Program Manager (IT)

Apex Systems; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 212,150,000 - 217,661,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

ESPP

401K with company match

HSA

EAP with counseling

Certification discounts

Job summary

Everforth Apex Systems is seeking a Program Manager (IT) to lead a project team delivering network security initiatives in Chicago on a hybrid schedule. The role requires senior-level experience across large infrastructure projects and PMP certification.

Proficiency with MS Office, MS Project, and PowerPoint is required to plan, monitor, and report on scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Senior, large, complex application projects with an infrastructure component.
• Experience leading cross-functional project teams and managing scope, schedule, budget, quality and risk.
• PMP certification required (implicit).

Responsibilities

• Lead project team to deliver goals, manage scope, schedule, budget, quality and risk.
• Ensure adherence to PMI standards, IT controls and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain the project plan and communication strategy.

Skills

Senior leadership

Project management

Stakeholder management

Education

PMP certification

Tools

MS Project

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

# Program Manager (IT)Apply**Job#: 3055845****Job Description:**Information Technology - Program Manager (IT)**Location:** Chicago, Illinois (Hybrid)**Duration:** 12 monthsRole OverviewThe Program Manager will lead a project team to deliver agreed-upon goals, objectives, and business benefits. This role involves overseeing projects focused on network security, leading the team through project execution, and ensuring adherence to project standards. The position requires managing and monitoring the project’s scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk.Key Responsibilities* Lead the project team to deliver the agreed-upon goals, objectives, and business benefits while controlling and monitoring the project’s scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk.* Ensure that the project adheres to project standards, which incorporate PMI standards, I.T. controls, risk and regulatory requirements, and organizational policies and procedures.* Establish and maintain the project team with the right skill sets and experience.* Create and maintain the project plan throughout the life of the project.* Actively manage project risks and issues, ensuring timely resolution.* Manage stakeholder expectations and facilitate discussions across various teams.* Establish and execute the project’s communication plan, providing status updates on scope, schedule, budget, and resources.* Direct, manage, and motivate the project team.Required Qualifications**Experience:** Experience in large, complex application projects with an infrastructure component is required. Must have a senior level of experience.**Technical Skills:** Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, MS Project, and PowerPoint, is required.**Certifications:** PMP certification is required.Preferred Qualifications* Experience at large financial services firms is a plus.* Consulting experience is also a plus. *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** Contract**Location:** Chicago, IL, US**Job Type:****Date Posted:** October 13, 2026**Pay Range:** $74 - $76 per hour