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Job Location drjobs

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

What Youll Do 

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the Protocol Analysis & Remediation project from initiation through completion for a client. This engagement focuses on reducing risks associated with lateral movement insecurity protocol usage and aligning with zero trust architecture.  This role is pivotal to ensuring the projects success in enhancing the security posture of the organization by managing planning execution monitoring and closure activities across all phases of the project lifecycle while driving measurable outcomes that enhance the organizations security posture.   

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in IT or security-related project management exceptional communication and leadership skills and the ability to work collaboratively with technical and business stakeholders. 

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Lead the end-to-end project management of the Protocol Analysis & Remediation initiative. 

  • Develop and maintain detailed project plans budgets and timelines in alignment with project goals and organizational standards. 

  • Coordinate cross-functional teams including technical SMEs security architects and business stakeholders to ensure timely and effective delivery of project milestones. 

  • Proactively identify document and manage project risks issues and change requests. 

  • Ensure project deliverables meet established quality standards and align with the organizations cybersecurity objectives. 

  • Provide regular project updates and dashboards to senior management stakeholders and the wider project team. 

  • Lead and facilitate recurring project meetings sprint planning (if applicable) and status reviews. 


Qualifications :

Who You Are 

  • Minimum of 5 years experience managing technology or cybersecurity-related projects. 

  • Proven track record of delivering complex projects on time within scope and on budget. 

  • Strong knowledge of project management methodologies such as Agile Waterfall or hybrid approaches. 

  • Certifications such as PMP PRINCE2 or equivalent are highly desirable. 

  • Bachelors degree required; MBA or advanced degree in a relevant field is a plus. 

  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide teams and drive accountability. 

  • Excellent organization communication and problem-solving abilities. 

  • Skilled in stakeholder engagement and managing expectations across technical and non-technical audiences. 

  • Experience managing budgets resource allocations and project schedules. 

  • Proficient in project management tools such as Microsoft Project Azure DevOps (ADO) Boards Clarity PPM or similar platforms. 

  • Experience supporting protocol based security initiatives zero trust strategies or collaborating with architecture and engineering teams on remediation programs 


Additional Information :

The Perks 

As a non-exempt team member you will be eligible for the following benefits:

  • 401(k) and Roth 401(k) savings plan complete with a company match
  • Health dental and vision insurance

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

We are not intent on being the largest company; but rather the best. These are the words we live by. This means we welcome all the best talent - regardless of gender race ethnicity sexual orientation disability religion and age. 

Being open to all cultural backgrounds life experiences thoughts and ideas not only strengthens company culture but also encourages different-in-kind thinking and promotes economic success. 


Remote Work :

Yes


Employment Type :

Contract

Employment Type

Remote

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