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Job description
Title: Senior Project Manager (IT/Security)(Remote)
Duration: 6 Months
Location: Remote
On‑site (Springfield, IL) presence during the first week is required for onboarding and meeting the team (Minimum 3 days).
Job Summary
Our client is seeking a Senior Project Manager to support the Information Security team in planning, executing, and delivering IT security initiatives. This is a hands‑on role requiring a technical project manager with cybersecurity ("security shop") experience who will actively manage projects—not just observe. The ideal candidate will be an integral part of the team, driving execution, anticipating risks, and ensuring the successful delivery of complex initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Actively lead and manage projects end‑to‑end, ensuring timely and successful delivery
Track project status, monitor progress, and provide clear updates to stakeholders
Identify, escalated, and resolve issues proactively
Develop a strong understanding of project scope, timelines, and dependencies
Serve as a key partner to stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor ("project manager whisperer")
Be an integral part of the team, contributing to both planning and execution
Forecast potential risks/issues and communicate them effectively with mitigation strategies
Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and timelines
Create, assign, and manage tasks across project teams
Coordinate with cross‑functional teams, leadership, and stakeholders
Ensure adherence to EPMO standards, project charters, and required documentation. Coach teams on project management processes and best practices
Facilitate status meetings, reporting, and stakeholder communication
Drive audit remediation efforts, including identifying issues, defining tasks, and ensuring resolution
Support and manage change management initiatives
Oversee technical deployments, ensuring smooth execution
Collaborate closely with security teams to align priorities and execution
Required Qualifications
8 years of experience in Project Management, including 5 years leading IT security initiatives
Proven experience as a hands‑on Technical Project Manager in a cybersecurity environment
Experience working within an EPMO or PMO environment, with adherence to project governance standards, charter development, and required documentation
Strong ability to manage, not just coordinate, complex projects
Experience with Microsoft Project for planning and tracking
Experience with ServiceNow SPM (Strategic Portfolio Management) module
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (required)
Strong understanding of audit remediation, risk management, and compliance
Experience managing change management and technical deployments
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to understand technical concepts and translate them into actionable plans.
Projects
Mitigating IRS audit findings
Integration of Mainframe RACF with SailPoint
Solution for managing public accounts
Pen Testing Project Management
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Worksite address
springfield, IL, 62777, US
Who can apply
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