Job Title:

Senior Project Manager Location:

Chicago, IL -

Hybrid Duration:

5

Months Project Overview:

We are looking for a Senior Project Manager who will be assigned to one or more of the client's large book of cybersecurity projects that require project management best-practices and rigor to execute and successfully deliver on time and on budget. Qualifications (must haves): Has expertise in managing all phases of systems development from concept through implementation and maintenance to include:

• Schedule management
• Risk and issue management
• Budget and financial management
• Coordination and communication across teams
• Managed large projects using Agile/Waterfall methodologies
• Managed large projects using Azure Boards
• Earned a B.

A. or B.S. degree in a business or technology field of study

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Managing project execution and completion of moderate or large projects
• Defines the phase deliverables, tracks milestones and incurred expenses versus planned expenses
• Evaluates risks and recommends contingency plans
• Assigns resources and tasks, and manages quality assurance, and resolution of issues
• Conducts status reviews and reporting, development of standards, change control, customer support, and compliance with all policies and procedures
• Partner with key business and technology stakeholders in the delivery of critical technology initiatives to meet our strategic goals
• Proactively identifies and mitigates risks that impact projects
• Change agent for project management best-practices Nice to

Have's:

The individual should be competent in all areas of project management. Experience working in a global, highly regulated financial institution

• Proven experience as a Senior Project or Program Manager in large-scale, cross-functional technology transformation initiatives, preferably in cybersecurity or cryptography.
• Strong understanding of cryptographic principles, especially asymmetric and post-quantum cryptography, and related regulatory and compliance frameworks.
• Experience with enterprise risk management, technology governance, and vendor management.
• Ability to coordinate complex projects involving multiple stakeholders, technical teams, and external partners.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with industry standards (e.g., FIPS 203/204/205), cryptographic inventory methodologies, and change management best practices.
• Experience in financial services or other regulated industries is highly desirable