Cyber Security Project Manager

KTek Resourcing; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 89,544 - 103,320; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm is seeking an experienced Cyber Security Project Manager in Chicago, IL. The role involves leading strategic initiatives and managing cross-functional teams. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in tech project management and a strong background in cybersecurity. This position offers a hybrid work model and competitive compensation between $65 and $75 per hour.

Qualifications

• 10+ years total experience, including 5+ years in tech project management.
• Proven experience in Cybersecurity Project Management.
• Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead global cross‑functional teams and define project benefits.
• Manage risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Develop charters and communication plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Delivery-focused mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA or advanced degree preferred

Tools

Clarity PPM

Microsoft Office 365

PowerBI

Tableau

Job description

Job Title: Cyber Security Project Manager

Location: Hybrid – Chicago, IL

Openings: 4 positions

Base Pay Range

$65.00/hr - $75.00/hr

Role Overview

We are seeking experienced Cybersecurity Project Managers to lead strategic initiatives across key cybersecurity domains including:

• Privileged Access Management (PAM)
• Identity Governance and Administration (IGA)
• Identity Authentication and Authorization (IAA)
• Data Protection (DP)

Key Responsibilities

• Project Delivery: Lead global cross‑functional teams (technical & non‑technical), define project benefits and ensure successful outcomes.
• Risk & Issue Management: Manage risks, issues, dependencies, and schedules; resolve conflicts and elevate as needed.
• Project Documentation: Maintain project artifacts and ensure quality deliverables.
• Communication & Stakeholder Management: Develop charters, communication plans, engage stakeholders, and apply critical thinking to resolve complex issues.
• Scope & Change Control: Define and document scope, manage change controls and ensure compliance with change management procedures.
• Financial Management: Manage budgets ($250K–$3M), create forecasts, perform variance analysis, optimize spend, and participate in annual planning.
• Staff Management: Identify and manage project resource needs, provide performance feedback, and foster collaboration.

Required Skills & Experience

• 10+ years total experience, including 5+ years in tech project management (preferably in Financial Services).
• Proven experience in Cybersecurity Project Management (IAM, PAM, IGA, IAA, DP, Security Ops).
• Strong organizational, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Experience in matrixed environments and stakeholder engagement.
• Delivery‑focused mindset with strong analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Clarity PPM, Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams), PowerBI, Tableau.
• Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies.
• Experience in demand & capacity management.
• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Certifications: PMP strongly preferred.