Program Manager Security

TEKsystems
$85.00 - $95.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Sep 03, 2025
Job Description TEKsystems is seeking several Cybersecurity Project Managers to drive execution of strategic cybersecurity projects in support of one or more of our key cybersecurity control areas: Privileged Access Management (PAM), Identity Governance and Administration (IGA), Identity Authentication and Authorization (IAA), and Data Protection (DP.) This role is accountable for successful project delivery of highly visible, mission-critical projects. Project Delivery: * Lead global teams consisting of technical and non-technical employees and consultants to drive successful execution of strategic cybersecurity projects and programs. * Partner with key business and technology stakeholders to define expected project benefits and outcomes and ensure successful achievement through project completion. * Identify, assess, and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies to ensure successful project completion. * Develop project schedules including effort estimates and task sequences and assignments and ensure they are adhered to; ensure projects are optimally sequenced and coordinated for efficiency. * Lead resolution of conflicts or escalations in support of project or program delivery. * Create and submit project/program status reports that are accurate and comply with team guidelines. * Establish and maintain project artifact repository; review project deliverables to ensure quality and ensure project adheres to internal software delivery methodology. Communication and Stakeholder Management * Develop project charters; develop and execute project communication plans. * Facilitate engagement with cross-impacted technology and business stakeholders. * Identify and execute approaches to resolve complex problems through critical thinking Change/Risk Management * Define and document project scope and ensure scope alignment to project objectives and goals. * Perform and follow project change control procedures for scope, resources, and financials where required. * Ensure adherence to technology Change Management requirements and procedures or system implementations. Financial Management * Oversee financial management and performance for projects including: o developing and/or managing project-specific capital and expense budgets including all financial form submissions required by internal finance teams o preparing and submitting timely monthly forecasts (i.e., Clarity PPM) o proactively analyzing and managing monthly budget variance o optimizing spend for assigned projects o participation in annual budget planning Staff Management * Identify project resource needs and work with leadership to ensure staffing requirements are met * Manage project resources to deliver tasks, optimize resource utilization and resolve conflicts. * Provide constructive performance feedback regarding staff performance to leadership and line managers. * Foster a supportive project delivery environment that encourages participation, teamwork, and collaboration. Additional Skills & Qualifications * Organizational Savvy - experience working within a matrixed organization to drive delivery of complex projects involving multiple disciplines. * Problem Solving Skills - ability to handle ambiguous or complex issues including ability to identify creative resolution paths and gaining necessary alignment and support from leadership and stakeholders to bring to resolution. * Communication Skills- ability to articulate ideas and information verbally and in writing for varying audiences. * Initiative - evidence that they take initiative at suggesting improvements and anticipating the needs of leadership, program stakeholders and team members. * Organizational Skills - able to handle multiple simultaneous work deliverables and prioritize them accordingly. * Delivery Mindset - has a delivery mindset with a bias for action, curiosity to learn, challenge, and enhance processes. * Expert Analytical Skills - able to assemble data and analyze patterns, trends and draw conclusions and recommendations; rely on data to guide decisions. Top Skills' Details At least 10 years of overall experience, including in Financial Services industry, with at least 5 years' experience leading and managing high-visibility technology projects. Additionally, the candidate will possess: -Cybersecurity Project Management Experience - leading and driving execution of cybersecurity projects related to Identity & Access Management (i.e., Privileged Access Management (PAM), Identity Governance and Administration (IGA), Identity Authentication and Authorization (IAA)), Data Protection, Security Operations, or Attack Surface Management. -Financial Management Experience - managing project budgets between $250K to $3M and comprised of internal and external labor. -Knowledge of and experience working in software delivery lifecycle methodologies (e.g., Agile/ Scrum, Waterfall, etc.) -Experience in demand & capacity management Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $85.00 - $95.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Chicago,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 2025. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.