Cybersecurity Project Manager

Job Summary 
Our client is seeking a Cybersecurity Project Manager to lead highly visible cybersecurity initiatives supporting enterprise security programs across:

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

This role will focus on driving mission-critical cybersecurity projects within a large enterprise financial services environment while partnering closely with technical teams, stakeholders, and leadership.
  
Core Responsibilities 

• Lead global technical and non-technical teams on cybersecurity initiatives
• Drive project execution, timelines, deliverables, and overall program success
• Partner with business and technology stakeholders to define goals and expected outcomes
• Manage project risks, issues, dependencies, and escalations
• Develop project schedules, resource planning, and effort estimates
• Coordinate multiple cybersecurity projects simultaneously
• Prepare executive-level project status reports and documentation
• Maintain project repositories and ensure process compliance
• Facilitate stakeholder communication and cross-functional collaboration
• Support project scope management and change control processes
• Oversee project budgeting, forecasting, and spend optimization
• Assist with annual financial planning activities
• Manage project staffing and resource allocation
• Foster a collaborative and delivery-focused environment

Required Skills/Experience (Must-Haves) 

• 10+ years of overall professional experience
• 5+ years leading enterprise technology or cybersecurity projects
• Experience within Financial Services environments
• Strong background managing cybersecurity initiatives related to: PAM, IGA, IAA, Data Protection, Security Operations, and Attack Surface Management
• Experience working within matrixed enterprise organizations
• Strong problem-solving and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience managing multiple high-priority deliverables simultaneously
• Experience managing project budgets between $250K – $3M
• Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery methodologies
• Experience with demand and capacity management

Preferred Skills/Experience (Nice-to-Haves) 

• MBA or advanced degree
• PMP Certification
• Experience supporting enterprise IAM initiatives
• Cybersecurity governance or risk management exposure
• Experience within large enterprise or banking environments
• Experience working with globally distributed teams

Key Competencies & Behaviors 

• Cybersecurity Project Delivery
• Identity & Access Management Programs
• Risk & Change Management
• Financial & Budget Management
• Stakeholder Communication
• Cross-Functional Leadership
• Strategic Planning & Coordination
• Problem Solving & Critical Thinking
• Delivery & Execution Focus

Work Environment 

• Location: Chicago, IL
• Hybrid schedule with onsite collaboration Tuesday - Thursday
• Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST

Compensation & Benefits 

• Pay Range: The approximate pay range for this position is between $70.00 and $80.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums. 
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans 
• Employee-Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP) 
• 401K offered 

About KellyMitchell
At KellyMitchell, our culture is world class. We’re movers and shakers! We don’t mind a bit of friendly competition, and we reward hard work with unlimited potential for growth. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company known for innovative solutions and unsurpassed customer service. We're passionate about helping companies solve their biggest IT staffing & project solutions challenges. As an employee-owned, women-led organization serving Fortune 500 companies nationwide, we deliver expert service at a moment's notice. 
  
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