiencies, and elevate PMO strategy. This complements my pursuit of CISM certification and reflects my commitment to staying ahead of the curve in cybersecurity and digital leadership.